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OCTH 613

OCTH 613: The Domain of Occupational Therapy

Credit Hours: (3)

Introduction to the body of knowledge and concern of occupational therapy that focuses on health through participation and engagement in occupations.

 

Detailed Description of Content of the Course

  • Sociocultural, Socioeconomic, and Diversity Factors; and Lifestyles 
  • Social Determinants of Health
  • OT History, Philosophical Base, Theory, and Sociopolitical Climate
  • Role in Promotion of Health and Prevention 

 

Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

All MOT courses utilize instructional strategies that rely on active learning and best teaching practices.  

Additional instructional methods for each course are determined by course instructors in alignment with course content. These may include: 

  • Simulations/role-plays 
  • Student presentations 
  • Flipped classrooms 
  • Gamification 
  • Collaborative learning in teams 
  • Field/Lab experiences 
  • Guest speakers 
  • Case Studies 
  • Other 

 

Goals and Objectives of the Course

B.1.2. Sociocultural, Socioeconomic, and Diversity Factors; and Lifestyles  

Apply and analyze the role of sociocultural, socioeconomic, and diversity, equity, and inclusion factors, as well as lifestyles in contemporary society to meet the needs of persons, groups, and populations. Course content must include, but is not limited to, introductory psychology, abnormal psychology, and introductory sociology or introductory anthropology. 

B.1.3.  Social Determinants of Health  

Demonstrate knowledge of the social determinants of health for persons, groups, and populations with or at risk for disabilities and chronic health conditions and distinguishes the epidemiological factors that impact the public health and welfare of populations. 

B.2.2.  OT History, Philosophical Base, Theory, and Sociopolitical Climate 

Analyze and evaluate occupational therapy history, philosophical base, theory, and sociopolitical climate and their importance in meeting society’s current and future occupational needs as well as how these factors influence and are influenced by practice. 

B.2.5. Role in Promotion of Health and Prevention  

Apply and analyze scientific evidence to explain the importance of:  

  • Balancing areas of occupation.  
  • The role of occupation in the promotion of health and wellness.  
  • The prevention of disease, illness, and dysfunction for persons, groups, and populations.

 

Assessment Measures

Additional course information provided as needed in course semester syllabi.

 

Other Course Information

None

 

Review and Approval

February, 2009

May 28, 2025