Level IIa Fieldwork

Catalog description

Level IIa Fieldwork is a 12-week, full-time placement in a setting that allows for experiential learning under the direction of a licensed occupational therapist. Students develop entry-level competence by working directly with clients who receive occupational therapy. The student contributes to the evaluation process, planning and implementing treatment programs, communicating effectively, and developing professional relationships. Students work under the supervision of an OT/L who meets criteria as a fieldwork educator as defined by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). The academic fieldwork coordinator selects the practice environments in collaboration with community partners and students. While Level IIa and Level IIb Fieldwork experiences are sequential, they both offer students entry-level exposure to a different area of occupational therapy practice. Opportunities to engage in an emerging practice environment may be offered for either of the Level II Fieldwork courses. May be repeated up to 14 credits. Pass-No Credit (P/NC) grading only.