OCTH 608 - Pediatric Practice II (3)

The course builds upon knowledge and skills for pediatric clients that were taught in Pediatric Practice I. Learning experiences include the application of critical reasoning within a variety of pediatric-based settings, including the school system, early intervention, transition, and hospital-based settings. The role of the OT and the OTA and other team members, including parents, guardians, and teachers, is explored. Evidence based interventions for a variety of childhood conditions are critically examined. A review of various OT approaches to intervention, including sensory integration, mobility, and motor control, will be included. The profession’s services to enhance pediatric outcomes are analyzed.