Pediatrics in Occupational Therapy

Catalog description

This course is designed to examine growth and development and its relationship to performance in occupations during the growing years. The etiology, symptoms, medical management and prognosis of conditions that impede normal development are examined. Emphasis is placed on the occupational therapy assistant's role in the occupational therapy process with concentration on identification of goals and intervention techniques based on theory. Topics to enhance further understanding of this special population include development of observation skills, play, application of handling techniques, understanding the important role of family and caregivers, and knowledge of pediatric evaluations and assessments. Legislation addressing education, community and medical and pediatric settings are addressed as they influence the process. This course is part of the four "intervention courses."