OTMS 5200 Occupation Based Assessment and Intervention with Lab and FW-IB: Biopsychosocial Influences
This course involves the study of principles and rationale of OT psychosocial assessment, reasoning and administration of appropriate instruments to meet client needs across the lifespan. It also includes the study of psychiatric diagnoses, and relevant interventions including psychopharmacology, commonly requiring occupational therapy intervention. Relevant theories, models and frames of reference associated with psychosocial practice are discussed and applied. Appropriate interpersonal skills and group dynamic principles are introduced and applied to the assessment, treatment planning, intervention, documentation, and discharge planning processes associated with psychosocial practice. Factors that influence occupational performance including performance skills, performance patterns, context, and client factors are examined. Includes application of theory and intervention through problem-based learning and a Level I fieldwork experience is embedded within the course.
Lecture Hours
3
Lab Hours
2
Prerequisite
Admission to the MSOT Bridge Program, the following course may only be taken once all courses in the previous semester have been successfully completed with a grade of "B" or better.