Occupational Therapy Theory and Process: Children and Youth 1

Catalog description

Establishes a foundational knowledge for assessment of children and youth in various contexts including the use of subjective and objective measures. Relates etiology and development to models of practice utilized by an occupational therapy practitioner when working with children and youth. Identifies cognitive, motor and social-emotional developmental milestones of infants, early childhood, middle childhood and adolescents. Explores occupations typical of children and adolescents and the impact of disruption on child and family occupational performance and participation within various contexts. Examines and implements the occupational therapy process with children and youth in pediatric settings. Lab experiences focus on theoretical foundations and developmental principles used to guide standardized and non-standardized assessments and pediatric interventions, such as play, sensory integration, cognitive approaches, gross/fine motor skills, social skills, and executive functioning.