Mar 29, 2024  
2019-2020 Archived Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Archived Catalog

OTA.-133 Pediatric OTA Interventions

Credits 3 / 2 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100 (ACSR-100), completion of ELAP-120 with a 2.0, or completion of RDNG-030, ACLT-075 or ACLT-076; OTPT-113 OTPT-100 OTA.-100. Co-requisite: OTA.-133L  
Topics include pediatric theory and application frames of reference OT process and roles of OT/OTA practitioners in various pediatric settings. Development of observation grading and adapting of skills will be stressed. The lab portion of this class will allow students to practice techniques and skills in the use of equipment treatment media and methods appropriate to maximize participation in meaningful occupations improve independence and ensure safety for the pediatric population.

Course Outcomes
1. Recognize and/or have beginning skills in performing safe and appropriate assessment and treatment 2. Communicate effectively 3. Understand how multicultural and socioeconomic issues affect services 4. Recognize ethical concerns and importance of evidence based practice