Current Issues in Practice: Adulthood and Aging

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The focus of this course is on the largest growing demographic group in this century, older adults. Students will explore a range of geriatric practice settings and service delivery models. Students will apply evidence-based theories, models, and frames of reference that shape occupational therapy evaluation for older adults. This course will address the complex physical, psychosocial, and contextual barriers to occupational performance for older adults. Students will examine primary conditions encountered, and learn how to evaluate the subsequent effects on an individual's occupational performance using a wide variety of assessment tools. Evidenced- based practice and ethical decision-making will be emphasized throughout this course.