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Occupational Therapy Course Descriptions
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| OTS101 Introduction to
Occupational Therapy & Human Occupation |
7 Credits |
OTS101 is the foundation
course for the Occupational Therapy
Assistant program. It introduces
Occupational Therapy as a profession as well
as the concepts of Occupation, Engagement
and Participation, Occupational Performance,
and Activity Analysis. Diversity,
individuality, wellness, and the
occupation-person connection are presented
relative to Occupational Therapy practice.
Emphasis is placed on general health
concepts, Occupational Therapy philosophy
and history, ethics, therapeutic use of
self, and values, roles and responsibilities
of Occupational Therapy practitioners.
Students learn about balance through the
concepts of productivity, pleasure, and
restoration. OTS101 involves both an
integrated learning lab as well as an open
practice lab providing students with the
opportunity to learn, practice and
demonstrate basic clinical skills. A
self-paced online medical terminology module
is included in this course.
Co-requisites: BIO213, ENG101, PSY101. |
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| OTS102 Occupational
Therapy Across the Life Span I |
5 Credits |
This course is the first of two lifespan courses. OTS102 provides students the opportunity to explore Occupational Therapy theory and practice, and the role of the OTA relative to behavioral health care. Major mental health diagnoses and the way in which they interfere with occupational performance across the lifespan will be examined. Students will explore systems of service delivery, models of service, and roles for occupational therapy assistants consistent with the current delivery of behavioral health services. Students learn about the OT process and subsequently to create occupation-based interventions based on evaluation, activity analysis, critical thinking, and evidence. Participation, engagement and quality of life issues are examined. Students will become acquainted with the varied roles OT can assume in the mental health arena including: advocacy, employment, case management, etc. Students will understand the MHRT/C competency credential in Maine. OTS102 involves integrated lab experiences to support learning. Students will interact in the community through service learning projects relevant to OT psychosocial practice.
Pre/Co-requisites: BIO213, ENG101, OTS101, PSY101;
Co-requisites: BIO214, OTS103, OTS104, PSY215. |
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| OTS103 Functional
Kinesiology |
3 Credits |
This course presents the biomechanics and kinesiology of human occupation. Students will learn to apply the principles of biomechanics, kinesiology, and neuroscience in occupational therapy assessment and intervention. Human anatomy and the nervous system will be reviewed and examined as they relate to human movement and occupation. Case studies of clients with conditions which disrupt occupational performance will be used to instruct students in the techniques and interventions that OTAs use to restore wellness.
Pre/Co-requisites: BIO213, ENG101, OTS101, PSY101;
Co-requisites: BIO214, OTS102, OTS104. |
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| OTS104 Interpersonal
Skills for the Practicing Allied Health
Professional |
1 Credit |
The purpose of this course is to increase awareness and develop understanding of interpersonal and intra-personal skills as they relate to the Allied Health Professional. The focus is to enhance communication skills essential for positive and effective therapeutic and professional relationships in the health care field. Information is considered fundamental for personal, professional and therapeutic engagement. Particular emphasis will be placed on self-awareness, therapeutic use of self, values clarification, verbal/non-verbal communication, written communication, conflict resolution and dispute resolution methods, professionalism, and performance evaluation.
Pre/Co-requisites: BIO213, ENG101, OTS101, PSY101;
Co-requisites: BIO214, OTS102, OTS103. |
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| OTS105 Fieldwork
Education I |
2 Credits |
The 2006 ACOTE Standards describe the role of Level I fieldwork “to introduce students to the fieldwork experience, to apply knowledge and practice, and to develop understanding of the needs of clients.” Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) students will rotate through three 1-week fieldwork practice environments under the supervision of various professionals as specified under the OTA Essential Guidelines. Level I fieldwork provides the OTA student with exposure to healthcare practice through directed observation and limited participation. It is not intended to develop independent performance, rather to enrich academic learning. Each student is expected to develop and demonstrate skills in professionalism and communication. These skills include, but are not limited to: interviewing, effective gathering and organizing of information, examining personal reactions to individuals with disabilities, professionals, staff, practice environments, and observing the roles and functions of healthcare provision. The focus of the learning experience includes active observation, written and verbal communication, professional behavior including OT Ethics & Values, and individual and group participation with individuals receiving health care services. Students will begin to experience relationships with other healthcare practitioners and the individuals they serve.
Prerequisites: CPR certification, all required immunizations complete and documented by specified date and all Level I OTS courses;
Co-requisites: COM104, OTS107, OTS109. |
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| OTS107 Assistive
Technology in OT Practice |
1 Credit |
In this course,
students will continue to learn about the
variety of technological advances that can
be used to enhance and adapt the environment
to the needs of people with disabilities.
Students will have the opportunity to view
and have hands on experience with virtual
environments, technological equipment,
splinting, computers, and other devices that
are used in occupational therapy practice.
Co-requisites: COM104, OTS105, OTS109. |
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| OTS109 Group Process |
1 Credit |
This course
presents the issues of group process, group
dynamics, group development, and group
protocols combined with the group techniques
previously learned in OTS101/OTS102/OTS104.
Students will share case material
encountered in Level I Fieldwork to
demonstrate effectiveness in therapeutic
group planning and group techniques.
Communication skills and group process
activities will be used to promote logical
thinking, creativity, and problem solving,
to further understand and develop
therapeutic use of self, group techniques,
and to practice peer collaboration.
Prerequisites: All OTS Level I courses; Co-requisites: COM104, OTS105, OTS107. |
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| OTS201 Practice
Environments |
2 Credits |
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This seminar/lab course is designed to
assist students in integrating all of their
acquired knowledge and skills. Students will
learn the use of occupational therapy in
varied environments. The course will
emphasize arenas in which OTAs have
typically worked, as well as emerging areas
of practice and associated roles. Students
will have opportunities to further explore
and develop Occupational Therapy ethics,
citizenship and professionalism skills,
marketing techniques, supervisory and role
responsibilities of the OTA practitioner in
health care. OT leadership will be
investigated. Students will gain an
understanding of OT service delivery, and
will investigate professional literature as
it relates to evidence based practice,
competency and professional development.
Public policy, legislative action, advocacy
concerns, and fiscal regulatory boards are
discussed as part of the OTA professional
role. Dialogue regarding organizational
environments, professional participation,
management, fieldwork issues and future
fieldwork educator roles are part of this
course. This course has an associated lab
which will provide students with
opportunities to interface with OT and non
OT professionals. Students will develop and
employ resources to support their current
and future professional skills. Licensure
and certification will be explored.
Prerequisites: All OTS core courses and General Education courses as defined in the program of study;
Co-requisites: OTS203, SOC101, HUM elective. |
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| OTS203 Occupational
Therapy Across the Life Span II |
10 Credits |
OTS203 provides
students the opportunity to explore and
understand Occupational Therapy practice
relative to physical disabilities. Students
will examine the stages of development and
the impact of health, disease, injury and
disabilities on occupational performance
throughout the life span. This course will
be taught in linking modules from infancy to
eldercare. Emphasis in each module will be
placed on the life cycle issues and
occupations, intervention techniques,
service delivery systems, and policies
relevant to the particular module focus.
Quality of life is presented as an integral
concept. OTS203 involves integrated lab
experiences which provide students
opportunities to learn, practice and
demonstrate clinical skills. An open mentor
lab is included.
Prerequisites: All OTS core courses and General Education courses as defined in the program of study;
Co-requisites: OTS201, SOC101, HUM elective. |
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| OTS206 Fieldwork
Education II - A |
6 Credits |
The goal of
Level II Fieldwork, as described by the 2006
ACOTE Standards, is to "develop competent,
entry level, generalist occupational therapy
assistants." Level II Fieldwork is integral
to the curriculum design and includes in
depth experience in delivering OT services
to clients, focusing on the application of
purposeful and meaningful occupation.
Students are exposed to client and setting
diversity. The Level II Fieldwork experience
enables the student to apply knowledge and
skills learned in the classroom to practical
situations. Professionalism and OT
Citizenship will be demonstrated. Students
will be assigned to a variety of settings. A
focus seminar designed to process student
experiences will be held upon completion of
the fieldwork session. This seminar
includes: the interview process, resume
building review, updates on professional
issues, NBCOT examination, and the
fieldwork/curriculum design fit.
Prerequisites: CPR certification,
current immunization records, and all
academic coursework as defined in the
program of study must be successfully
completed prior to taking this course. All
students must complete student personal
performance summary and exit interview prior
to fieldwork placements. |
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| OTS208 Fieldwork
Education II - B |
6 Credits |
The goal of
Level II Fieldwork, as described by the 2006
ACOTE Standards, is to "develop competent,
entry level, generalist occupational therapy
assistants". Level II Fieldwork is integral
to the curriculum design and includes in
depth experience in delivering OT services
to clients, focusing on the application of
purposeful and meaningful occupation.
Students are exposed to client and setting
diversity. The Level II Fieldwork experience
enables the student to apply knowledge and
skills learned in the classroom to practical
situations. Professionalism and OT
Citizenship will be demonstrated. Students
will be assigned to a variety of settings. A
senior seminar focus designed to assist
students to process fieldwork experiences
will be held upon completion of the
fieldwork session. This seminar includes:
supervision and professional issues,
licensure and NBCOT topics, and a "mock"
certification exam.
Pre/Co-requisites: CPR certification,
current immunization records, and all
academic coursework as defined in the
program of study must be successfully
completed prior to taking this course. All
students must complete student personal
performance summary and exit interview prior
to fieldwork placements. |
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