Theory and Practice of Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics I

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Pre -requisites: TEOC 6002, TEOC 6006, TEOC 6007, TEOC 6501 This is the first of a two courses focused on occupational therapy with pediatric populations. Students will acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes expected from an entry level professional. Foundations of occupational therapy for infant, children, y outh, and their families under a client centered approach, and application of evidence -based practice principles and clinical reasoning skills are emphasized. Legislation, reimbursement sources, documentation, role of the occupational therapy practitioners , and contexts of service delivery are also studied. The course will emphasize a family centered approach; understanding of the infant development as a foundation for the continuous refinement of motor, cognitive and social skills; the development of evalu ation, and clinical observation skills; applications of the motor skills acquisition frame of reference; and the role of occupational therapy with children with handwriting difficulties. The course includes laboratory experiences.