Occupational Therapy Children & Yth (OTS 122)

Term: 2023-2024 AY - Spring Semester

Faculty

	Mary A MillerShow MyInfo popup for Mary A Miller
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	Kara M WeisherShow MyInfo popup for Kara M Weisher
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Description

OTS122 offers students an in-depth exploration of occupational therapy practices specific to children and youth. The course examines developmental stages and the effects of health, disease, injury, and disability on occupational performance and participation. Students will learn to apply theoretical constructs from developmental and occupation-based models to create client-centered interventions.
Through the course, students will become familiar with various assessment tools, treatment techniques, and outcome measures commonly used in pediatric practice. They will also understand the role of occupation in promoting health and preventing disease and disability at the individual, family, and societal levels. Each module will emphasize life cycle issues, relevant occupations, intervention techniques, service delivery systems, and policies pertinent to youth and their families. The concept of quality of life and the role of occupation is integral to the course.
OTS122 includes integrated