OTA.-133 Pediatric OTA Interventions

Credits 3 / 2 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into College Level Reading, completion of ELAP-120 with a 2.0 or higher, or successful completion of ACRD-090, ACRD-091 or ACRD-092; OTPT-113, OTPT-100 and 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