Pediatric Occupational Performance I.

Catalog description

Semester course; 2 lecture and 4 laboratory hours. 4 credits. Prerequisites: OCCT 590 , OCCT 591 , OCCT 592 and OCCT 594 . Focuses on occupational performance of young children (infants, toddlers and preschoolers). Explores principles and theories of normal development as a baseline for identifying the impact of illness, injury or environmental factors on occupational engagement. Examines a variety of frames of reference, evaluative and intervention approaches for children and their families in medical, home, community and educational settings. Uses a holistic approach to develop a child's abilities to engage in their occupations while meeting expectations of family and environment.