Occupational Therapy Assistant

OTA-106 - TRENDS IN OTA (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This course is an introduction to and investigation of a career choice in Occupational Therapy. A foundational overview of the history, philosophy, ethics, and role of occupational therapy in the health care environment is provided. The roles and functions of the occupational therapist and occupational therapy assistant in traditional and emerging practice areas, as well as the role of the AOTA will be explored. Models of care and the essentials of success in the OTA program will be discussed. Students will complete required HIPPA, Infection Control and Mandatory Reporting for child/adult training for Health Care Providers.

OTA-121 - PRINCIPLES OF OT (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 3

Lab: 2

Credit: 4

This course provides an introduction to skilled observation of identified performance areas in occupational therapy, activity analysis, goal setting, oral and written reporting skills, professional documentation formats and the use of the OT Practice Framework. Basic patient handling techniques and functional transfers will be practiced. Specific theory and philosophy with regard to physical, psychological, and developmental diagnosis will be addressed. Current issues relating to the field, the framework of occupational therapy practice and process, and intervention approaches will be examined.

OTA-131 - PEDIATRIC PRACTICE FOR THE OTA (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 3

Lab: 2

Credit: 4

This course introduces students to entry-level pediatric occupational therapy skills by examining theoretical practice frameworks for individuals ages birth through twenty-one. Focuses of this course include: typical and atypical development, physical disabilities, neurological impairments, developmental dysfunction and their effects on childhood occupation. The role of the OTA in a variety of pediatric settings will be explored. Childhood conditions, evaluation, program planning and program implementation will be discussed. Family, sociocultural and socioeconomic conditions, legal issues and support services for the pediatric population will be explored.

OTA-141 - THERAPEUTIC MEDIA IN OT (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

Credit: 3

This course addresses the knowledge and skills required to recognize the value of and link between life role occupations as applied to therapeutic interventions. Topics include the use of crafts and games, splinting, therapeutic exercises and application to various diagnoses. Activity analysis and methods of determining and selecting age appropriate and culturally meaningful activities for OT consumers will be examined. Approaches to teaching, learning, and professional communication will be explored through individual and group treatment role plays.

OTA-151 - ADULT PHYSICAL DISABILITY PRACTICE FOR THE OTA (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 3

Lab: 2

Credit: 4

This course examines occupational therapy theoretical practice frameworks in adult physical and neurological dysfunction. Common problems seen in medical and orthopedic diseases and disabilities that affect occupational performance in the adult will be addressed, and the method of treatment will be investigated. Treatment methods and activities such as splinting, exercises and physical agent modalities will be explored. Models of service delivery, motor control theories, daily living skills, work, leisure, education and social participation will be presented. Client-centered, meaningful occupation for the purposes of rehabilitation, skill maintenance and wellness, and prevention of decline in occupational performance will be emphasized.

OTA-161 - TRADITIONAL AND EMERGING PRACTICE IN OT (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 1.5

Lab: .5

Credit: 2

This course explores traditional, specialized and emerging practice areas in occupational therapy. Topics to be addressed may include: hand injuries, assistive technology, wheelchair assessment, low vision rehabilitation, lymphedema, vocational rehabilitation, work hardening and workplace assessments.

OTA-171 - PSYCHOSOCIAL PRACTICE FOR THE OTA (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 2.5

Lab: .5

Credit: 3

This course focuses on the role of the occupational therapy assistant in providing services in both medical and community-based settings. The relevance of occupation and goal-directed activity will be explained. A survey of conditions which may cause emotional, mental, and social disability will be explored. Normal and pathological conditions associated with aging will be discussed. An overview of group process, group leadership and facilitation, types of therapeutic groups and development of communication and observation skills will be included.

OTA-210 - PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN OT (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 2

Credit: 2

This course reinforces the concepts and principles of professionalism for the occupational therapy assistant in the delivery of services. Basic tenets of professional behavior, values, and ethics will be discussed. Topics addressed include: ethical and legal aspects, cultural competence, structure and function of institutions, reimbursement issues, and the roles of key professional organizations. Job seeking techniques including interview skills, and resume and letter writing will be addressed. Resources for life-long learning and professional support will be provided.

OTA-212 - FUNCTIONAL KINESIOLOGY (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

Credit: 3

This course introduces human movement within the context of occupational performance. Principles from the biological sciences will be applied to the biomechanical principles of human movement. Topics include survey of the skeletal system, articular system and muscular system. Exercise principles are explored from the perspective of the occupational therapy practitioner. Movement within the context of activities will be analyzed. Laboratory practice addresses basic biomechanics, manual muscle testing, goniometric measurement, range of motion techniques, and activities of daily living motion analysis.

OTA-220 - CLINICAL REASONING FOR OTA (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 2

Credit: 2

This course introduces the clinical reasoning process with a focus on analyzing functional status and occupational performance of a client, identifying problems and goals, and determining an appropriate plan of action. Aspects of clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice are explored.

OTA-801 - OTA LEVEL IA FIELDWORK (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 0

Clinical: 3

Credit: 1

this course introduces students to clinical practice for individuals with pediatric or developmental conditions that limit or affect engagement in occupations. As participant observers, students will integrate academic experiences with occupational therapy process in settings serving clients with a variety of developmental challenges and disability. Through interactions with clients and staff, students will develop skills in observation of occupational performance, clinical safety, therapeutic communication, clinical relationships, professional behavior, and boundary setting.

OTA-811 - OTA LEVEL 1B FIELDWORK (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 0

Clinical: 3

Credit: 1

This course introduces students to clinical practice for individuals with primary physical disabilities that limit or affect engagement in occupations. As participant observers, students will integrate academic experiences with occupational therapy process in settings serving clients with a variety of physical challenges and degrees of disability. Through interactions with clients and staff, students will develop skills in observation of occupational performance, clinical safety, therapeutic communication, clinical relationships, professional behavior, and boundary setting.

OTA-821 - OTA LEVEL 1C FIELDWORK (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 0

Clinical: 3

Credit: 1

This course introduces students to clinical practice for individuals with mental health conditions and disregulated behaviors that limit or affect engagement in occupation. As participant observers, students will integrate academic experiences with occupational therapy process in settings serving clients with a variety of psychosocial challenges and degrees of disability. Through interactions with clients and staff, students will develop skills in observation of occupational performance, clinical safety, therapeutic communication, clinical relationships, professional behavior, and boundary setting.

OTA-831 - OTA LEVEL IIA FIELDWORK (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 0

Clinical: 18

Credit: 6

This is the first of two capstone experiences which provide an opportunity for students to integrate and apply specialized occupational therapy theory, skills, and concepts to practice. Students will engage in this learning experience in a supervised clinical or community setting serving individuals with developmental, physical, or emotional challenges.

OTA-841 - OTA LEVEL IIB FIELDWORK (INDIAN HILLS CC COURSE)

Lecture: 0

Clinical: 18

Credit: 6

This is the second of two capstone experiences which provide an opportunity for students to integrate and apply specialized occupational therapy theory, skills, and concepts to practice. Students will engage in this learning experience in a supervised clinical or community setting serving individuals with developmental, physical, or emotional challenges.

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