OCTH 527 - Fieldwork I - Introduction to Fieldwork (1)

This course includes a practice rotation (fieldwork) to provide the opportunity to apply the knowledge, skills, and values learned in the first graduate occupational therapy trimester. The course examines various healthcare disciplines and roles within a variety of practice settings. Experiences include working with clients and their families to determine appropriate needs, assessments, and goals, and to identify evidence-based interventions that will effectively address those needs. Healthcare documentation is also included. The experience includes analyses and application of OT models of practice, standards of practice, and ethics.