14 courses with the subject OTH, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
OTH 107Introduction to Occupational Therapy4.0
This course provides general knowledge about the field of occupational therapy through a study of its history, philosophy and scope of practice. Foundations of professional development include AOTA Standards of Practice, AOTA Code of Ethics, NBCOT certification, licensure laws and healthcare regulations. Topics include theoretical models of intervention, occupation-centered and evidence- based practice along the healthcare continuum. Outside work will be required.
OTH 110Kinesiology for Occupational Therapy Assistants4.0
This course provides the basic knowledge of the muscular and skeletal systems of the human body and principles of human movement physiology. Topics include analysis of movement during activity, kinesiology, body mechanics and concepts of ergonomics. Outside work will be required. Prerequisite: OTH120
OTH 120Human Occupation and Development Across the Life Span4.0
This course presents the physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional components of normal human development over the course of a life span. Topics include developmental theories, stages in the lifespan, awareness of socio-cultural factors in human development, and application of observation skills. Outside work will be required. Prerequisite: OTH 107
OTH 143Neurological Disorders/Assessment and Treatment Strategies4.0
credit hours This course presents an advanced overview of the development and function of the central nervous system. Topics include etiology, signs, symptoms, and prognoses of conditions involving the central nervous system. Additional topics include assessments of neurological function, appropriate treatment/intervention and documentation. Outside work will be required.
OTH 144Musculoskeletal Disorders/Assessment and Treatment Strategies4.0
credit hours This course presents the etiology, typical course of symptoms, treatment, and prognoses of various disabling musculoskeletal conditions commonly treated in occupational therapy settings. Topics include assessment of muscle function and treatments such as transfer training, adaptive equipment, assistive devices, wheelchair adaptation, ergonomic modifications, safety, and accessibility factors. Outside work will be required. Prerequisite: OTH110
OTH 230Psychiatric Disorders/Assessment and Treatment Strategies4.0
credit hours This course addresses mental disorders and appropriate occupational therapy treatment techniques. Topics include recognizing needs of an individual with a mental disorder regarding performance of self-care, play/leisure, and work with knowledge of the influences of individual, family, cultural and community values. Familiarity with diagnostic criteria, according to the DSM-IV and medication side effects is developed. Outside work will be required. 327
OTH 242Occupational Therapy for Physically Disabled4.0
This course provides principles and practice of occupational therapy treatment techniques for individuals with physical disabilities. Topics include selection of appropriate occupational therapy interventions for the physically disabled, use of adaptive equipment, task/environmental adaptation and principles of splinting. Students are introduced to treatment strategies of NDT and PNF. Simulated treatments and role-playing are essential aspects of this applications course. Outside work will be required. Prerequisite: OTH280
Level II fieldwork involves the attainment of academic, professional, technical and clinical skills for a period of two, eight-week rotations under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapy practitioner. Fieldwork II is scheduled immediately following completion of academic coursework. All Fieldwork II coursework must be completed within 12 months of a student's completion of academic courses. Prerequisite: OTH201
