Schedule
Mon-Wed, 8:00 AM - 9:50 AM (8/29/2011 - 12/17/2011) Location: KVCC KING 201
Mon-Wed, 10:30 AM - 12:20 PM (8/29/2011 - 12/17/2011) Location: KVCC KING 212
Mon, 1:30 PM - 3:20 PM (8/29/2011 - 12/17/2011) Location: KVCC KING 212
Description
OTS101 serves as the foundational course for the Occupational Therapy Assistant program. It introduces students to the profession of occupational therapy, covering key concepts such as Occupation, engagement, participation, occupational performance, activity analysis, and evidence-based practice. The course emphasizes cultural humility, health literacy, diversity, individuality, equity, inclusion, wellness, and the connection between occupation and the person within the context of Occupational Therapy Practice.
Students will explore general health concepts as well as the philosophy, history, language and ethics of Occupational Therapy and Occupational Therapy practice. The course delves into the therapeutic use of self, and the values, roles, and responsibilities of Occupational Therapy Practitioners. Concepts of practitioner balance are introduced including productivity, pleasure, self-care, and restoration. Professional competency, state license, and national certification a