Occupational Therapy (OCT) at Northern Virginia Community College


         
 
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OCT 100 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy
Introduces the concepts of occupational therapy as a means of directing a person's participation in tasks selected to develop, maintain or restore skills in daily living. Examines the role of the assistant for each function of occupational therapy, and for various practice settings in relationship to various members of the health care team.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
OCT 190 - Coordinated Internship
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college.
Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits
OCT 195 - Topics In
Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.
May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits
OCT 199 - Supervised Study
Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor.
May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits
OCT 201 - Occupational Therapy With Psychosocial Dysfunction
Focuses on the theory and application of occupational therapy in the evaluation and treatment of psychosocial dysfunction. Includes a survey of conditions which cause emotional, mental and social disability, as well as the role of the occupational therapy assistant in the assessment, planning and implementation of treatment programs.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
OCT 202 - Occupational Therapy With Physical Disabilities
Focuses on the theory and application of occupational therapy in the evaluation and treatment of physical dysfunction. Includes a survey of conditions which cause physical disability as well as the role of the occupational therapy assistant in assessment, planning and implementation of treatment programs.
Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits
OCT 203 - Occupational Therapy with Developmental Disabilities
Focuses on the theory and application of occupational therapy in the evaluation and treatment of developmental dysfunction. Includes a survey of conditions which cause developmental disability across the life span, with particular emphasis on children and the elderly. Investigates the role of the occupational therapist in assessment, planning and implementation of treatment programs.
Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits
OCT 205 - Therapeutic Media
Develops proficiency in various crafts used as treatment modalities in occupational therapy. Emphasizes how to analyze, adapt and teach selected activities as well as how to equip and maintain a safe working environment.
Lecture 1-2 hours. Laboratory 2-3 hours. Total 3-5 hours per
2-3 credits
OCT 206 - Dyadic and Group Dynamics
Provides theory and activity to develop positive interpersonal relationships and effective communication ability. Includes non-verbal communication, listening, observation, interviewing and documentation. Covers group process and its application to occupational therapy, including types of therapeutic groups, group membership roles, leadership skills and forces which affect group function and decision making.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
OCT 207 - Therapeutic Skills
Presents techniques used in the treatment of a variety of conditions frequently seen across the life span. Emphasizes the activities of self-care, work, and leisure as they relate to the development/resumption of normal social role functioning.
Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
3-4 credits
OCT 208 - Occupational Therapy Service Management
Presents principles and techniques of management appropriate to the occupational therapy assistant. Includes roles and functions of the supervisor and the supervisee, scheduling, billing, quality improvement. Issues relevant to professional practice and patient care will be discussed with similarities and differences between various facilities highlighted.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
OCT 210 - Assistive Technology in Occupational Therapy
Explores the assistive technologies available for persons with physical, sensory and cognitive disabilities. Provides instruction in the process of assessment, selection adaptation and training of assistive technology to persons with disability. Presents information on funding and maintenance of devices. Exposes students to technology in clinical practice and equipment companies.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite: OCT 202, OCT 203.
2 credits
OCT 220 - Occupational Therapy for the Adult
Reviews normal changes related to aging and factors contributing to dysfunction. Analyzes intervention strategies for common problems, including wellness programs and home modifications. Reviews relevant legislation, continuum of care and caregiver issues.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
2 credits
OCT 225 - Neurological Concepts for Occupational Therapy Assistants
Focuses on the workings of the human nervous system from the cellular level to the systems level with an emphasis on normal neurological function, the impact of neurological dysfunction, and how to use neurological rehabilitation techniques to facilitate the rehabilitation process across the lifespan.
Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits
OCT 290 - Coordinated Internship
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college.
Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits
OCT 295 - Topics In
Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.
May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits