Leadership & Advancement in Occupational Therapy Practice

Catalog description

This course will cover information on how to provide effective occupational services: The role of the occupational therapy manager; running a business/department/program; leadership; maintain standards; use evidence; understand policy; and prepare next-generation leaders. It will foster professional development in leadership, management, and advocacy. The course prepares students for the lifelong task of professional growth as a leader. Students gain an understanding of how to carry out the role of an occupational therapy manager, start and run a private practice or business, follow professional regulations and policy, utilize evidence, acquire grant funding, and become future leaders.