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OCTH 629

OCTH 629: Level I Fieldwork: Psychosocial

Credit Hours: (1)

Experiential learning course that focuses on the role of occupational therapy in mental health, behavioral health, and psychosocial practice.

 

Detailed Description of Content of the Course

  • Communicate the Distinct Nature of Occupational Therapy
  • Effective Communication 

 

Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

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

This fieldwork course additionally draws on several of the following strategies: 

  • Field trips & Site visits 
  • Clinical placements 
  • Engagement with clients 
  • Team collaboration in service provision 
  • Feedback 
  • Simulations 

 

Goals and Objectives of the Course

Communicate the Distinct Nature of Occupational Therapy  

Explain to the community of interest (e.g., consumers, potential employers, colleagues, third-party payers, regulatory boards, policymakers, and the public) the distinct nature of occupation and the evidence that occupation supports performance, participation, health, wellness, and well-being. 

Effective Communication 

Demonstrate effective communication with clients, care partners, communities, and members of the intraprofessional and interprofessional teams in a responsive and responsible manner that supports a team approach to promote client outcomes. 

 

Assessment Measures

Projects, assignments, competencies, and tests as appropriate.  

 

Other Course Information

Additional course information provided as needed in course semester syllabi.

 

Review and Approval

February, 2009

June 5, 2025