OTA 2050 - OTA Principles and Applications in Mental Health

Credits: 3
Lecture: 45
Lab: 0

Introduces OTA students to the role of occupational therapy in the mental health setting and discusses mental disorders commonly seen in occupational therapy. Provides the foundation for instruction in the therapeutic use of activities and treatment from acute to chronic care. The scope of the lecture primarily deals with adolescence through adult; however, a section on childhood psychiatric disorders will be included. Must complete with a C or better.

Prerequisite(s): Accepted into the program
Corequisite(s): None