Occupational Therapy

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[1] Graduate Courses in Occupational Therapy (OTHY)

6102 LEVEL I FIELDWORK – OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PROCESS Application of professional skills and foundational components of the occupational therapy process in a practice setting. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6103 LEVEL I FIELDWORK – EVALUATION AND INTERVENTION Level I Fieldwork under the supervision of an occupational therapy practitioner that focuses on infusion of occupation throughout the occupational therapy process. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6175/6275/6375/6475 THESIS Under the direction of a thesis committee, a scholarly project that may be used to evaluate practice, service delivery, and/or professional issues will be implemented. This includes: design, defense of thesis proposal, IRB approval, data collection, data analysis, dissemination, and location of funding sources. Students must complete a minimum of seven (7) thesis credit hours. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6190 FORMATIVE COMPETENCY SEMINAR Formative evaluation of knowledge, skills, and judgment in applying the occupational therapy process with a client. Includes professional portfolio mid-review. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6191 SUMMATIVE COMPETENCY SEMINAR Summative self-analysis and practical evaluation of knowledge, skills, and judgment in providing occupational therapy services to individuals and groups. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6192 TRANSITION TO OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PRACTICE Professional transitions course that equips students for gainful employment, certification, licensure, and lifelong learning for ongoing competence in an evolving practice environment. Completion of previous semester.

6307 THEORIES IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY In depth study, analysis, synthesis of evidence, and case-based application of theories used to support occupational therapy practice. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6309 POPULATION- AND COMMUNITY-BASED PROGAMMING Needs analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation of occupational-centered, evidence-supported programs for populations and communities that promote health and wellness. Includes service learning and field experience in traditional and emerging areas of practice. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6317 RESEARCH I Study of designs used in qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research including critical appraisal of literature and related evidence to inform occupational therapy practice and develop future research. Prerequisite: Acceptance in the program. Offered annually.

6318 RESEARCH II Mentored participation in a scholarly project that may be used to evaluate practice, service delivery, and/or professional issues. Includes but is not limited to: design, data collection, data analysis, dissemination, and location of funding sources. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6321 ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT Theoretical and practical application of management principles in the provision of occupational therapy services including evaluation and application of strategies to address internal and external influences on practice. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6323 PROFESSIONAL FOUNDATIONS OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY An overview of the history, philosophical base, traditional and emerging service delivery models, and future of occupational therapy as well as professional roles and responsibilities, credentialing requirements, ethical standards, and professional literature. Includes portfolio development and service learning. Prerequisite: Acceptance in the program.

6355 APPLIED NEUROSCIENCE A study of the development, structure, and function of the human nervous system as well as the sequelae of neurological insult or injury. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6402 ART AND SCIENCE OF OCCUPATION An in-depth study of occupation, underlying scientific theories, and legitimate tools of practice with an emphasis on meaningful use of occupation-based interventions. Prerequisite: Acceptance in the program. Offered annually.

6404 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSESSMENTS Examination and application of psychometric principles necessary to read, score, calculate, and interpret data collected in tests and assessments. Includes selection, standardized administration, interpretation, and documentation of assessments used in occupational therapy practice to evaluate client factors and occupational performance while considering contextual influences. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6437 CONDITIONS INFLUENCING OCCUPATIONAL PERFORMANCE A study of developmental, mental, and physical conditions commonly encountered in occupational therapy practice, their potential impact on occupational engagement, and general implications for occupational therapy intervention. Incorporates problem based learning strategies. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6438 EVALUATION AND INTERVENTION PLANNING Synthesis of comprehensive data to establish client-centered, occupation-based, and outcome-focused intervention plans for clients across the lifespan. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6503 APPLIED ANATOMY AND KINESIOLOGY A study of human structure and function as a foundation to occupational performance. Includes analysis of client factors and activity demands required for occupational engagement. Prerequisite: Acceptance in the program.

6510 HOLISTIC INTERVENTIONS BIRTH TO YOUNG ADULT Theory- and evidence-based selection and application of relevant occupation-based interventions for clients from birth to young adulthood who present with acute, developmental, neurological, mental health, musculoskeletal, and/or chronic conditions. Includes therapeutic techniques as precursors to occupation based interventions when indicated. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6511 HOLISTIC INTERVENTIONS ADULT TO END OF LIFE Theory- and evidence- based selection and application of relevant occupation-based interventions for clients from adulthood to end of life who present with acute, developmental, neurological, mental health, musculoskeletal, and/or chronic conditions. Includes therapeutic techniques as precursors to occupation based interventions when indicated. Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester. Offered annually.

6621 LEVEL II FIELDWORK – ROTATION I Integration and application of academically acquired knowledge in an occupational therapy setting with emphasis on a medical, community-based, or rehabilitation model of service delivery. Prerequisite: Approval of graduate faculty. Spring, summer, fall.

6631 LEVEL II FIELDWORK – ROTATION II Integration and application of academically acquired knowledge in an occupational therapy setting with emphasis on a medical, community-based, or rehabilitation model of service delivery. Prerequisite: Approval of graduate faculty. Spring, summer, fall.