OTH 504 - Research and Evidence Based Practice I

This course introduces the student to evidence-based practice and the spectrum of investigative strategies that can be used to answer questions of concern to occupational therapists. Students will learn foundational research principles and use these to critically examine current research and master basic evidence-based practice and research skills. Targeted assignments will support the development of skills in designing practice-based and research questions; searching, critiquing, and synthesizing relevant literature, and designing an evidence-based project proposal.

Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all previous coursework.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 3

Course Typically Offered: Fall and Spring
Course Type: Occupational Therapy

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