Mar 28, 2024  
Course/Program Inventory 
    
Course/Program Inventory

OTAP 1520 - Theory and Tx: Psych



Credit hours: 5 4 lecture hours, 3 lab hours

Prerequisites: Successful completion of OTAP 1110; ALH 118; OTAP 1210; OTAP 1220; OTAP 1320; and OTAP 1340 or permission of instructor

Course Description:
Students will become familiar with and develop beginning competencies in the identification and treatment of psychosocial disorders that negatively impact occupational performance. Students will develop beginning skills necessary for safe and effective group leadership.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

  1. Describe basic features of theories that underlie the role of occupational therapy in mental health practice
  2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of concepts of human behavior as related to occupational performance
  3. Articulate the importance of balancing areas of occupation with the achievement of health and wellness for therapists and service recipients
  4. Appreciate individual perceptions of quality of life, well-being
  5. Plan and implement effective group interventions based on principles of group dynamics