Students will take the 17-hour block of University Core Curriculum classes prior to enrolling in the Program.
After acceptance in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program, students will complete the 42-credit hour didactic component and the 6-credit hour clinical component. In addition to classroom and laboratory hours, this degree includes 16 40-hour weeks of integrated practicum experiences.
Full-time students can complete the Associate of Science Degree with a major in Occupational Therapy Assistant in five semesters and one summer.
Graduates of the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program are encouraged to continue their studies for a Bachelors of Science degree in Health Services All Technical Fieldwork (6 credit hours) must be completed within 18 months of completion of the academic portion of study.
Visit the OTA academic page and click the "Course List" tab for the list of Fall/Spring Pre-OTA Prerequisite Courses.
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | Spring | Summer |
| OTA 213 - Pathophysiology and Conditions l (3 credit hours) | OTA 214 - Pathophysiology and Conditions ll (3 credit hours) | OTA 298 - Practicum Seminar B (2 credit hours) |
| OTA 221 - Technical Communication (3 credit hours) | OTA 242 - Occupational Performance Components ll (5 credit hours) | OTA 344 - Occupational Performance Areas ll (4 credit hours) |
| OTA 231 - Therapeutic Media (3 credit hours) | OTA 297 - Practicum Seminar A (2 credit hours) | OTA 345 - Occupational Performance in Pediatrics (3 credit hours) |
| OTA 232 - Media and Modalities (2 credit hours) | OTA 343 - Occupational Performance Areas (5 credit hours) | OTA 372 - Management for Occupational Therapy Assistants (3 credit hours) |
| OTA 241 - Occupational Performance Components l (4 credit hours) | ||
| Third Year |
| Fall |
| OTA 397 - Technical Fieldwork A (3 credit hours) |
| OTA 398 - Technical Fieldwork B (3 credit hours) |
| All Technical Fieldwork (OTA 397 and OTA 398) must be completed within 18 months of completion of the academic portion of study.听 |
In听addition to the departmental degree requirements, undergraduate students must complete the听University Core 39. Our core provides the foundation for all baccalaureate degrees at the 缅北强奸. A university education prepares individuals to live wisely in a diverse and global community by helping students acquire both discipline-specific competence and broader knowledge and skills that reach across disciplines.
View the classes听included in Core 39 or talk to your advisor for more information.
At the 缅北强奸, we understand the importance of versatility and expertise in the healthcare field. Our innovative program allows you to pursue an Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) simultaneously with a Bachelor of Science in Community and Public Health. This combination gives you a competitive edge in the job market and opens up a world of career opportunities.
OTA 213 Pathophysiology and Conditions I (3)
This course provides an overview of the etiology, clinical course, management, and prognosis of congenital and developmental disabilities, acute and chronic disease processes, and traumatic injuries; and examines the effects of such conditions on functional performance throughout the lifespan as well as explores the effects of wellness on the individual, family, culture, and society.听Prereq:听Admission to the OTA program. F
OTA 214 Pathophysiology and Conditions II (3)
Providing a focus in the areas of neurology and orthopedics, this course continues the overview of the etiology, clinical course, management, and prognosis of congenital and developmental disabilities, acute and chronic disease processes, and traumatic injuries by examining the effects of such conditions on functional performance throughout the lifespan and by exploring the effects of wellness on the individual, family, culture and society.听Prereq:听OTA 213. Sp
OTA 221 Technical Communication (3)
The emphasis of this course is the development of skills in the areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. These skills include: interviewing; self, dyadic, and group interaction; documentation to ensure accountability and reimbursement of services; critical reading of research; public speaking; and participation in meetings. This course introduces the student to medical terminology used in many of the treatment settings. Prereq: Admission to the OTA program. F
OTA 231 Therapeutic Media (3)
This course includes a multicultural perspective to emphasize the analysis of activities, the performance and teaching of selected tasks and activities, and the grading and adapting of purposeful activity for therapeutic intervention. 听 Pre-requisites:听 Admission to OTA program.听F, Sp
OTA 232 Media and Modalities (2)
The student will be introduced to theory and clinical competencies needed to become proficient in basic splint fabrication skills and medical conditions associated with each type of splint constructed. The course will also explore the use of assistive devices, adaptive equipment, and an overview of prosthetics, orthotics, and the use of physical agent modalities in treatment. Prereq: Admission to the OTA program.
OTA 241 Occupational Performance Components I (4)
This course examines the occupational therapy process with an emphasis on optimal occupational performance which enhances lifespan role functioning across occupational performance contexts. This course examines the interplay of performance areas and concomitant performance components with a focus on psychosocial skills. Prereq: Admission to the OTA program. F
OTA 242 Occupational Performance Components II (5)
This course examines the occupational therapy process with an emphasis on optimal occupational performance which enhances lifespan role functioning across occupational performance contexts. This course examines the interplay of performance areas and concomitant performance components with a focus on sensorimotor and cognitive skills.听Prereq: OTA 241. Sp
OTA 297 Practicum Seminar (2)
Along with a 40 clock hour Level I practicum experience, this first practicum course provides students opportunities to discuss fieldwork matters and integrate fieldwork with occupational therapy process and practice issues.听Prereq: Admission to the OTA program. F, Sp, Su
OTA 298 Practicum Seminar (2)
Along with a 40 clock hour Level I practicum experience, this second practicum course provides students additional opportunities to discuss fieldwork matters and integrate fieldwork with occupational therapy process and practice issues.听Prereq: OTA 297. F, Sp, Su
OTA 343 Occupational Performance Areas I (5)
This course examines the occupational therapy process with an emphasis on optimal occupational performance which enhances lifespan role functioning across occupational performance contexts. This course examines the interplay of performance components and their effects on subsequent performance areas, particularly activities of daily living and play or leisure.听Prereq: OTA 241. Sp
OTA 344 Occupational Performance Areas II (4)
This course examines the occupational therapy process with an emphasis on optimal occupational performance which enhances lifespan role functioning across occupational performance contexts. This course examines the interplay of performance components and their effects on subsequent performance areas, particularly work and productive activities.听Prereq: OTA 343. Su
OTA 345 Occupational Performance in Pediatrics (3)
The emphasis of this course is the development of skills in use for the pediatric population including the evaluation and treatment planning using developmental cognitive, motor, and psychosocial theories. The use of experiential learning techniques will reinforce presented concepts.听Su
OTA 350 Independent Study (1-12)
This elective course may be customized for the special interest of the student. Students may complete this independent study by participating in faculty approved supervised service delivery, research projects under the direction of faculty, or another faculty approved project.听 Prereq: Admission to the OTA program. F, Sp, Su
OTA 372 Management for Occupational Therapy Assistants (3)
General management principles such as planning, organizing, staffing, coordinating/directing, controlling, budgeting, marketing, strategic planning are applied to the management of activities service. There is an emphasis on the development of supervisory skills for occupational therapy students, certified occupational therapy assistants, and other personnel.听Su
OTA 397 Technical Fieldwork A (3)
While working with persons having various levels of psychosocial, sensorimotor, and cognitive performance components, students have opportunities for synthesis, the integration and application of knowledge gained throughout their educational experiences which include general education/liberal arts courses as well as the sequence of occupational therapy coursework. Students will examine the interplay among occupational performance areas, components, and contexts; develop and expand a repertoire of occupational therapy treatment interventions; and employ clinical reasoning and reflective practice skills. Fieldwork A, a Level II internship of at least 8 full-time work听weeks in duration, must vary from Fieldwork B to reflect a difference in ages across the lifespan of persons requiring occupational therapy services, in the setting with regard to chronicity (long term versus short term), and in facility type (institutional versus community based).听Level I fieldwork shall not be substituted for any part of Level II fieldwork.听Prereq: Completion of OTA 297 and 298. F, Sp, Su
OTA 398 Technical Fieldwork B (3)
While working with persons having various levels of psychosocial, sensorimotor, and cognitive performance components, students have opportunities for synthesis, the integration and application of knowledge gained throughout their educational experiences which include general education/liberal arts courses as well as the sequence of occupational therapy coursework. Students will examine the interplay among occupational performance areas, components, and contexts, develop and expand a repertoire of occupational therapy treatment interventions, and employ clinical reasoning and reflective practice skills. Fieldwork B, a Level II internship of at least 8 full-time work weeks in duration, must vary from Fieldwork A to reflect a difference in ages across the lifespan of persons requiring occupational therapy services, in the setting with regard to chronicity (long term versus short term), and in facility type (institutional versus community based).听Level I fieldwork shall not be substituted for any part of Level II fieldwork.听Prereq: Completion of OTA 397. F, Sp, Su
