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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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OT 808 - Statistics
3 credit hours
Through this course students become acquainted with, and develop a better understanding of, the statistical methods and techniques most commonly utilized in healthcare and education research. Interpretation of results of statistical analyses and assessment of the appropriateness of test selection are presented.
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OT 811 - Evidence Based Practice I
3 credit hours
First course in a series of two on the topic of evidence-based practice (EBP). This first EBP course provides an introduction to the concept of EBP, discusses the fundamental need to structure EBP within the framework of occupational therapy practice, and introduces students to the key underlying components and stages of EBP. The course provides students with the opportunity to, not only gain theoretical knowledge about the stages, but also engender skills that will allow them to begin to implement these in their practice.
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OT 812 - Evidence Based Practice II
3 credit hours
This course is the second in the series of two evidence-based practice (EBP) courses. Building on the EBP skills learned during OT 811, this course follows an evidence-based journal club format, involving small group work in a specific clinical area, offering students the opportunity to further enhance their EBP skills through implementation of the EBP process in additional exploration of clinical questions. Emphasis is also placed on reflecting upon and examining how the clinical reasoning processes underlying EBP influence one’s clinical decision-making and practice. OT 811
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OT 833 - Holistic School-Based Practice
3 credit hours
This course holistically addresses OT practice in school systems settings. Topics include, but are not limited to, IDEA, ADA 504, psychosocial intervention, and transition planning.
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OT 841 - Issues in Pediatric Practice
3 credit hours
Focus of study will be evaluation of the strengths and limitations of various treatment methods and modalities used in pediatric practice.
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OT 842 - Advances in Sensory Integration Theory and Practice
3 credit hours
Focus of study will be the theoretical foundation, research, and current treatment methods of sensory integration theory and practice.
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OT 843 - Early Intervention: Working with Children 0-3 and Their Families
3 credit hours
Overview of federal legislation involving the role of OT in early intervention will be discussed. Study will focus on OT programming in natural environments, family-centered practice, goal writing for the IFSP, and transition planning to preschool.
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OT 844 - Critical Thinking in Pediatric Intervention
3 credit hours
This course will explore in depth the foundation, research efficacy, similarities, and differences among the theoretical frameworks commonly employed by occupational and physical therapists working with children in a variety of contexts. Students will evaluate best practice in clinical application with a variety of diagnoses.
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OT 845 - Application of Technology to Occupational Therapy Practice
3 credit hours
Current technology utilized for occupational therapy practice and treatment of dysfunction. Use of computers, switches, software programs, adaptive equipment, diagnostic, medical, and environmental controls are explored.
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OT 847 - Issues in Geriatric Practice
3 credit hours
This course holistically addresses issues and intervention practices with geriatric populations. Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to, occupations of the elderly, adaptations for healthy living, and mental health issues.
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OT 849 - Addressing the Needs of the Medically Fragile Child
3 credit hours
The role of OT intervention in school and home environments for the medically fragile child is explored.
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OT 850 - Independent Project
1 credit hour
Independent investigation of a topic of interest. Approval of independent study option is by the faculty and chair of the Department of Occupational Therapy.
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OT 875 - Special Topics in Occupational Therapy
3 credit hours
Special topic colloquium the focus of which changes year to year, allowing for in-depth exploration of a particular content area of interest to the field of occupational therapy.
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OT 880 - Capstone Experience in Occupational Therapy I
3 credit hours
First course in a series of three for the M.S. in Advanced Occupational Therapy Studies Capstone Experience. During the first half of this course, students identify, develop, and articulate their ideas for their capstone terminal projects. During the second half of the course, students identify, locate, and review literature and other sources of information pertinent to their projects (that will provide a foundation for proceeding with the work they propose to do as their actual capstone project). Completion of at least 18 credits of the AMOT Program curriculum; permission of the AMOT Program Director
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OT 881 - Capstone Experience in Occupational Therapy II
3 credit hours
Second course in a series of three for the M.S. in Advanced Occupational Therapy Capstone Experience. During this second part of the course sequence, students develop proposals for their capstone projects. Students also serve as “advisors” and reviewers of their peers’ project proposals. OT 880
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OT 882 - Capstone Experience in Occupational Therapy III
3 credit hours
Third course in a series of three for the M.S. in Advanced Occupational Therapy Studies Capstone Experience. During this third part of the course sequence, students will implement their capstone projects, document their project experiences, produce final “products” or “artifacts” associated with their projects, write a paper about their project using OT Practice Author Guidelines and consider potential venues for future dissemination and publication. Students will also serve as “advisors” to their peers and reviewers of their peers’ progress reports and summaries. OT 881
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OTDE 6440 - 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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OTDE 6450 - Professional Development IV: Leadership, Activism & Advocacy
3 credit hours
Leadership theories and their application in occupational therapy are explored. This course will explore avenues of leadership for novice occupational therapists. Students will learn advocacy skills needed to represent individual, community, and population-based concerns. Students will be exposed to activism strategies necessary to influence systems, current policy/legislation, and promoting social change for under-served populations.
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OTDE 6560 - Maintaining Health & Wellbeing: Chronic Disease Management
3 credit hours
occupational therapy to influence the health, well-being and quality of life of individuals with chronic disease and the older adult population. Students will examine topics within public health and epidemiology and expand their knowledge of the OT’s capacity to prevent disease, disability, and activity limitations and to promote health, participation, and social inclusion.
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OTDE 7810 - Directed Research I
2 credit hours
This course is the first in the directed research series, and introduces students to the research process. Students will participate in faculty-led research projects and develop an understanding of the area of study and begin the literature review process. ASHS6300, ASHS6400
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OTDE 7820 - Directed Research II
2 credit hours
In this segment of the directed research series, students will focus on writing the final literature review, and understand the research study design and methods best suited to answer the research question.
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OTDE 7830 - Directed Research III
3 credit hours
In this phase of the directed research series, students will develop the research proposal and obtain IRB approval for conducting research. Data collection may commence at this stage pending approval from IRB.
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OTDE 7840 - Directed Research IV
3 credit hours
In this penultimate course of the directed research series, students will focus on data analysis and interpretation of results of their faculty-led research study. Students will develop the final product of the directed study and prepare to disseminate it in a public forum.
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OTDE 7910 - Doctoral Seminar I: Introduction to Needs Assessment
1 credit hour
Students will be exposed to different methods of conducting a needs assessment and how to use the information obtained from a needs assessment to plan for and develop a program for a specific targeted population. In this doctoral experience preparatory course, students will identify a project idea and conduct a review of literature incorporating works from within and outside the body of OT literature. Based on literature review, students will prepare the proposal for their Doctoral Experience component.
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OTDE 7920 - Doctoral Seminar II: Program Development
2 credit hours
Students will submit and defend their proposal to their doctoral Project Committee (consisting of the course instructor, their primary project advisor, and another member who may be their project mentor). During this seminar, students will also be introduced to and explore different methods of program evaluation and outcomes assessment. As part of the seminar, students may need to complete an IRB application to assess outcomes associated with a program they will develop. By the end of the course, students will be expected to translate the results of the needs assessment and propose a draft plan for a program development relevant to meeting an identified need at their practice site or with a community partner.
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OTDE 7930 - Doctoral Seminar III: Program Evaluation
3 credit hours
Students in this course will refine their program development to finalize plans for their Doctoral Experience and identify outcome measures for program evaluation and logistics of program implementation. Students will prepare all materials needed for the program they have designed, working together with staff and other stakeholders from their community site to be ready for implementation of the program that provides the basis for their Doctoral Experience.
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OTDE 7940 - Doctoral Experience
8 credit hours
The doctoral experiential component is an in-depth experience that prepares students beyond the entry-level (advanced), in one or more of the following: clinical practice skills, research skills, administration, leadership, program and policy development, advocacy, education, or theory development. Students will work closely with assigned faculty advisor to implement and evaluate the project they have developed in collaboration with their community site, with oversight from their faculty advisor. OTDE7910, OTDE7920, OTDE7930. Additionally, all fieldwork experiences must be completed before a student can start their doctoral experiential component.
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OTDE 7950 - Doctoral Summit
3 credit hours
This seminar will include the public dissemination of the Doctoral experience capstone project. Formal presentations that showcase the work and outcomes will be made to the campus community. Students will be required to prepare the final product (report/manuscript) to be ready for submission in a peer-reviewed professional venue (i.e. professional journal, state or national professional conference, etc.).
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OTDP 9010 - Disabilities Studies
4 credit hours
This course will focus on the experience of living with a disability from the perspective of those with disabilities. Includes reading of works written or otherwise authored by persons with disabilities and provides a historical perspective on the disability and independent living movements in the U.S. and internationally. The use of person-first language, the World Health Organization Classification of International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health, principles of universal design, models of empowerment, strengths development, the value of collaboration, and promoting health and wellness within the disability community will be some of the topics addressed during this course. NOTE: Open to all ATSU students.
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OTDP 9020 - Organizational Behavior
4 credit hours
Survey of theories about how individuals and groups act in organizations and the applicability of these to maximize activity participation, promote targeted behavior change and health related outcomes. Includes an examination of a strengths-based approach to leadership and management and a focus on identifying aspects of an organization’s culture and how such cultural dimensions of organizations can influence leadership, communication, and group dynamics.
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OTDP 9030 - Policy Analysis
4 credit hours
An introduction to policy analysis including the application of analytical techniques through case study examples, with a particular focus on selected health policies.
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OTDP 9040 - Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
4 credit hours
Introduction to scholarly inquiry and dissemination aimed at promoting effective practices in teaching and learning.
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OTDP 9300 - OTD Seminar I – The Role of OT in Health Promotion & Wellness
4 credit hours
This course will explore the myriad of opportunities for OT’s to influence the health and/or wellbeing of individuals and populations. Students will examine topics within public health and epidemiology while furthering their knowledge of OT’s capacity to prevent disease, disability and activity limitations, and to promote health and participation. Upon completion of this course, students will be expected to identify a target population and/or an agency or community partner that could benefit from an occupation based health promotion and/or wellness initiative, and should have a proposed program idea that could be explored for further development. Includes a focus on literature from positive psychology and exploration of the relevancy of this body of work for occupational therapy practitioner-scholars. OTDP 9910
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OTDP 9400 - OTD Seminar II - Program Development & Evaluation, Part I
4 credit hours
First course in a series of two on this topic, during this seminar, students will be exposed to different methods of conducting a needs assessment and how to use the information obtained from a needs assessment to plan for and develop a program for a specific targeted population. By the end of the course students will be expected to complete a needs assessment and plan a program relevant to meeting an identified need at their practice site or with a community partner. OTDP 9300 OTDP 9920
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OTDP 9500 - OTD Seminar III - Program Development & Evaluation, Part II
4 credit hours
Second course in a series of two on this topic, during this seminar students will be introduced to and explore different methods of program evaluation and outcomes assessment. As part of the seminar, they will be expected to complete an IRB application to assess outcomes associated with a program they will develop. OTDP 9400 OTDP 9930
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OTDP 9600 - OTD Seminar IV - Strategic and Financial Planning
4 credit hours
During this seminar, students will learn about the combined strategic and financial planning that is necessary to sustain a program’s feasibility and long term viability. Through case study examples, students will examine the relationship between organizational and programmatic priorities and the allocation and deployment of resources. By the end of the course students will be able to create a business unit plan that includes a market analysis, budget (start-up and/or operational, as well as human resource and facility planning), financial projections, and measurement of performance in relation to expenditures.
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OTDP 9700 - OTD Seminar V - Opportunities, Roles & Responsibilities in Leadership and Advocacy Arenas
4 credit hours
This course will explore avenues of leadership for the practicing occupational therapist, as well as teach advocacy skills needed to represent individual, community and population based concerns. Students will be exposed to verbal and written advocacy strategies necessary to influence current policy/legislation or that can be used for the development of new policies. At the end of the course students will demonstrate their ability to be a change agent in at least one of the following new roles: manager, supervisor, care coordinator, program developer, entrepreneur, consultant, advocate, mediator, policy infuser, liaison, community partner/organizer, or committee chair or officer in a professional organization or community group. In order to complete the OTD program, the student will be required to demonstrate one additional leadership role.
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OTDP 9800 - OTD Seminar VI - Professional Writing & Dissemination of Practice-Based Scholarship
4 credit hours
Conducted using a writing workshop format, this course will focus on how to write a scholarly article from beginning to end, how to find appropriate publication avenues for scholarly writing and conference forums for dissemination of practice-based scholarship, how to prepare proposals for a presenting at conferences, and how to prepare presentations and posters. By the end of this course, students will be expected to submit a written article using author’s guidelines from a peer-reviewed journal and a proposal for presenting at a suitable conference venue using “Call for Papers” guidelines.
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OTDP 9910 - OT Doctoral Project I
2 credit hours
Introduction to and comparison of forms of scholarship with particular emphasis on practice-based scholarship. Students will be expected to identify a theoretical body of work or conceptual framework and examine how this work applies to some aspect of their present or future practice area of interest. OTDP 9300
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OTDP 9920 - OT Doctoral Project II
2 credit hours
Building upon OT 9910, students will identify a project idea and conduct a review of literature incorporating works from within and outside the body of OT literature. During this second course in the OTD Project sequence, students collaborate with the course instructor to identify an OTD project advisor (who must be selected from a designated list of OT Department Faculty) and a project mentor from outside the OT Department (might come from other departments or schools within the university or from the community). OTDP 9910 OTDP 9400
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OTDP 9930 - OT Doctoral Project III
2 credit hours
Students work with their project advisors and project mentors to develop a full proposal treatment for the project idea approved by their primary OTD Project advisors. OTDP 9920 OTDP 9500
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OTDP 9940 - OT Doctoral Project IV
2 credit hours
Upon completion of their OTD Project proposals, students submit and defend their proposal to their OTD Project Committee (consisting of their OT 9910 course instructor, their primary project advisor and their project mentor). Following Committee approval, students complete and submit an IRB application to the ATSU-Mesa IRB committee as appropriate. OT 9930 and OTDP 9500
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OTDP 9941 - OT Doctoral Project Proposal Completion
1 credit hour
Additional research and study required to complete and defend the OTD Project Proposal and/or obtain IRB approval. (1-4 credits; amount of credits to be determined by Project Advisor and/or Doctoral Committee).
Note: In the event a student receives an “Incomplete Pass” grade for OTDP 9940 and is required to register for OTDP 9941 for 1-4 credits, the student will be allowed to continue on into the 2nd year of the OTD Project sequence at the discretion of the student’s Project Advisor and/or Committee.
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OTDP 9950 - OT Doctoral Project V
2 credit hours
Following their successful proposal defense and IRB submission, students enter the implementation phase of their OTD Projects, identifying at the beginning of the quarter the end point they intend to achieve. Students are required to provide progress reports to and receive feedback from their Project Advisors and Mentors at least 2-3 times during the quarter. OTDP 9940
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OTDP 9960 - OT Doctoral Project VI
2 credit hours
Students continue with and complete the implementation phase of their OTD Projects. Students are required to provide progress reports to and receive feedback from their Project Advisors and Mentors at least 2-3 times during the quarter. OTDP 9950
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OTDP 9970 - OT Doctoral Project VII
2 credit hours
Students will complete their program evaluations and document their results, completing at least a full first draft of an article for future publication as per author guidelines for a peer reviewed (online or print) journal and a proposal for a conference submission. OTDP 9960 Co-requisite or pre-requisite: OTDP 9800
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OTDP 9980 - OT Doctoral Project VIII
2 credit hours
Upon completion of their coursework and all their OTD Project requirements, students formally petition to present and defend their projects to their Project Committee members and an additional outside reviewer. Upon their successful defense, they will be invited to present their projects to their peers in an online or in person conference forum.
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OTDP 9981 - OT Doctoral Project Completion
1 credit hour
Additional research and study required to complete and defend the OTD Project. (1-4 credits; amount of credits to be determined by Project Advisor and/or Doctoral Committee)
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ORTH 5000 - Research Methodology
1 credit hour
This course is the first in a sequence of four courses, the ultimate goal of which is for the student to propose, conduct, and document a research project that will make a meaningful contribution to scientific knowledge and better the health of the community consistent with the mission of the A. T. Still University. The outcome of this four-course sequence will be a publication-quality paper. In addition, students will be able to use this paper as the basis for requesting funding to carry out further research on their topic.
The Research Methodology course will inaugurate this process by providing students with a firm grounding in the process of healthcare research. This will include an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the basic types of research studies including case studies, case series, observational studies, clinical trials, and meta-analyses. Students will be required to explore topics and sources of data for their research projects.
By the end of this first course students will have developed and submitted a detailed proposal of their research project, including a research question or hypothesis, a review of the literature, and a data acquisition and analysis plan.
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ORTH 5001 - Data Analysis
1 credit hour
This course is designed to complement the Research Methodology course and will run concurrently with it. In the Methodology course, students will learn about the various types of research studies with the outcome of developing a proposal for a project. The Data Analysis course provides students with the tools to conduct and analyze this project. In a sense, Research Methodology will answer the question “what” and Data Analysis will provide the “how.”
Students will master the basics of statistical analyses as applied to the health sciences, including data presentation and summary measures, probability and probability distributions, measures of association, hypothesis testing, and modeling.
Using statistical software packages, students will gain hands-on experience in analyzing data and interpreting results. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the results of an analysis, rather than simply reporting statistical output.
By the end of this course, students will be able to specify the appropriate statistical analyses for their personal research project. They will also have the skills to be discerning consumers of scientific literature and be capable of applying data analytic skills to future research endeavors.
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ORTH 5002 - Research Writing I
.5 credit hours
In this course, the resident will examine in practical terms the elements required for the successful publication of a medical/dental journal article or clinical case review.
The ability to present information in a clear and precise manner is a prerequisite for any professional writing. Working in the context of the individual student’s research paper, emphasis will be placed on proper language usage, the principles of composition, and developing a readable style. Students will explore appropriate peer-reviewed journals, including electronic publications, to which to submit their papers for publication and the specific requirements of these journals, including reference and format styles.
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ORTH 5003 - Research Writing II
.5 credit hours
In this course, the resident will examine in practical terms the elements required for the successful publication of a medical/dental journal article or clinical case review.
By the end of this course students will have completed and submitted their research paper. In this course, students will use their research project papers as a basis of applying for funding for a future project. This project will better the health of the community consistent with the mission of the A. T. Still University.
Students will be introduced to the theory and practice of grant writing and identifying sources of funding. Using this knowledge, students will identify possible sources of funding, write grant applications tailored to the requirements of these sources, submit these applications, and follow-up as needed. Students will also learn about the history, rationale, and mechanics of institutional review boards.
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ORTH 5004 - Research
6 credit hours
This course is designed to monitor the progress made by all residents on their research project.
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ORTH 5005 - Craniofacial Growth & Development I
1 credit hour
In this course, the residents will be provided with sound scientific background of physical and craniofacial growth that will allow each resident to recognize and manage patients with both normal and abnormal growth.
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ORTH 5006 - Craniofacial Growth & Development II
1 credit hour
This course provides sound scientific background of physical and craniofacial growth that will allow each orthodontic resident to recognize and manage both normal and abnormal growth patients. Several specific syndromes will be presented with clinical relevance
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