OCTH 7451 Pediatric Practice 1: Clinical Context

Students will engage in advanced, clinically based approaches to occupational therapy practice for children from birth through the transition to adulthood. The course emphasizes the comprehensive integration of knowledge of theoretical frameworks, advanced clinical reasoning, diverse practice settings, research evidence, and professional leadership in the development and implementation of interventions for conditions and disorders encountered in pediatric occupational therapy. Students will participate in a living lab experience, working with community clients to apply their skills in a realistic, supervised environment. Students will complete pediatric evaluations, treatment plans, and discharge summaries which incorporate the evidence for practice. They will engage and participate in a simulated care conference for pediatric patients to enhance their interdisciplinary communication and collaboration skills. Students will demonstrate knowledge of pediatric theories and clinical reasoning through skill competencies and labs.

Credits

4

Distribution

Occupational Therapy