Occupational Perspective on Health

Catalog description

This course develops students’ knowledge of population health and social determinants of health. It situates occupational therapy in global perspectives on health through the International Classification of Function (ICF) and explores the role of occupation in health. Students learn to analyze the epidemiological factors that contribute to public health and well-being of populations on a local and global scale. The course emphasizes health disparities and the effects of the sociopolitical climate on health. Additionally, students explore the role of occupation and participation in individual and population health. The course examines the significant role played by diversity of the human experience and various socioeconomic and cultural factors to expand students’ abilities to meet the needs of individuals, groups and populations. It moves from the perspective of the community, to the country, to the world.