Austin Community College

FY 2009 Course Descriptions

Occupational Therapy Assistant

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OTHA 1161 CLINICAL - OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (1-0-6). A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry. Insurance: $13.50Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 2302 and OTHA 2204. Corequisite: OTHA 2305 and OTHA 2331. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 1162 CLINICAL - OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT - PEDIATRIC LEVEL I (1-0-6). A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry. Insurance: $13.50Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 1305. Corequisite: OTHA 1341. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 1253 OCCUPATIONAL PERFORMANCE FOR ELDERS (2-2-1). Study of the fundamentals of wellness and function in the aging population. Topics include biological, psychosocial, and cognitive issues of the aging process: strategies to promote maintenance and adjustment to issues of aging. Fee: $12 Insurance: $3.50Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 2305, OTHA 1161, and OTHA 2331. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 1305 PRINCIPLES OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (3-2-4). Introduction to occupational therapy including the historical development and philosophy. Emphasis on the roles of the occupational therapy assistant. Topics include occupation in daily life; education and functions; occupational therapy personnel; current health care environment; and moral, legal, and ethical issues. Offered in Fall. Fee: $15 Insurance: $3.50Skills: B Prerequisites: Admission to program. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 1315 THERAPEUTIC USE OF OCCUPATIONS OR ACTIVITIES I (3-2-3). Various occupations or activities used as therapeutic interventions in occupational therapy. Emphasis on awareness of activity demands, contexts, adaptation, gradation and safe implementation of occupations or activities. Fee: $12 Insurance: $13.50Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 1305. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 1319 THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS I (3-2-3). Concepts, techniques and assessments leading to proficiency in skills and activities used in treatment interventions in occupational therapy (OT). Emphasizes the Occupational Therapy Assistant's role in the OT process. Fee: $12 Insurance: $13.50Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 1305. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 1341 OCCUPATIONAL PERFORMANCE FROM BIRTH THROUGH ADOLESCENCE (3-2-4). Study of the physical, psychosocial, and cognitive occupational performance of children (newborns to adolescents) with emphasis on characteristics of purposeful activities. Includes frames of reference, assessment/evaluation tools and techniques, and intervention strategies specific to this population. Fee: $12 Insurance: $3.50Skills: O Prerequisites: PSYC 2314 and OTHA 1305. Corequisite: OTHA 1162. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 1409 HUMAN STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (4-2-4). Study of the biomechanics of human motion. Emphasis on the musculoskeletal system including skeletal structure, muscles and nerves, and biomechanical assessment procedures. Fee: $12 Insurance: $3.50Skills: O Prerequisites: BIOL 2404. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 2204 NEUROLOGY IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (2-2-0). Study of neuroanatomy and neurophysiology as it relates to neurological conditions commonly treated in occupational therapy. Emphasis on neuro-based occupational therapy intervention techniques. Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 1409, OTHA 2301, and HPRS 1106. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 2235 HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (2-2-0). Explores the roles of the occupational therapy assistant in health care delivery. Emphasis on documentation, occupational therapy standards and ethics, health care team role delineation, and management. Insurance: $3.50Skills: O ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 2266 PRACTICUM (OR FIELD EXPERIENCE) - OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT - LEVEL 2 (2-0-20). Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry. Insurance: $13.50Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 2305, OTHA 1253, OTHA 2331, OTHA 1161. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 2267 PRACTICUM (OR FIELD EXPERIENCE) - OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT - LEVEL 2 (2-0-20). Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry. Insurance: $13.50Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 2266, OTHA 1253, and OTHA 2305. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 2301 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (3-3-0). Study of the pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the lifespan encountered in occupational therapy treatment settings. Topics include etiology, symptoms, and the physical and psychological reactions to diseases and injuries. Offered in Spring. Skills: O ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 2302 THERAPEUTIC USE OF OCCUPATIONS OR ACTIVITIES II (3-2-3). Continuation of OTHA 1315. Emphasis on advanced techniques and applications used in traditional and non-traditional practice settings. Fee: $12 Insurance: $13.50Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 1315. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 2305 THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS II (3-2-4). Continuation of Therapeutic Interventions I. Emphasis on current rehabilitative interventions. Fee: $12 Insurance: $3.50Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 1319. Corequisite: OTHA 2331 and OTHA 1161. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 2309 MENTAL HEALTH IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (3-2-4). Study of the promotion of mental health through occupational therapy. Emphasis on theory and intervention strategies to enhance psychosocial function. Offered in Spring. Fee: $12 Insurance: $3.50Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 2302 and SCWK 2331. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 2330 WORKPLACE SKILLS FOR THE OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (3-3-0). Seminar-based course designed to complement Level II fieldwork by creating a discussion forum addressing events, skills, knowledge, and/or behaviors related to the practice environment. Application of didactic coursework to the clinic and test-taking strategies for certification exams. Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 2235. ( ) Course Type: W

OTHA 2331 PHYSICAL FUNCTION IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (3-2-3). Study of the promotion of physical function through occupational therapy assessment/evaluation, intervention, and patient/client education. Emphasis on developmental continuum using the occupational performance approach and theory and application of rehabilitation techniques. Offered in Fall. Fee: $12 Insurance: $13.50Skills: O Prerequisites: OTHA 2302, OTHA 1319, and OTHA 2204. Corequisite: OTHA 1161 and OTHA 2305. ( ) Course Type: W

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Course Descriptions as of June 04, 2010 1:31pm
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