OTH 603 - Occupational Performance: Adulthood Part I Lecture

This course addresses occupational therapy theory, evaluation, planning, intervention, and documentation commonly used with adults with physical impairments which impede their occupational performance. Clinical conditions will be reviewed including etiology and symptoms, and will be integrated into active learning assignments. Contextual considerations for this area of OT practice are examined, including characteristics of the individual, families and caregivers, and the inter-professional team in physical rehabilitation practice settings. Class format includes lecture, demonstration, class discussion, group work and lab experiences providing students the opportunity to apply new knowledge to clinical cases, develop clinical reasoning, and learn hands on skills needed for entry level practice.

Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all previous coursework.
Co-requisite(s): OTH 606.
Credits: 3

Course Typically Offered: Summer
Course Type: Occupational Therapy