Learning Objectives: 

• Identify how to utilize and apply an occupational therapy frame of reference when learning to evaluate and contribute to the treatment planning of an individual with physical dysfunction.

• Demonstrate proficiency in treatment techniques and compensatory/remedial strategies for various diagnoses.

• Demonstrate training in techniques to enhance functional mobility, including physical transfers, wheelchair management, and mobility devices.

• Demonstrate competency in development, remediation, and compensation for varying body functions outlined in the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework.

• Accurately record treatment sessions content.

• Use measures and quantitative standards such as numbers of repetitions, variation of size, time measurements et al. with documentation.

• Develop and document a thorough treatment plan based upon an accurate analysis of a patient’s history, current level of function, and goals.

• Analyze activity into logical components that will adjust to the therapeutic needs of patients.

• Facilitate discharge planning by reviewing the needs of the client, caregiver, family, and significant others; available resources; and discharge environment, and identify those needs to the occupational therapist, client, and others involved in discharge planning.

• Promote the use of appropriate home and community programming to support performance in the client's natural environment and participation in all contexts relevant to the client by creating a home exercise program (HEP).

• Complete clinic rotations for service learning.

• Participate in a joint project with PTA students.

• Demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills during coursework and lab practical exams.