OTA 1110A - Introduction to Occupational Therapy Assisting

Credits: 2
Lecture: 30
Lab: 0

Introduces students to the foundations, history, philosophy and development of occupational therapy. The scope of occupational therapy practice and organizations will be defined. Delineation between the roles and functions of the registered occupational therapist and occupational therapy assistant will be emphasized. Initial observation experiences in at least two different occupational therapy settings are required. Must complete with a C or better.

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