OTHA 2166 - Practicum - Occupational Therapy Assistant

1 Credits (7 hrs. ext.) Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; OTHA 2302 and OTHA 2309
Course Outcomes
1 - Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry.
2 - Demonstrate understanding of the occupational therapy process.
3 - Demonstrate understanding of the role of the occupational therapy assistant.
4 - Identify ethical issues in a treatment environment.
5 - Identify environmental and cultural issues in a treatment environment.
6 - Identify and explore effective time management skills.
7 - Observe and identify issues related to interdisciplinary relationships.
8 - Provide effective and meaningful peer feedback.
9 - Exhibit effective group leadership skills.
10 - Observe, explore and discuss issues related to professional behavior in a treatment setting.
11 - Identify and discuss issues relevant to supervisory relationships in a treatment setting.