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KINE 6003 - The Science and Practice of Metabolic Conditioning
3 credit hours
This course will cover the physiology of energy production as it relates to performance in various sporting events as well as methods for improving fitness and preparing for the metabolic demands of competition. Causes of fatigue will be addressed along with practical methods for assessing sport-specific metabolic fitness. The course examines various methodologies, training philosophies, and current topics in metabolic training.
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KINE 6100 - Psychology, Physical Activity, and Health
3 credit hours
This course will cover principles of health psychology and behavior change related to physical activity adoption, participation, and adherence. The objective of the course is for health professionals to develop the knowledge and skills to understand the importance of implementing behavior change strategies as part of all physical activity programs and to be able to develop and implement such strategies. Techniques for incorporating behavior change strategies into fitness programming and health promotion will be taught.
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KINE 6101 - Applied Sport Psychology
3 credit hours
This course will examine psychological theories and techniques applied to a sport to enhance the performance and personal growth of athletes and coaches. The key principles of performance enhancement that are directly applicable to all performance endeavors, including sport, business, and persona will be covered. The objective of the course is to understand theory and to teach application of the fundamental psychological skills that are related to peak performance.
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KINE 6102 - Exercise and Mental Health
3 credit hours
This course will cover the relationships between mental health conditions and exercise, including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, stress, and mood. The primary objective is for health and fitness professionals to acquire an understanding of theories, methods, and experimental literature concerning psychological factors related to exercise participation and well-being. Additionally, the practical importance and application of the current research literature will be discussed along with methods to educate the general population on mental health and exercise relationships
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KINE 6103 - Principles of Adherence and Motivation
3 credit hours
This course will examine the theories of motivation and exercise behavior in relation to the problem of exercise participation and adherence. The primary objective of this course is for the student to develop an understanding of the role of motivation and the determinants and consequences of motivation in the exercise context. This course will provide an in-depth understanding of the role of the fitness professional in building motivation and of how motivation can be used as part of an exercise program to help maximize program success and long-term adherence.
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KINE 6200 - Psychosocial Dimensions of Aging
3 credit hours
This course is designed to enhance the student’s knowledge and understanding of aging and related psychological and social aspects, including concepts and theories of aging, demographic factors of aging, mental health, stress and coping, social dynamics, religiosity and spirituality, quality of life, models of successful aging, and death and dying. An exploration of the role of physical activity in psychosocial health and well-being will be interwoven, where applicable, in the study of these various aspects of aging.
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KINE 6201 - Exercise Prescription for Older Adults
3 credit hours
A study of fitness instruction and programming for older adults, including importance of physical activity for older adults, pre-program assessment, prescription for various modes of exercise, and considerations for older adults with specific chronic disease conditions.
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KINE 6202 - Physical Dimensions of Aging
3 credit hours
A study of the physical changes that occur with aging including its impact on the various body systems as well as on motor control and physical functioning. In addition, a thorough examination of the impact of regular physical activity on the physical health of older adults will be addressed.
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KINE 6203 - Motivational Strategies for Physical Activity Among Older Adults
3 credit hours
A study of the methods for helping people to develop and maintain physically active lifestyles with specific emphasis on older adults. Theories of health behavior change will be discussed with practical applications for individuals, groups, and communities
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KINE 6300 - Human Movement Dysfunction
3 credit hours
This course is designed to enhance the student’s knowledge and awareness of concepts related to fundamental movement necessary for optimal function and performance. Following this course, the student should be able to discuss, recognize, and evaluate factors that contribute to movement dysfunction.
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KINE 6301 - Functional Assessment of Movement Patterns
3 credit hours
Movement dysfunction and movement patterns provide the theoretical foundation to examine functional movement assessments. Focus will be on the critical evaluation of common movement assessment approaches used in injury prevention, post-rehabilitation, and corrective exercise.
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KINE 6302 - Post Rehabilitation Exercise
3 credit hours
The objective of this course is to learn how to design and apply training programs for individuals who are transitioning from a rehabilitative setting to a more traditional exercise environment. This course will provide an overview to a systematic approach for post-rehabilitation exercise. This course will focus on reducing the risk of injury while training and performing activities of daily living along with identifying and applying strategies for program application, communicating goals and rationale, and correlating assessment outcomes with individualized programs.
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KINE 6303 - Corrective Exercise Programming
3 credit hours
This course will develop the knowledge and skill for the implementation of corrective exercise theories and models to promote improved human movement and function.
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KINE 6400 - Introduction to Paralympic and Adaptive Sport
3 credit hours
The history, philosophy, and organization of Paralympic and Adaptive sports will be examined. Students will also be introduced to various sociological, public health, and legal aspects of the adaptive sport movement.
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KINE 6401 - Establishing and Managing an Adaptive Sports Program
3 credit hours
Adaptive sport organizations will be examined, including their structure, staffing, and A.T. Still University of Health Sciences funding. Focus will be on integrating the student’s professional education, experience, and goals into administrative aspects of adaptive sports.
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KINE 6402 - Assessment of the Para Athlete
3 credit hours
Common adaptive sport participant medical diagnoses and functional limitations will be examined in depth. Focus will be on common sport-related assessments for these athletes to assist in proper program development. The capabilities, physical and psychological resources, assistance required, and other special considerations for physically challenged individuals related to their specific medical diagnosis will be examined in consideration of disablement models.
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KINE 6403 - Comprehensive Adaptive Sport and Activity Analysis
3 credit hours
Adaptive sports and activities will be examined in depth, including the rules, biomechanics, physiological demands, injury epidemiology, injury prevention, and high performance considerations. The capabilities, physical and psychological resources, assistance required, and other special considerations for physically challenged individuals will be examined.
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KINE 6999 - Directed Study
3 credit hours
Directed studies may be required as assigned by the program chair.
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Medical Science |
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DMSC 7000 - Medical Writing
3 credit hours
This course examines, in practical terms, the elements required for successful publication of a journal article or health policy review. This course encourages good writing skills through choosing better words, writing better sentences, and preparing better tables, graphs, and photographs. All students are required to develop and submit a quality paper that meets the requirements for publication in a peer-reviewed professional or biomedical journal. The learner will demonstrate the ability to effectively organize and structure information in written form.
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DMSC 7010 - Community Assessment & Health Promotion
3 credit hours
This course will introduce the Community Health Assessment (CHA) as a key component of evaluating the broader community health improvement process. Students will learn to objectively analyze community health data to identify priority issues, develop and implement effective health promotion strategies, and measure the effect of community health initiatives on a variety of community health indicators. Students will be exposed to current methods for conducting a community needs assessment. Discussions will center on choosing strategies that are culturally sensitive, clinically appropriate, and cost-effective.
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DMSC 7020 - Social & Behavioral Determinants of Health
3 credit hours
This course will serve as an introduction to the social, cultural, behavioral, and economic factors that influence health status and population health interventions. The practitioner will improve insights on 3 populations they have worked with or those they may work with in the future.
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DMSC 7030 - Research Methods in Healthcare
3 credit hours
This course will describe qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods research methodologies and the proper selection of methodology based on the research question. Additional topics include conducting a peer-reviewed literature review, critical analysis of study results and research methodologies, and ethical considerations in human subject’s research. A variety of data collection and analysis strategies will be reviewed.
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DMSC 7040 - Quality Improvement in Healthcare
3 credit hours
This course will include components of The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) curriculum to the prepare students to lead the development and maintenance of quality management in clinical and business settings. Students will develop foundational fluency in methods of healthcare data collection and industry-standard metrics of clinical quality and patient safety. Implementation analysis of quality improvement PDSA cycles, root cause, and systems analysis will also be reviewed. Through team-based learning, students will explore how quality metrics enable evidence-based clinical and business decision-making.
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DMSC 8100 - Adult Learning Theory
3 credit hours
Effective and efficient teaching requires an understanding of how adults learn. This course examines the learning process, particularly as it differs for adults. Topics include theories of behaviorism, cognitivism, humanism, constructivism, and social and adult learning; major learning style theories; andragogy versus pedagogy; and motivation for learning as it applies to informal and formal education and training. Utilizing this basis, students will examine how to apply these theories to the design, implementation, and assessment process.
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DMSC 8110 - Curriculum Design & Delivery
3 credit hours
This course will introduce students to methods and best practices for medical education curriculum design and prepare students to be conversant in the foundational research literature of education for adult students. Students will design systems-based learning modules within their medical specialty. An introduction to psychometric principles will prepare students to create high-quality assessment items.
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DMSC 8120 - Educational Technology & Simulation
3 credit hours
Computers, simulators, and even smartphones have become ubiquitous in education both in and outside of the classroom. This course will present best practices in utilization of technology in teaching and provide the learner the opportunity to learn course management through an LMS, develop familiarity with audience response technology (e.g., clickers), develop competence in office productivity software for common educational tasks, and explore hardware and software essential to producing asynchronous curriculum delivery and assessment (e.g., webcam, interactive publishing). Simulation is recognized in healthcare education as an effective way to teach and assess skills and behaviors. This course will teach the student how to create high-quality healthcare simulation programs, introduce the research behind simulation best practices, provide students with a template for effective simulation, and give students a basic understanding of the simulation process as it applies to healthcare education.
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DMSC 8130 - Assessment & Evaluation Methods
3 credit hours
This course will describe best practices for measurement and assessment in education. Topics will include the role of measurement and assessment in teaching, instructional goals and objectives, validity and reliability, classroom tests and assessments, standardized tests, and interpretation of assessment scores and norms. Learners will develop instructional objectives, a variety of assessment items and assessment formats, and will construct rating 3 scales, rubrics, and interpret assessment psychometrics.
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DMSC 8200 - Organizational Leadership, Management & Behavior
3 credit hours
This course will provide the learner with an understanding of how perceptions and thinking influence behavior in the workplace, and the skills necessary to manage conflict and lead change in teams, organizations, community partnerships, and health initiatives in their role as a physician assistant. Strategies for creative problem solving, communication and improved management practices will be explored.
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DMSC 8210 - Health Economics
3 credit hours
Economics is a major influence in shaping health policy in the United States. An effective healthcare leader must be fluent with the basic health economic theory to guide their organization. This course will discuss such topics as demand, supply and market equilibrium, scarcity, risk aversion, moral hazard, adverse selection, quality of care and pay for performance to provide the student with a grasp of the market forces on the U.S. healthcare system.
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DMSC 8220 - Ethical & Legal Considerations in Health Administration
3 credit hours
This course will provide an overview of the principles of medical ethics (autonomy, beneficence, and justice) and ethical theory. The discussion will review the ethical challenges faced in healthcare and health administration, the ethical requirements of human-subjects research, the right to privacy and the ethical decision-making process. The responsibilities and boundaries of the patient healthcare provider relationship and the conflicting demands of providing quality care with limited resources will be addressed, as will the relationship and responsibilities of healthcare providers to society. Case studies will be included to develop ethical reasoning skills applicable to daily practice.
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DMSC 8230 - PAs in Healthcare Policy
3 credit hours
This course will explore the evolving role of the PA in the structure of the current U.S. healthcare system; the challenges of access, cost, and quality; and the process of healthcare policy development. The evolution of healthcare reform will be used to illustrate the development of healthcare policy, including the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The impact of the ACA on PA practice, patient healthcare access, cost, and quality and projections for the future of the ACA will be analyzed.
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DMSC 8300 - Capstone I
3 credit hours
This three-course series is designed to instruct the learner in the process of developing and conducting an applied research project. The applied research project will be designed to target a problem in either clinical practice, the PA professional sphere, or PA education. During the capstone course sequence, the learner will work closely with their faculty advisor as they progress from conceptualization to completion of the research project. In Capstone I, the learner will apply methods from the Research Design in Healthcare course to develop a proposal for their applied research project. The student will also conduct a literature review around their chosen applied research topic.
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DMSC 8310 - Capstone II
3 credit hours
This three-course series is designed to instruct the learner in the process of developing and conducting an applied research project. The applied research project will be designed to target a problem in either clinical practice, the PA professional sphere, or PA education. During the capstone course sequence, the learner will work closely with their faculty advisor as they progress from conceptualization to completion of the research project. Capstone II will focus on the collection and analysis of data.
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DMSC 8320 - Capstone III
3 credit hours
This three-course series is designed to instruct the learner in the process of developing and conducting an applied research project. The applied research project will be designed to target a problem in either clinical practice, the PA professional sphere, or PA education. During the capstone course sequence, the learner will work closely with their faculty advisor as they progress from conceptualization to completion of the research project. Capstone III focuses on the final preparation and submission of a quality 3 product targeted at publication in the healthcare literature or presentation at a state or national level meeting. Each final applied research product will be reviewed and graded by the learner’s faculty advisor.
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MSOT 6420 - Professional Development II: Health Promotion and Prevention
2 credit hours
This course is designed to stimulate critical thinking about occupation as a health determinant, and its relationship to well-being, participation, and social inclusion. The relevance of contextual factors and social determinants of health on occupational access and opportunities will be the central theme of this course. Concepts of social justice, occupational justice, and health justice will be the key constructs introduced in this course.
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MSOT 6430 - Professional Development III: Administration & Management
3 credit hours
This class focuses on the principles of organization and management in the health care system today. Administration and management in occupational therapy across practice settings with focus on an overview of payment systems, departmental organization, marketing, supervision, quality improvement and program evaluation. Models covered include nonprofit, proprietary, entrepreneurial, and corporate facilities. Systems of managed care and changes in health care delivery are examined.
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MSOT 6440 - Professional Development IV: Health Education
2 credit hours
This course will focus on the purpose, goals and benefits of client education using a client-centered approach. Relevant teaching and learning theories will be introduced and applied to practice. Students will examine fully the major components of the teaching process as well as issues related to improving adherence, motivation and health behaviors of the learner. Students also examine multiple issues and testing related to literacy skills including the use of technology to enhance client education.
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MSOT 6560 - Maintaining Health & Wellbeing: Chronic Disease Management
3 credit hours
Students will learn how as occupational therapists they can enhance the quality of life for those who experience age-related changes and/or chronic disease conditions. Students will examine topics within public health and epidemiology and expand their knowledge of the OT’s capacity to prevent disability and activity limitations and to promote health, participation, and social inclusion.
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MSOT 6810 - Evidence Based Practitioner I
2 credit hours
Students will identify a specific practice question and search for evidence both within and outside of the profession. In this course, evidence collection from systematic database search and identifying articles that meet the inclusion criteria is the outcome of the course.
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MSOT 6820 - Evidence Based Practitioner II
2 credit hours
Students will effectively analyze and synthesize professional literature to answer specific focused question(s) in a practice area. They will then identify how they can translate evidence to practice.
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OCTH 5120 - Pathophysiology
3 credit hours
This course will discuss the etiology, pathogenesis, and disease manifestation in body structures/body functions with emphasis on the signs and symptoms of disease and their subsequent impairments. Conditions typically seen by occupational therapists will be discussed to form connections between impairment, activity limitations, occupational and performance issues.
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OCTH 5125 - Conditions
2 credit hours
This course will address common medical conditions, across the life span, that occupational therapists encounter in practice. Students will learn about the changes to body structure and body function associated with orthopedic and neurological conditions and to apply the OT practice framework to analyze the impact of these conditions on daily occupations.
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OCTH 5130 - Neuroscience: Foundations for Human Behavior
4 credit hours
This course introduces students to the development, structure, and function of the central and peripheral nervous systems. A systems approach will be used to describe neuroscience as a basis of human behavior. Implications of neurological dysfunction to performance of daily occupations will demonstrate relevance to practice. This course will adopt a case-based approach to analyze neurological conditions commonly encountered in rehabilitation. Requisite: ASHS 6100.
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OCTH 5140 - Analysis of Human Movement
4 credit hours
Students will understand theoretical concepts and principles of kinesiology and biomechanics as it relates to occupational performance. Relevant clinical conditions will be used to apply biomechanical concepts to disorder of movement in osteoarthritis, spinal cord injury, hip fracture, connective tissue injury, peripheral nerve injury, and work related musculoskeletal injury. Requisite: ASHS 6200.
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OCTH 5210 - Foundations I: History & Philosophy of Occupational Therapy
2 credit hours
This course examines the historical development of occupational therapy as a health profession. The philosophical, social, political and economic influences, the rise of American medicine, and the paradigm of rehabilitation, in particular, will be examined.
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OCTH 5220 - Foundations II: Occupation Based Activity Analysis & Synthesis
2 credit hours
This course will introduce students to activity analysis for the therapeutic use of everyday occupation in health development, healing, recovery and enhancing quality of life. Historical and contemporary use of creative activities will be discussed. Students will experience and gain insight into the person factors (physical, affective, and cognitive) and contextual demands of various tasks, activities, and occupations.
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OCTH 5230 - Foundations III: Evidence Based Practice
3 credit hours
This course is designed to enable the occupational therapy clinical decision-making process from the evidence-based practice perspective. The course will cover topics related to the EBP process, framing clinical questions to enhance clinical decision-making, searching literature, critical appraisal, integration and evaluation of evidence, grading levels of evidence and strength of recommendations, and statistical terminology related to EBP.
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OCTH 5310 - Fundamentals of Service Provision: Across the Continua of Care
3 credit hours
This course takes a health development and life course perspective to address occupational transitions and disruptions. The occupational therapy practice contexts will span from neonatal care, school, and work to aging-in-place and end of life and hospice care. Students will learn the impact of occupational loss and gains on health, well-being, and quality of life. The fundamental role of context to access and opportunities for occupational engagement and occupational therapy services will be addressed.
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OCTH 5320 - Basic Patient Care Skills
2 credit hours
This course will include the performance of basic patient care skills required by rehabilitation personnel. Course includes blood borne pathogens, universal safety precautions, vital signs, positioning, draping, transfers, lifting, an introduction to sterile procedure and isolation techniques, wheelchair handling, ambulation with assistive devices, environmental barriers, and basic patient care equipment. Professional issues of documentation and role differentiations are also introduced.
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OCTH 5410 - Professional Development I: Professionalism
2 credit hours
This course will focus on bridging theoretical concepts and practice in working with individuals in their everyday contexts. Students will learn the basics of clinical reasoning; critically examine client-centered practice and ethical decision making, cultural humility, and the therapeutic use of self in the creation of the reflective practitioner.
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OCTH 5510 - Groups: Theory and Process
2 credit hours
Students will develop an understanding of group process and the relationship of self to the group. Group dynamics, phases of group development, group roles, conflict resolution, problem solving, and therapeutic groups are discussed. Students will develop group protocols, lead groups, and process the outcomes.
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OCTH 5520 - Practice Immersion I: Mental Health & Psychosocial Practice
6 credit hours
The overall purpose of this course is to prepare the student to assess and provide occupation-based interventions that address the psychosocial needs of clients across the lifespan. Students will be able to design and deliver occupational therapy services based upon appropriate theoretical models and frames of reference that can be used across a variety of systems and settings, including but not limited to behavioral health/psychiatric, community and education based settings. Students will develop an understanding of group dynamics, phases of group development, group roles, conflict resolution, problem solving, and therapeutic groups are discussed. Students will develop intervention group protocols typically used in mental health, lead groups, and process the outcomes.
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OCTH 5710 - Fieldwork Level I A
1 credit hour
Each Level I Fieldwork is a one-week full-time experience. The purpose of the Level I Fieldwork experiences are to expose students to experiences so that they get comfortable working with clients in a variety of settings, apply and enhance their didactic learning through observation and participation in some aspects of the occupational therapy process.
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OCTH 5720 - Fieldwork Level I B
1 credit hour
Each Level I Fieldwork is a one-week full-time experience. The purpose of the Level I Fieldwork experiences are to expose students to experiences so that they get comfortable working with clients in a variety of settings, apply and enhance their didactic learning through observation and participation in some aspects of the occupational therapy process.
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OCTH 5730 - Fieldwork Level I C
1 credit hour
Each Level I Fieldwork is a one-week full-time experience. The purpose of the Level I Fieldwork experiences are to expose students to experiences so that they get comfortable working with clients in a variety of settings, apply and enhance their didactic learning through observation and participation in some aspects of the occupational therapy process.
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OCTH 6530 - Practice Immersion II: Children & Youth
6 credit hours
The course will introduce students to aspects of the occupational therapy process in a variety of pediatric settings with special attention to family-centered care and collaborations with other professionals. Typical and atypical development will be discussed within the context of community, family, and school environments. Students will explore occupational therapy process with children and youth, relevant theories, models and frames of reference, and learn evidence-based practice and clinical guidelines. This practice course will help students with client-centered, evidence-based, and ethical decision making with children and youth. OCTH5310, OCTH5140
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OCTH 6540 - Practice Immersion III: Adult Physical Rehabilitation
6 credit hours
This course will introduce students to the occupational therapy process for adults with physical dysfunction who experience difficulties with everyday occupations. Students will be prepared as generalists in physical rehabilitation for adults with different conditions, in a variety of current practice settings [e.g. hospital (acute, sub-acute), community (outpatient, home and long-term care)], and service delivery models. Students will learn relevant evidence-supported theoretical perspectives, models and frames of references, evidence-based practice literature, and clinical guidelines in physical rehabilitation. This practice course will help students with client-centered, evidence-based, and ethical decision making with adults. OCTH5130, OCTH5140, OCTH5220, OCTH5320
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OCTH 6550 - Modalities
2 credit hours
This course provides instruction on preparatory therapeutic interventions for occupational engagement. Course content will include the instruction, application and assessment of the use of physical agent modalities, splinting, and taping techniques. Indications and contraindications will be discussed for each technique or modality presented. Reimbursement and documentation for use of modalities will be discussed.
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OCTH 6740 - Fieldwork Level II A
6 credit hours
Each Level II Fieldwork is 12 weeks of full-time work under the supervision of a full-time OT Fieldwork educator.
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OCTH 7460 - Practice Competency: Certification Exam Prep Course
1 credit hour
Students will attend a two-day course that will provide information, learning activities, practice questions, and study strategies to use in preparation for taking the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. This course is a programmatic requirement to establish competency for entry-level practice prior to graduation.
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OCTH 7750 - Fieldwork Level II B
6 credit hours
Each Level II Fieldwork is 12 weeks of full-time work under the supervision of a full-time OT Fieldwork educator.
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OT 512 - Foundations of Occupational Therapy
2 credit hours
Introduction to the field of occupational therapy including the history, philosophical beliefs, areas of practice and roles of practitioners. Focus is on developing an awareness of professional organizations, and ethics with an emphasis on the OT Practice Framework.
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OT 513 - Occupations Across the Life Span
3 credit hours
Knowledge of normal development, developmental tasks and age-specific activities and roles from birth through old age is vital to understanding the functional deficits and impact on activity participation resulting from injury, disease or developmental issues. The occupational therapist uses knowledge of normal development as a foundation to assess an individual’s functional status and to develop an appropriate plan of care. This course covers the developmental process of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development throughout the lifespan and its influences on activity participation and roles.
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OT 516 - Basic Patient Care Skills
3 credit hours
The rationale for and performance of basic patient care skills required by rehabilitation personnel. Course includes blood-borne pathogens, universal safety precautions, vital signs, positioning, draping, transfers, lifting, sterile procedure and isolation techniques, wheelchair handling, and ambulation with assistive devices, environmental barriers, and basic patient care equipment. Laboratory required.
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OT 522 - Pathology
3 credit hours
An introduction to the basic pathological processes that underlie diseases. The fundamentals of general pathology covered include the mechanism of cell injury and healing, response to infection, and disorders of the immune system. The etiology, pathogenesis, and morphologic manifestations of disease in the major organ systems are discussed with emphasis on the relationship between pathology and the signs/symptoms of disease. An overview of the normal physiology necessary to understand the basic pathological process will be given. (Co-requisite: OT 600 )
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OT 523 - Group Process
3 credit hours
Understanding of group process and the relationship of self to the group. Group dynamics as well as the phases of group development, leadership roles, conflict resolutions, problem solving, and clinical application are emphasized. Students are required to develop group protocols, lead groups, and process the outcomes. Students will apply a variety of approaches from various frames of reference.
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OT 533 - Kinesiology
4 credit hours
This course covers the principles of kinesiology and biomechanics as related to human motion. An understanding of human motion is necessary for physical evaluation and occupational analysis in occupational therapy. The functional application of human motion is covered, including evaluation techniques of goniometry and manual muscle testing. (Prerequisites: ASHS 6100 and ASHS 6200 )
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OT 542 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy Testing
2 credit hours
An introduction to the occupational therapy evaluative process. Methods of data collection and various evaluation tools are explored. The principles of measurement, including test selection, administration, scoring, and interpretation, are covered. (Corequisite ASHS 6400 )
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OT 543 - OT Theory and Philosophy
2 credit hours
Introduction to the core concepts of major theories and models of practice in occupational therapy.
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OT 544 - Ethics and Professionalism
1 credit hour
The legal, moral, and ethical basis for the professional practice of occupational therapy are covered.
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OT 545 - Occupational Analysis I
2 credit hours
Introduction to and application of occupational analysis in relation focusing on play, leisure, and social participation. Concepts of grading and adapting occupations will be explored and opportunity will be given to apply principles of the teaching-learning process. (Prerequisite: OT 512 )
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OT 600 - Conditions I
4 credit hours
This course is a study of clinical management of psychiatric conditions, and developmental disorders of adults and children. Diagnoses, prognoses, typical course of illness and its effects on occupational performance are reviewed. Medical management and other medical treatment are explored.
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OT 601 - Conditions II
4 credit hours
This course is a study of clinical management of neurological and orthopedic conditions, and developmental disorders of adults and children. Diagnoses, prognoses, typical course of illness and its effects on occupational performance will be reviewed. Medical management and other medical treatment are explored. (Pre-requisite: OT 522 )
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OT 611 - Neuroscience
4 credit hours
A study of the development, structure, and function of the central and peripheral nervous systems, including the autonomic nervous system. Blood supply, sensory and motor systems, pain mechanisms, receptors, reflex pathways, and consequences of lesions of the nervous system at various levels are also discussed. Clinical case analysis in neurorehabilitation and neuropsychology is introduced.
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OT 614 - Pediatric Occupational Therapy I
3 credit hours
This course presents the theoretical foundations and frames of reference of occupational therapy in the area of pediatric practice. Focus is on assessment and development of treatment objectives, and family-centered practice. The selection, administration and interpretation of standardized and non-standardized tests and evaluations commonly used in pediatric practice are explored. Issues related to various settings in pediatric practice are discussed. Documentation concepts (evaluation and goal development, IEP and IFSP) are discussed and practiced. Prerequisites: OT 513 , OT 533 , OT 542 , OT 600 , and OT 601 .
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OT 615 - Occupational Analysis II
2 credit hours
Continuation of Occupational Analysis I. Principles of occupational analysis, grading, and adapting are applied to basic and instrumental activities of daily living. Community resources as well as issues of accessibility are addressed. (Prerequisites: OT 545 )
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OT 623 - Physical Disabilities I
3 credit hours
Theoretical foundations and frames of reference of occupational therapy for individuals with physical disabilities. Evaluation, treatment, and intervention for individuals with physical disabilities. The focus is on integrating specific theories and frames of reference into the evaluation and treatment process. Prerequisites: OT 516 , OT 533 , OT 600 , OT 601 .
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OT 624 - Pediatric Occupational Therapy II
3 credit hours
The focus of this course is pediatric treatment planning and intervention. Focus is on integrating specific theories and frames of reference into the treatment process. Organization, synthesis and use of data compiled from observations and testing measures is demonstrated and applied by students. Hands-on opportunities with treatment techniques and equipment are included. Completion of Level One Fieldwork is required. Prerequisite: OT 614 Co-requisite: OT 625 , OT 627 .
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OT 625 - Occupational Analysis III
2 credit hours
Continuation of Occupational Analysis I and II. Principles of occupational analysis, grading, and adapting are applied to work and educational occupations. Prerequisite: OT 545 , OT 614 , OT 623 Co-requisite OT 624
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OT 627 - Level I Fieldwork (Pediatrics)
1 credit hour
A one-week rotation that is taken in conjunction with OT 624 . The student is expected to integrate content from Pediatric Occupational Therapy II into a practice setting. Course is taken on a pass/fail basis. (Co-requisite: OT 624 )
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OT 631 - Physical Modalities
3 credit hours
Modalities and therapeutic interventions used to prepare the patient to engage in occupations. Course includes orthotics, splinting, and physical agent modalities. Prerequisites: OT 601 , OT 623
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OT 632 - Psychosocial Occupational Therapy I
3 credit hours
Theoretical foundations and frames of reference of occupational therapy for individuals with psychiatric conditions. Focus is on the evaluation of skills and deficits as related to frames of reference for persons with different psychiatric conditions. Prerequisite s: OT 523 , OT 600
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OT 633 - Physical Disabilities II
3 credit hours
Continuation of Physical Disabilities I. Focus is on evaluation, treatment, and documentation of skills and deficits for persons with various physical disabilities along the continuum of care. Level I fieldwork is required. Prerequisites: OT 611 , OT 623 Co-requisite OT 637 , OT 625
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OT 634 - Professional Development I
1 credit hour
First course in a series of two aimed to promote the growth and development of students to become reflective occupational therapy professionals who view themselves as lifelong learners. Includes an exploration of the role of occupational therapy in the promotion of health and the prevention of disease and disability.
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OT 635 - Practice Management in Occupational Therapy
3 credit hours
Principles of organization and management in the healthcare system today. Models covered include nonprofit, proprietary, entrepreneurial, and corporate facilities. Systems of managed care and changes in healthcare delivery are examined. Leadership theories and application to occupational therapy are explored.
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OT 637 - Level I Fieldwork (Physical Disabilities)
1 credit hour
A one-week rotation that is taken in conjunction with OT 633 . The student is expected to integrate content from Physical Disabilities II into a practice setting. Course is taken on a pass/fail basis. (Co-requisite: OT 633 )
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OT 641 - Technology and Occupational Therapy
3 credit hours
This is an exploratory course on current assistive technology for occupational therapy treatment and enhancement of function. Use of computers, switches, software programs, adaptive equipment, diagnostic, medical, and environmental controls are explored. Hands on exploration of a range of technology options covering areas including: seating/positioning, environmental access, communication, learning, and sensory impairments.
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OT 642 - Psychosocial Occupational Therapy II
3 credit hours
Treatment planning and intervention for individuals with psychosocial conditions. Focus is on integrating specific theories and frames of reference into the treatment process. Level I fieldwork is required. Prerequisite: OT 632 Co-requisite OT 647
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OT 644 - Practice Issues and Trends in Occupational Therapy
2 credit hours
Current trends and issues within the occupational therapy profession, including the impact of legislative decisions, and changing practice roles and emerging practice areas are covered.
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OT 646 - Professional Development II
1 credit hour
Second course in a series of two aimed to promote the growth and development of students to become reflective occupational therapy professionals who view themselves as lifelong learners. This course includes a survey and re-examination of methods of assessment and intervention used by occupational therapists across a variety of medical, educational, and community based practice settings. Discussion related to students’ experiences from Fieldwork Level I combined with additional practice scenarios are used to develop clinical reasoning regarding screening, assessment, intervention and transition planning across the continuum of care to prepare for Fieldwork Level II and for future entry-level OT practice.
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OT 647 - Level I Fieldwork (Psychosocial Dysfunction)
1 credit hour
A one-week rotation that is taken in conjunction with OT 642 . The student is expected to integrate content from Psychosocial Occupational Therapy II into a practice setting. Course is taken on a pass/fail basis. (Co-requisite: OT 642 )
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OT 650 - Independent Study/Tutorial
3 credit hours
Study of a focused topic on an individual basis.
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OT 751 - Level II Fieldwork, Fall
12 credit hours
An in-depth (full time for 12 weeks) supervised experience with responsibility for providing occupational therapy services to clients with various occupational performance deficits. (Prerequisite: OT 751, successful completion with a grade of “C” or higher of all didactic work scheduled for completion prior to the start of the Fieldwork)
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OT 752 - Level II Fieldwork, Spring
12 credit hours
An in-depth (full-time for 12 weeks) supervised experience with responsibility for providing occupational therapy services to clients with various occupational performance deficits. Prerequisite: Successful completion with a grade of “C” or higher of all didactic work scheduled for completion prior to the start of the Fieldwork
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OT 753 - Level II Fieldwork, Elective
8 credit hours
An in-depth (full-time for 8-12 weeks) supervised experience with responsibility for providing occupational therapy services to clients in a selected interest area. (Prerequisites: OT 751 , OT 752 )
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OT 754 - Directed Research
2 credit hours
Research under faculty supervision. Requires filing of course objectives with the designated faculty mentor(s).
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OT 755 - Certification Examinations Preparation
1 credit hour
Comprehensive review of occupational therapy theory, application, and process in preparation for the national certification examination for occupational therapists. Includes study and test-taking strategies. (Prerequisites: OT 751 , OT 754 ).
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OT 802 - Advanced Theory & Philosophy in Occupational Therapy
3 credit hours
This course is a review, discussion, and analysis of the current theoretical and philosophical basis for occupational therapy practice.
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OT 803 - Trends in Occupational Therapy
3 credit hours
Current practice issues and trends within the occupational therapy profession are studied.
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OT 807 - Research Methodology
3 credit hours
A survey of basic quantitative and qualitative research designs and methods used in research relevant to the practice of occupational therapy. Emphasis is placed on learning how to critically evaluate research and become a better consumer of it.
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