OCT 5355C - Clinical Applications of OT in Pediatrics/Adolescence

Hours: 5

Presents the theory and rationale of competency-based assessments and interventions for physical, developmental, sensory integrative, perceptual/cognitive, and psychosocial dysfunctions as they apply to early lifespan development. Applies pediatric frames of reference to specific problems, including gross, fine and oral-motor skills; behavioral and social issues, handwriting, sensory integrative, visual, cognitive, and psychosocial problems within the framework of the multicultural family. Fieldwork Level I experiences integrate course content and clinical application. Prerequisites: HSC 5310C Clinical Neuroscience; OCT 5215C Human Movement for Occupational Performance; OCT 5225C Process of OT; OCT 5230C Conditions Impacting Occupational Performance