NSU HPD Catalog 2023-2024

382 Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences—Department of Occupational Therapy OCT 5174—Research Methods Students will learn about quantitative and qualitative research methodologies and analyses used in occupational therapy. This course will provide students with fundamental knowledge to become critical consumers of research literature and participants of the research process. (4 credits) OCT 5420—Anatomy for Rehabilitation Professionals This foundational science course develops the knowledge of human anatomy necessary for the practice of the rehabilitation professions. It presents the anatomy of the human body in both lecture and lab format. Teaching and learning methods involve model images, basic imaging, and virtual laboratories performed in an active-learning and collaborative environment. It addresses gross structures and systems of the human body and integrates topographic and radiographic anatomy, stressing the importance to clinical practice. (5 credits) OCT 5800—Applied Kinesiology for Occupational Therapy This course focuses on principles of biomechanics, joint kinematics, joint kinetics, and muscle function to enhance understanding of normal human motion. This course provides opportunity to develop skills in analysis and assessment of muscle strength, joint range of motion, and movement in context of occupational performance. (2 credits) OCT 5800L—Applied Kinesiology for OT This is the lab course associated with OCT 5800. It provides opportunities to practice and develop skills in assessment of muscle strength, joint range of motion, and movement in the context of occupational performance. (1 credit) OCT 5963—Foundations for Professional Practice This course is designed to address fieldwork placement policies, professional behaviors, and relationship to curriculum design. Requirements to participate in level I and level II fieldwork placements will be covered. (1 credit) OCT 6106—Occupational Therapy Practice for Mental Health and Wellness This course focuses on the practice of occupational therapy for mental health and wellness in various settings across the continuum of care. Course content emphasizes occupationbased, client-centered assessment and interventions that empower client participation in context. Didactic, interactive, and fieldwork learning experiences are incorporated. (3 credits) OCT 6106L—Occupational Therapy Practice for Mental Health and Wellness Lab This is the lab course associated with OCT 6106. It provides opportunities for application of practice principles for mental health and wellness in various settings across the continuum of care. (2 credits) OCT 6107—Occupational Therapy Practice with Children and Adolescents This course focuses on the practice of occupational therapy for children and adolescents in various settings across the continuum of care. Course content emphasizes occupationbased, client-centered assessment and interventions that empower client participation in context. Didactic, interactive, and fieldwork learning experiences are incorporated. (8 credits) OCT 6108—Occupational Therapy Practice with Adults and Older Adults This course focuses on the practice of occupational therapy for adults and older adults in various settings across the continuum of care. Course content emphasizes occupation-based, clientcentered assessment and interventions that empower client participation in context. Didactic, interactive, and fieldwork learning experiences are incorporated. (8 credits) OCT 6150—Professionalism and Management Students will learn about the changing face of the U.S. health care delivery system and the regulatory and reimbursement mechanisms that affect delivery of OT services throughout the continuum of care. Particular emphasis will be placed on preparing students to assume varied roles within the U.S. health care system including manager/program director and supervisor. Students will develop the ability to recognize and respond to ethical and legal issues related to occupational therapy practice. (3 credits) OCT 6175—Research Development Seminar Student research teams will work with faculty mentors to develop a faculty-led research proposal that will include formulation of research questions, an analysis and synthesis of the supporting literature, selection of methodology and procedures, plan for design, data collection and analysis, and completion of a protocol to the Institutional Review Board. (2 credits) OCT 6176—Research Practicum This final M.O.T. research course culminates in implementing an approved study. This course fulfills the requirement for students to implement one or more aspects of research methodology, which may include one or more of the following: designing research instruments, collecting data, and analyzing or synthesizing data. The course will include practical experience in disseminating research information through written research reports or preparing a manuscript for publication, then presentation of the research information. (2 credits) OCT 6206—Occupational Therapy Practice for Mental Health and Wellness Practicum This course, linked to OCT 6106—Occupational Therapy Practice for Mental Health and Wellness, provides experiences that

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