Pediatrics I: Young Children/Early Intervention

Catalog description

This course emphasizes the application of selected models of practice and strategies for occupational therapy practice with young children (birth to 5 years of age) who have deficits in occupational performance related to developmental, neuromotor, psychosocial, or medical challenges. Therapeutic approaches and clinical skills for working with children and families within the home, community, and clinical settings are emphasized. Practice settings for early intervention and family centered pediatric practice are discussed. Prerequisites OTHEG 502 Childhood Occupations