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Nursing - Doctorate of Nursing Practice
  

  • DNP - 9961 Doctorate of Nursing Practice Capstone Project (2)

    Provides the nursing student with the opportunity to synthesize previous experiences in the DNP program by implementing the capstone proposal development project. Capstone projects will yield a scholarly product, which may include a manuscript publishable in a peer-reviewed journal, a grant proposal, or other similar products. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take DNP-9602 .
  

  • DNP - 9999 Directed Scholarship: Doctorate of Nursing Practice (1-2)

    Under the supervision of a graduate faculty member, students register for this course to maintain active enrollment in their graduate program while completing the requirements for their degree and must have received a grade of “CO” in a designated capstone course. Note: this course is variable (2-3) in credit hours, repeatable (not replaceable) and is P/NC option. Equivalent to DNP-999. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take DNP-9961 .

Occupational Therapy
  

  • OCCT - 2400 Computer Application: Medical Terminology for the Health Professional (1)

    This is an independent, self-paced course that is open to all students interested in gaining knowledge of medical terminology. A programmed text and computer-based instruction are utilized. This course is a prerequisite for admission to the Master of Occupational Therapy program. Note: This is an online course only. Equivalent to OCCT-400.
  

  • OCCT - 2500 Orientation to Occupational Therapy (2)

    Designed to introduce the student to the field and profession of occupational therapy, with specific emphasis on the history and philosophy of the profession, the various areas of practice and the impact of current healthcare trends. Personal characteristics and qualities, team values and concepts, and professional standards, ethics, and terminology will be discussed. Note: This is on online course only. Equivalent to OCCT-440.
  

  • OCCT - 4000 Topics in Occupational Therapy (1-3)

    Provides for review and analysis of specific topics, issues, interventions, and service approaches. Provides opportunities to interact with noted scholars and experts in occupational therapy and other health, human service, and education fields of professional practice; and to apply related knowledge and skills. Equivalent to OCCT-410.
  

  • OCCT - 6000 Special Topics in Occupational Therapy (1-5)

    This course is designed to explore specific topics in the profession of occupational therapy and related fields. The participant will be offered intensive training and educational experiences pertaining to the chosen topic. Equivalent to OCCT-710.
  

  • OCCT - 6601 Gross Anatomy I (3)

    Intensive, comprehensive study of human anatomy. Presents an overview of organ systems and considers the regional anatomy of the body in detail. Emphasizes the trunk, upper extremity, and reproduction systems; stresses the interrelationship of structure with function.
  

  • OCCT - 6602 Gross Anatomy I Laboratory (1)

    Provides detailed dissection on human cadavers that parallels the topics covered in OCCT-6601 . Corequisite course: OCCT-6601 .
  

  • OCCT - 6605 Graduate Studies in OT Seminar (1)

    Explores the graduate education practices and influences on student learning including professional, ethical, and value-based development of the graduate student.  Master of Occupational Therapy Program and university policies and expectations will be explored.   Engages students in leadership, groups, organizations in local, state and national levels. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion Offered Summer Session. Restricted to students accepted into the Master of Occupational Therapy Program.
  

  • OCCT - 6611 Gross Anatomy II (3)

    Continues the intensive, comprehensive study of human anatomy. Emphasizes the regional anatomy of the pelvis, hip, lower extremity, head, and neck. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-6601 .
  

  • OCCT - 6612 Gross Anatomy II Laboratory (1)

    Provides detailed dissection on human cadavers that parallels the topics covered in OCCT-6611 . Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-6602 .
  

  • OCCT - 6615 Functional Anatomy (4)

    Explores the relationship between structural design and functional capabilities needed for occupational performance. Topics include anatomy, biomechanical, neuromuscular, and sensory principles and effects on occupational performance as they relate to specific motor skills; an introduction of the etiology, symptoms, diagnosis, and related treatment of different orthopedic conditions across the lifespan; and influence on occupational performance skills. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Summer Session. Corequisite: OCCT - 6616 Functional Anatomy Lab (1) .
  

  • OCCT - 6616 Functional Anatomy Lab (1)

    Focuses on the practical application of Occupation-Based Anatomy course content including: identification of topical and structural landmarks, palpation, range of motion assessment, manual muscle testing, sensation testing, balance testing, and safe patient handling techniques including functional movement transitions. This course will also explore the occupational and clinical perspectives of how an understanding of anatomy informs Occupational Therapy practice. Instructional Method: Laboratory. Offered Summer session. Corequisite: OCCT - 6615 Functional Anatomy (4) .
  

  • OCCT - 6625 Applied Neuroscience for OT (3)

    Explores the structural components and function of the nervous system and how neurologic dysfunctions impact occupational performance with an emphasis on functional performance (including auditory visual, somatosensory, impulse control, memory, learning, executive functioning, and engagement in meaningful life roles). The structure and function of nervous system cells, nervous system development and plasticity, as well as the organization and function of the brain, brainstem and spinal cord are emphasized.  Topics include the etiology, symptoms, and diagnosis of neurological conditions across the lifespan and their influence on occupational performance skills. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Fall Semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-6615 .
  

  • OCCT - 6627 Neuroscience for Occupational Therapy (3)

    This course is a comprehensive study of the neurosciences, focusing on the neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of the sensory and motor systems.  The structure and function of nervous system cells, nervous system development and plasticity, as well as the organization and function of the brain, brainstem and spinal cord are emphasized.  Other topics include the neuromuscular junction, sensory-motor integration through the basal ganglia and cerebellum, ascending and descending pathways in the spinal cord, the anatomy and function of the special senses, and structural context for higher-order functions such as language and cognition. Instructional Method: Offered as a LD Lecture-Discussion during Fall term. Corequisite: OCCT - 6628 Neuroscience for Occupational Therapy Laboratory (1) .
  

  • OCCT - 6628 Neuroscience for Occupational Therapy Laboratory (1)

    This course parallels the topics covered in Neuroscience OCCT6626, with a focus on neuroanatomy.  Structural components of the central and peripheral nervous system, including meninges, blood supply, ventricles, surface of the cerebrum, brainstem, cranial nerves, basal ganglia, cerebellum, and sensory and motor pathways will be emphasized.  Laboratory studies in this course will include human brain specimen dissection. Instructional Method: Offered Face-to-Face during Fall term. Corequisite: OCCT - 6627 Neuroscience for Occupational Therapy (3)  or permission of instructor.
  

  • OCCT - 6704 Occupational Therapy Foundations (3)

    Examines the occupational therapy profession with an emphasis on the history, philosophy, theoretical perspectives, and ethical and practical considerations.  Topics include professional development, the American Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics, Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process, and how to describe occupational therapy to clients, caregivers, family, and communities. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion Offered Summer Session. Restricted to students accepted in the Master of Occupational Therapy Program.
  

  • OCCT - 6705 Professional Formation I - Dynamics of Occupational Therapy (1)

    Designed to offer an overview of the occupational therapy profession with an emphasis on the history, philosophy, theoretical perspective, and ethical and practical considerations. Students will begin the professional development process as an occupational therapy practitioner. The American Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics will be examined. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain the Process will be defined and applied throughout the course.
  

  • OCCT - 6706 Professional Formation II - OT Process (3)

    Demonstrate setting parameters necessary for determining client’s needs and evaluation throughout the occupational therapy process. Emphasis will be on concepts of client-centered care and strategies for therapeutic process and professional socialization. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied throughout the course as it pertains to individuals, groups and populations with continuation throughout all other courses. Prerequisite: Prerequisite course: Take OCCT-6705  and admission to the Master of Occupational Therapy Program or permission of instructor.
  

  • OCCT - 6730 Theories of Occupation (3)

    Examines the meaning and history of occupation. Presents a critical overview of concepts, models, and paradigms of the past, present and future effects upon occupational therapy practice. Explores the components of theory and the relationship to clinical thinking in the practice of occupational therapy. Equivalent to OCCT-720.
  

  • OCCT - 6732 Models of Practice (3)

    Examines theoretical basis of occupational therapy practice with an emphasis on specific occupational therapy models of practice. Topics include the occupational therapist perspective of human behavior, the environment, and the influence of occupation and social determinants on health; models will relate to the occupational therapy process; and the components of models and frames of reference in relation to improved occupational performance.  Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Fall Semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-6704 .
  

  • OCCT - 7000 Seminar in Occupational Therapy (1-3)

    Explores specific topics, issues, assessments/intervention approaches, and new developments in the profession of occupational therapy and related fields. Exposes the student to current and developing models of practice, scientific inquiry, assessments, and interventions in current and innovative practice areas of occupational therapy. Emphasizes the performance skills as they relate to the Occupational Therapy Framework. Equivalent to OCCT-725. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: take OCCT-6730 , OCCT-7706 .
  

  • OCCT - 7110 Conditions in OT I (3)

    Explores the etiology and symptoms of conditions commonly referred for occupational therapy services. This first course (of three) focuses on typical physiology. Pathophysiology of musculoskeletal systems is explored. Course content will address the impact of congenital and acquired conditions across the lifespan on occupational performance. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied throughout the course. Prerequisite: Prerequisite courses: Take OCCT-6705  and admission to the Master of Occupational Therapy Program or permission of instructor.
  

  • OCCT - 7116 Foundations of Pediatric Occupational Therapy Practice (3)

    Explores the identification, etiology, progression, and prognosis of congenital, developmental, medical, and psychosocial influences upon occupational performance with particular focus on the pediatric population of infants through adolescents. Topics include the exploration of the development and the impact of disability on participation including environmental factors and occupational performance; the influence of policy and legislation; and the implementation of the occupational therapy process for service delivery in various practice settings while utilizing evidence-based practice and occupation-based models and frames of references. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7140 .
  

  • OCCT - 7117 Foundations of Adult Occupational Therapy Practice (3)

    Explores the identification, etiology, progression, and prognosis of congenital, developmental, medical, and psychosocial influences upon occupational performance with particular focus on the adult population of young adults through senescence. Topics include the exploration of the development and the impact of disability on participation including environmental factors and occupational performance; the influence of policy and legislation; and the implementation of the occupational therapy process for service delivery in various practice settings while utilizing evidence-based practice and occupation-based models and frames of references. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion Offered Summer session. Prerequisite: Prerequisite:OCCT-7116 .
  

  • OCCT - 7120 Conditions in OT II (3)

    Explores the etiology and symptoms of conditions commonly referred for occupational therapy services. This second course (of three) focuses on pathophysiology of neurological, psychological and cognitive diseases and conditions. Course content will address the impact of congenital and acquired conditions across the lifespan on occupational performance. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied throughout the course. Prerequisite courses: Take OCCT-7110 . Prerequisite: Prerequisites: OCCT-7110  and admission to the Master of Occupational Therapy Program or permission of instructor.
  

  • OCCT - 7130 Conditions in Occupational Therapy Practice III (3)

    Explores the etiology and symptoms of conditions that are commonly referred for occupational therapy services.  Course content will address the impact of organic and acquired conditions across the lifespan on the domains of
    occupational performance.  The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be applied throughout the course. Third in a three-course sequence. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: Take OCCT-7120 ; Admission to MOT Program or Instructor Permission
  

  • OCCT - 7140 Ocupational Therapy Foundations II (3)

    Explores an in-depth understanding of the occupational therapy process, ethical standards, and the American Occupational Therapy Association  Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process. Topics include occupational profiles, activity analysis, occupational performance analysis, and evaluation; understanding the role of the occupational therapy practitioner in assessment/evaluation (including modifying or grading an activity, and documentation of the results); and utilizing screening, standardized and non-standardized tools to assess individual, occupational, environmental factors and ethical considerations. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-6704 .
  

  • OCCT - 7210 Occupational Therapy Level I Fieldwork A (1)

    Provides an introductory period of supervised Level I fieldwork during which the student observes and participates in the application of the Occupational Therapy Framework: Domain and Process in a behavioral health setting. Equivalent to OCCT-742. Corequisite courses: OCCT-6706 , OCCT-7740 , OCCT-7742 
  

  • OCCT - 7220 Occupational Therapy Level I Fieldwork B (1)

    Provides an introductory period of supervised fieldwork experience during which the student observes and participates in the application of the Occupational Therapy Framework: Domain and Process in a setting that serves infants/children/adolescents. Equivalent to OCCT-802. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7210 . Corequisite courses: OCCT-7810 , OCCT-7811 .
  

  • OCCT - 7230 Occupational Therapy Level I Fieldwork C (1)

    Provides an introductory period of supervised fieldwork experience during which the student observes and participates in the application of the Occupational Therapy Framework: Domain and Process in a setting that serves adults. Equivalent to OCCT-812. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7220 . Corequisite courses: OCCT-7820 , OCCT-7821 .
  

  • OCCT - 7240 Level 1A - Psychosocial Practice (1)

    Engages in Level 1A- Psychosocial Practice with an emphasis on occupational therapy practice including health promotion and well-being This course is designed to enhance student’s application and clinical reasoning skills of course material through clinical experiences. Students will follow the OT Process while addressing the psychosocial/behavioral health/social factors that affect occupational engagement and performance of children and youth, adults, or older adults. Students will observe and participate in evaluations and interventions while demonstrating development of therapeutic use of self, professional ethics, values and responsibilities. The course grade is a pass/fail. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7140 . Corequisites: OCCT-7720  and OCCT-7721 .
  

  • OCCT - 7250 Level 1B - Pediatric Practice (1)

    Engages in Level 1B - Pediatric Practice with an emphasis on occupational therapy practice including health promotion and well-being. This course is designed to enhance student’s application and clinical reasoning skills of course material through clinical experiences. Students will follow the OT Process while addressing the person and environmental factors that affect occupational engagement and performance of infants, children and adolescents. Students will observe and participate in evaluations and interventions while demonstrating development of therapeutic use of self, professional ethics, values and responsibilities. The course grade is a pass/fail. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Summer session. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7116 . Corequisites: OCCT-7805  and OCCT-7806 .
  

  • OCCT - 7260 Level 1C - Adult Practice (1)

    Engages in Level IC - Adult Practice with an emphasis on occupational therapy practice including health promotion and well-being. This course is designed to enhance student’s application and clinical reasoning skills of course material through clinical experiences. Students will follow the OT Process while addressing the person and environmental factors that affect occupational engagement and performance of adults and older adults. Students will observe and participate in evaluations and interventions while demonstrating development of therapeutic use of self, professional ethics, values and responsibilities. The course grade is a pass/fail. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7117 . Corequisites: OCCT-7815  and OCCT-7816 .
  

  • OCCT - 7400 Integrative Seminar In OT (1)

    Designed to bring students and faculty together using case study to integrate the work of the semester. This course is a synthesis course that is offered every semester and repeated three times. Prerequisite: Prerequisite courses: Take OCCT-6611  OCCT-6612  and admission to the Master of Occupational Therapy Program or permission of instructor
  

  • OCCT - 7705 Kinesiology Laboratory I (1)

    This course is designed to complement Gross Anatomy and Neuropathology by providing hands on experience with the kinesiological and biomechanical principles covered in Kinesiology I. This course includes the practice and application of joint range of motion and manual muscle testing. Equivalent to OCCT-706. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-6611  and OCCT-6612 .
  

  • OCCT - 7706 Kinesiology Laboratory II (1)

    This course is a continuation of Kinesiology I Laboratory and provides hands on experience with kinesiological and biomechanical principles. Emphasis is placed on movement performed with the pelvis and lower extremities and its application to specific joint, region and/or whole body movement. Human posture and gait patterns are explored. Biomechanical principles and rationale are applied to understand the design, fabrication and use orthotic/prosthetic devices in client intervention. Equivalent to OCCT-716. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7705  and OCCT-7715 . Corequisite course: OCCT-7716  
  

  • OCCT - 7707 Professional Formation III Ethics and Policy and Advocacy (2)

    Emphasis on health and human service ethics, policy, leadership and advocacy issues within the occupational therapy profession. Examination of the ethical and legal implications confronting the contemporary occupational therapy practitioner. Explore the elements of advocacy with strategies for taking action in influencing public and private policy affecting health and human services. The American Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics will be examined. Prerequisite: Prerequisite courses: Take OCCT-6706  .
  

  • OCCT - 7710 Movement for Occupation (3)

    Explores the relationship between biomechanics and kinesiology with an emphasis on understanding and analysis of movement during occupational performance. Topics include functional transfers, wound management, orthotics, orthotics fabrication, taping, tissue mobilization, lymphedema, myofascial release, and evaluation and documentation.  Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: OCCT-6615  and OCCT-6616 . Corerquisite: OCCT-7711 .
  

  • OCCT - 7711 Movement for Occupation Lab (1)

    Provides multi modal learning experiences and application of principles covered in the Movement for Occupation course.   Instructional Method: Laboratory. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: OCCT-6615  and OCCT-6616 . Corequisite: OCCT-7710 .
  

  • OCCT - 7715 Kinesiology I: Theory and Application for Occupational Therapy (3)

    This course applies principles of biomechanics and kinesiology to understanding and analysis of movement during occupational performance. Study includes structure and function of the skeletal, muscular and neuromuscular systems, influences on normal and pathological motion and the Impact on occupational performance. Explores specific musculoskeletal regions and how they relate to therapeutic evaluation and treatment techniques employed by occupational therapists. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-6611  and OCCT-6612 .
  

  • OCCT - 7716 Kinesiology II: Theory and Application for OT (3)

    Applied principles of biomechanics and kinesiology to understanding and analysis of movement during occupational performance. Study includes structure and function of the skeletal, muscular and neuromuscular systems, influences on normal and pathological motion and the impact on occupational performance. Explores specific musculoskeletal regions and how they relate to therapeutic evaluation and treatment techniques employed by occupational therapists. This is a continuation of OCCT-7715 . Prerequisite: Prerequisite courses: Take OCCT-7705  and OCCT-7715 .
  

  • OCCT - 7720 Psychosocial Assessment and Intervention (3)

    Provides application and syntheses of psychosocial assessment and intervention to support the participation, performance and wellbeing of the population in various settings.  Major topics include professional reasoning through integration and application of knowledge and evidence; understanding the roles of family members and other professionals; problem-solving complex cases of personal, environmental/contextual, cultural and social factors; problem identification; assessment; intervention planning and documentation.  Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7140 . Corequisite: OCCT-7721 .
  

  • OCCT - 7721 Psychosocial Assessment and Intervention Lab (1)

    Provides multi modal learning experiences and application of principles covered in the Psychosocial Assessment and Intervention course. Instructional Method: Laboratory. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7140 . Corequisite: OCCT-7720 .
  

  • OCCT - 7730 Environmental Factors Impact on Participation Across the Life Span I (1)

    Examines the concepts, theories and models of environmental factors and their influences on occupational performance.  Through observations, critical reflection, and critical thinking the student will explore the natural, built, culture, social and economic extrinsic factors that can support or impede the active engagement of individuals, populations and communities in their occupational performance.  Considers assessment of the environment, Universal Design and ergonomics.  The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be applied throughout the course. Prerequisite: Prerequisites:  OCCT 6730  and admission to the MOT Program or Permission of instructor. Restrictions: Open to MOT students only.

     

  

  • OCCT - 7732 Environmental Factors Impact on Participation Across the Life Span II (2)

    This course is the second of two courses designed to apply the concepts, theories and models on environmental factors and their influences on occupational performance.  Through observations, critical reflection, and critical thinking the student will explore the natural, built, culture, social and economic extrinsic factors that can support or impede the active engagement of individuals, populations and communities in their occupational performance.  Considers assessment measures of the environment, analysis of findings and implications for advocacy, Universal Design and ergonomics. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be applied throughout the course. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: OCCT 7730  and admission to the MOT Program or permission of instructor Restrictions: Open to MOT students only.
  

  • OCCT - 7740 Psychosocial Knowledge (3-4)

    This course reviews psychosocial disorders with specific emphasis on occupational therapy domain and process in mental health. It examines how various psychological, social, and behavioral components of psychosocial disorders affect occupational performance. It includes psychosocial aspects of the family, physical illness, and cultural perspectives of mental health. Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied in the context of mental health throughout the course. Equivalent to OCCT-740. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: take OCCT-6706  and OCCT-6730 . Corequisite courses: OCCT-7742 , OCCT-7210 .
  

  • OCCT - 7742 Psychosocial Knowledge Laboratory (1)

    This course is designed to Complement the Psychosocial Knowledge by providing hands on experience with the occupational therapy domain and process in mental health. Will include developing essential skills required of the practitioner for successful application of the occupational therapy process. Equivalent to OCCT-741. Corequisite courses: OCCT-7210 , OCCT-7740 .
  

  • OCCT - 7750 Human Development and Performance I (3)

    This course will focus on the study of normal human development from prenatal through adolescence. The physical and motor aspects of development will be stressed as well as psychological, sensory, perceptual, cognitive, and social interaction components of development. The hierarchy of developmental sequences from infancy to adolescence will be presented in the context of environment, performance and temporal integration. The students will explore the theories of human development and correlate various theoretical premises within the occupational performance areas (play, leisure and work). The course is structured to facilitate class discussion and application. Equivalent to OCCT-760. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: take OCCT-6706 , OCCT-6730 , OCCT-6626 .

     

  

  • OCCT - 7760 Human Development and Performance II (3)

    This course will focus on the study of normal human development from early adulthood through senescence and death. The physical and motor aspects of development will be stressed as well as the psychological, sensory, perceptual, cognitive, and social interaction components of development. The sequences from early adulthood through senescence and death will be presented in the context of environment, performance and temporal integration. The students will explore the theories of human development and correlate various theoretical premises within the occupational performance areas (play, leisure and work). The course is structured to facilitate class discussion and application. Equivalent to OCCT-770. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7750 , or request instructor permission.
  

  • OCCT - 7780 Models of Health (3)

    Reviews definitions of health. Contrasts the concepts of disability, impairment, illness, disease, and dysfunction with the models of health, wellness, prevention, and holism. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied throughout the course as it pertains to individuals, groups, and population. Equivalent to OCCT-830. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7760 .
  

  • OCCT - 7785 Health Promotion, Wellness, and Prevention (3)

    Examines the concepts of health as it pertains to individuals, communities, systems, organizations, and populations. Topics include concepts of social justice and barriers impacting occupational participation; concepts of disease, illness, and dysfunction within the models of health, wellness, and prevention for persons, groups, and populations; and analysis of scientific evidence on the health promoting influence of occupations.   Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7117 .
  

  • OCCT - 7790 Research Methods for Occupational Therapy (3)

    Provides the student with the fundamental research background and tools to design clinical research in occupational therapy. Students will learn how to interpret research, conduct literature searches, and determine methods of research design and data collection. An understanding of research methods and statistical designs used in clinical research will assist the learner in the development of logical thinking, critical analysis, problem-solving, and creativity. Equivalent to OCCT-780. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: take OCCT-6730 .
  

  • OCCT - 7795 Research - OT (3)

    Explores the foundation of fundamental research for occupational therapy. Topics include tools to locate and appraise evidence; designing clinical research in occupational therapy; analysis of current professional research, methodologies, and design; literature searches; methods of research design and data collection; and research methods and statistical designs used in clinical research to help develop logical thinking, critical analysis, problem solving and creativity. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offereed Spring semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7140 .
  

  • OCCT - 7805 Pediatric Assessment and Intervention (3)

    Provides application and syntheses of pediatric assessment and intervention to support the participation, performance and wellbeing of infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents in various settings.  Major topics include professional reasoning through integration and application of knowledge and evidence; understanding the roles of family members and other professionals; problem solving complex cases of person, environmental/contextual, cultural and social factors; problem identification; assessment; intervention planning and documentation. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Summer Session. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7116 . Corequisite: OCCT-7806 .
  

  • OCCT - 7806 Pediatric Assessment and Intervention Lab (1)

    Provides multi modal experiences and application of principles covered in the Pediatric Assessment and Intervention course. Instructional Method: Laboratory. Offered Summer session. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7116 . Corequisite: OCCT-7805 .
  

  • OCCT - 7810 Occupational Therapy Assessment and Intervention I (3)

    This course covers assessment/ intervention for infants and children through adolescence. Identification, etiology, progression and prognosis of congenital, developmental, medical, and psychosocial influences upon occupational performance are examined. The course covers the assessment process, including needs identification, the use of specific evaluation procedures, and documentation. Specific emphasis is placed on the role of the occupational therapist in various service delivery settings. OT Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied in the context of pediatrics throughout the course. Equivalent to OCCT-800. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7210  and OCCT-7750 . Corequisite courses: OCCT-7220 , OCCT-7811 .
  

  • OCCT - 7811 Occupational Therapy Assessment and Intervention Laboratory I (1)

    This course is designed to complement Occupational Therapy Assessment and Intervention I, through hands-on experience and the application of principles covered in OCCT-800. Equivalent to OCCT-801. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7750 . Corequisite courses: OCCT-7220 , OCCT-7810 .
  

  • OCCT - 7815 Adult Assessment and Intervention (3)

    Provides application and syntheses of adult assessment and intervention to support the participation, performance and wellbeing of adults in various settings.  Major topics include professional reasoning through integration and application of knowledge and evidence; understanding the roles of family members and other professionals; problem solving complex cases of person, environmental/contextual, cultural and social factors; problem identification; assessment; intervention planning and documentation.  Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Fall semster. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7117 . Corequisite: OCCT-7816 .
  

  • OCCT - 7816 Adult Assessment and Intervention Lab (1)

    Provides multi modal experiences and application of principles covered in the Adult Assessment and Intervention course. Instructional Method: Laboratory. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7117 . Corequisite: OCCT-7815 .
  

  • OCCT - 7820 Occupational Therapy Assessment and Intervention II (3)

    This course covers assessment/ intervention for young adults through senescence. Topics include identification, etiology, progression and prognosis of congenital, developmental, medical, and psychosocial influences upon occupational performance. The assessment process will include needs identification, the use of specific evaluation procedures, and documentation with a focus on bio-psychological and physical disability approaches. Specific emphasis is placed on the role of the occupational therapist in various service delivery settings. OT Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied in the context of adulthood throughout the course. Equivalent to OCCT-810. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7220  and OCCT-7760 . Corequisite courses: OCCT-7230 , OCCT-7821 .
  

  • OCCT - 7821 Occupational Therapy Assessment and Intervention Laboratory II (1)

    Compliments Occupational Therapy Assessment and Intervention II, through hands-on experience and the application of principles covered in OCCT810. Equivalent to OCCT-811. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7220 , OCCT-7810 , OCCT-7811 ,and OCCT-7760 .

      Corequisite courses: OCCT-7230 , OCCT-7820 .

  

  • OCCT - 7825 Aging (2)

    Examines the conditions and environmental factors that impact occupational performance with a focus on the older adult population, the well elderly, those with dementia, and end of life. Applies clinical reasoning skills to problem identification and ethical decision-making using cases with physical, psychological, cognitive and contextual factors to support aging in place, dementia care, and dealing with loss. Emphasizes the integration of the caregiver.   Major topics include the various adult practice settings; critical analysis of the older adult population through assessment and intervention approaches; documentation; and policies influencing practice. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7117 .
  

  • OCCT - 7830 Assistive Technology: Methods and Tools (3)

    Focuses on light to high technology intervention for independence in activities of daily living, communication, mobility, school/work, home modifications, and control of the environment. Emphasizes the criteria to determine goals and the necessity for assistive technology, as well as the occupational therapist’s role in assessment and intervention. Explores catalog surveys, comparison of available equipment, basic fabrication, assembly, and repair. Equivalent to OCCT-820. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: take OCCT-7750  or instructor permission.
  

  • OCCT - 7832 Assistive Technology (3)

    Examines the principles of assistive and rehabilitation technology and the environmental adaptations that improve occupational performance and participation across the lifespan. Major topics include how to appropriately select and use high and low assistive technology (relating to concerns involving vision, hearing, communication, mobility, motor, sensory, and cognition); driver rehabilitation; community access; ergonomics; telehealth; distance communication; and service delivery models. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Summer session. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7710 .
  

  • OCCT - 7833 Seminar in Physical Agent Modalities (1)

    Focuses on the use of physical agent modalities in occupational therapy practice through didactic training. These modalities are used as adjunctive methods to promote occupational performance in purposeful activities. Occupational therapy practitioners complete didactic training, including return demonstrations and an examination.  Instructional Method: Lab. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7832 .
  

  • OCCT - 7835 Methods and Tools for Promoting Performance (2)

    Focuses on methods and tools, which promote performance using occupational therapy intervention, including orthotics, prosthetics, casting, ergonomics, return to work activities, and physical and thermal agents. Emphasizes the criteria needed to assess an individual and determine when appropriate intervention is indicated. Equivalent to OCCT-860. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7830 .
  

  • OCCT - 7840 Managing Occupational Therapy Services (3)

    Introduces students to the language and practice of management, regulations, systems, and organization in occupational therapy practice. Stresses the relationship between health and human service policies and personal leadership in traditional and emerging areas of occupational therapy practice. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process, will be defined and applied throughout the course as it pertains to individuals, groups, and populations. Equivalent to OCCT-840. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7220 .
  

  • OCCT - 7845 Leadership and Management (3)

    Explores the concepts and practice of management, regulations, systems, and organization in occupational therapy practice.  Major topics include leadership, supervision styles, policy mandates, marketing, program evaluation, enhancement, development, certification, licensure issues, the importance of political involvement, and the relationship between health and human service polices and personal leadership in traditional and emerging areas of occupational therapy practice.  Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7117 .
  

  • OCCT - 8220 Research Methods for Occupational Therapy (3)

    Provides student with the fundamentals of research process to design clinical research In occupational therapy. Students will learn how to interpret research, conduct literature searches, and determine methods of qualitative and quantitative research design, data collection and data analysis. An understanding of research process will assist the learner in the development of logical thinking, critical analysis, problem solving, and creativity.
  

  • OCCT - 8310 Advanced Theories in Occupational Therapy (3)

    Examines Occupational Therapy theories, concepts, and processes through critical reflection, critical thinking, and research. Considers how these theories can be realized in academic work and in advanced specialty occupational therapy practice. Emphasizes how occupational therapy theories bring conceptual unity to critically reflective inquiry across the program. Equivalent to OCCT-790.
  

  • OCCT - 8320 Occupation Centered Practice and Process (3)

    Using critical reflection and critical thinking examines occupation as the central concept and process in current, emerging, and future practice. Emphasizes critical evaluation of how occupation is evaluated and addressed in the various contexts of health care, education, community, political, and social systems. Equivalent to OCCT-792.
  

  • OCCT - 8340 Instructional Methods in Occupational Therapy (3)

    Examines learning theories and their application, recognizing the role of the advanced practitioner in educating the public and addressing health literacy. Identifies and analyzes the advanced practitioner role as educator within the political, economic, and socio-cultural forces that enhance and inhibit our practices and programmatic goals. Equivalent to OCCT-798.
  

  • OCCT - 8345 Program Develop and Evaluation (3)

    Presents methods for development of population specific programs and evaluation of the effectiveness of these population specific programs. The course integrates several knowledge and skill areas including: research methods, epidemiology, statistics, proposal writing, budget planning, project management, program evaluation, and outcome measures.
  

  • OCCT - 8350 Leadership and Entrepreneurship in Occupational Therapy (3)

    Emphasizes personal and professional responsibilities of leadership in health and human services. The application of communication and processing skills necessary for development and communication of new and/or advanced practice initiatives. Equivalent to OCCT-796.
  

  • OCCT - 8360 Advocacy: Legal and Ethical Policy and Leadership (3)

    Examines the ethical dilemmas of leadership, the moral implication of policy making and the role of the advanced practitioner in influencing public and private policy affecting health and human services. Critiques the impact of race, gender, and class on theory, practice, and program development. Strategies for taking action in public administration and policy will be explored, as will theories related to leadership in public, private, and non-profit organizations. Equivalent to OCCT-896.
  

  • OCCT - 8370 Funding Occupational Therapy Research (3)

    Emphasizes funding and dissemination of occupational therapy research. Identifies and applies processes for obtaining funding and the responsibilities inherent in funded research and its dissemination are. Equivalent to OCCT-797.
  

  • OCCT - 8410 Qualitative Research in Occupational Therapy (3)

    Emphasizes the major approaches to conducting qualitative research and the application of qualitative design in evidence based practice. Includes method, design, technique, analyses, and application to theory building. Equivalent to OCCT-892. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-8420 .
  

  • OCCT - 8415 Advanced Research In OT (4)

    Emphasizes quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research designs and data analysis and their application in evidence based practice. Includes method, design, technique, analyses, and application to practice.
  

  • OCCT - 8420 Quantitative Research in Occupational Therapy (3)

    Emphasizes quantitative research designs and their application in evidence based practice. Includes method, design, technique, analyses, and application to theory building. Equivalent to OCCT-894. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-8330 .
  

  • OCCT - 8430 Practice and Measurement Model I (3)

    Emphasizes development of a theoretical conceptual practice and measurement model in occupational therapy. It culminates in the development of an individual practice model that includes analysis, classification and synthesis of person, environment and occupation related factors on the occupational performance of an identified population. It emphasizes understanding the dynamic interface between theory, evidence and clinical practice. Equivalent to OCCT-805. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: take OCCT-8310 , OCCT-8330 .
  

  • OCCT - 8440 Practice and Measurement Model II (2)

    This course is a continuation of Practice & Measurement Model I. The course emphasizes development of a theoretical conceptual practice and measurement model in occupational therapy. It culminates in the development of an individual practice model that includes analysis, classification and synthesis of person, environment and occupation related factors on the occupational performance of an identified population. It emphasizes understanding the dynamic interface between theory, evidence and clinical practice. Equivalent to OCCT-806. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-8430 .
  

  • OCCT - 8450 Independent Research (1-3)

    A project or program of studies designed and lead by a qualified individual or individuals who will guide the student in gathering, analyzing, interpreting, and understanding evidence regarding their area of study/research. This course may be repeated per student’s plan of study.
  

  • OCCT - 8510 Pro-Seminar I (1)

    Provide a forum for refinement of the capstone research concept. Students develop the problem statement and state the purpose of the research. They will build a review of the literature that will guide their capstone research. Students, in cooperation with the research advisor, will determine the specialty courses necessary to support their chosen area of capstone research or project development. Equivalent to OCCT-899.
  

  • OCCT - 8520 Pro-Seminar II (1-3)

    Provides a forum for review, critique, evaluation, and discussion of the research and practice of occupational therapy. Features student integration of required focused coursework, specialty concentration, research, and development of Capstone project proposal. Equivalent to OCCT-852. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-8510 .
  

  • OCCT - 8530 Pro-Seminar III (1-3)

    Provide a forum for the refinement of the Capstone research and preparation for the presentation of the defense of the Capstone research proposal. Note: May be repeated one time for a total of 6 credits. Equivalent to OCCT-899. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-8520 .
  

  • OCCT - 8900 Occupational Therapy Independent Research Study (1-8)

    Individual reading, research, and/or project in occupational therapy under the supervision of the faculty. May be repeated for up to eight hours. Equivalent to OCCT-870. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7790 .
  

  • OCCT - 8905 Independent Research Study (3)

    Focuses on the implementation of a master’s project. Self-directed activities will culminate in a formal presentation of project results. Students will present in a professional format, such as a scientific poster or manuscript for publication. Instructional Method: Supervisory. Offered Summer session. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7795 .
  

  • OCCT - 8910 Occupational Therapy Level II Fieldwork A (3-10)

    Provides an in-depth period of supervised fieldwork experience during which the student applies theoretical concepts in the practice of occupational therapy. A minimum equivalence of 12 weeks of full time fieldwork experience is mandated by the Accreditation Council of Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). Consists of a 12- to 15-week, supervised practical experience, full-time or equivalent clinical site placement. Equivalent to OCCT-865. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: take OCCT-7230 , OCCT-7820 , OCCT-7821 .
  

  • OCCT - 8920 Occupational Therapy Level II Fieldwork B (10)

    Provides an in-depth period of supervised fieldwork experience during which the student applies theoretical concepts in the practice of occupational therapy. A minimum equivalence of 12 weeks of full time fieldwork experience is mandated by the Accreditation Council of Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). Consists of a 12-to-15-week, supervised practical experience, full time or equivalent clinical site placement. Equivalent to OCCT-868. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-8910 .
  

  • OCCT - 8930 Occupational Therapy Specialty Fieldwork (5)

    Provides an in-depth period of supervised fieldwork experience during which the student applies theoretical concepts in the practice of occupational therapy focused on a particular area of specialty. This may include assistive technology, pediatrics, burns, hands, work intervention, management, or another area of choice. Consists of a six week, full-time or equivalent clinical site placement. Equivalent to OCCT-869.
  

  • OCCT - 8940 Advanced Assistive Technology (4)

    This course will take the form of a “tech camp” covering eight days with opportunities to practice installing, using, and customizing various assistive technologies, including seating and positioning, computer access, augmentative communication, environmental control, and universal design/access. Equivalent to OCCT-862. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: take OCCT-7830 .
  

  • OCCT - 8945 Professional Seminar (1)

    Applies professional development concepts for service delivery, leadership, management and entry-level practice. Major topics include liability issues in service provision; varied roles of occupational therapist providing service on contractual basis; principles of instructional design, teaching and learning; legal and ethical supervision; evaluation of systems that relate to federal and state legislation; regulations of applicable national requirements for credentialing, licensure, federal and state certification; and quality management, quality of services and direct administrative changes. Includes National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) preparation. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion. Offered Summer session. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-8950 . Corequisite: OCCT-8960 .
  

  • OCCT - 8950 Fieldwork Level II A (8)

    Applies an in-depth period of supervised fieldwork experience to facilitate application of higher-level critical reasoning skills to plan and provide occupation-based and occupation-focused services. The Accreditation Council of Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) mandates 24 weeks of Level II fieldwork experience, consisting of two 12-week supervised practical experiences with a full-time or equivalent clinical site placement. This course covers the first of two Level II Fieldwork experiences.  Instructional Method: Supervisory. Offered Spring semester. Equivalent to OCCT-8910. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-7260 .
  

  • OCCT - 8960 Fieldwork Level II B (8)

    Applies an in-depth period of supervised fieldwork experience to facilitate application of higher-level critical reasoning skills to plan and provide occupation-based and occupation-focused services. The focus of the fieldwork experience is the acquisition and application of knowledge and theoretical concepts in the practice of occupational therapy. Instructional Method: Supervisory. Offered Summer session. Equivalent to OCCT-8920. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: OCCT-8950 . Corequisite: OCCT-8945 .
  

  • OCCT - 9900 Directed Scholarship (1-2)

    Integrate theory, research, and best practice methods into an evidence based practice project in the chosen specialty concentration. This is an applied research experience designed to meet the
    objective of advancing occupational therapy practice in the region/community. May be repeated up to 6 credits. Equivalent to OCCT-992.
  

  • OCCT - 9910 Doctorate in Occupational Therapy Capstone I (1-3)

    Applies scholarship to the planning and implementation of one or more research projects based on theory and evidence. Examples of DrOT capstone projects could include manuscripts submitted for publication, a grant proposal, systemic review, research utilization project, practice topic dissemination, substantive involvement in a larger endeavor or other practice project. May be repeated up to 6 credits. Note: May be repeated. Equivalent to OCCT-999.
  

  • OCCT - 9920 Doctorate in Occupational Therapy Capstone Research Project II (1-3)

    Applied scholarship involving planning and implementation of one or more research projects based on theory and evidence. Examples of DrOT capstone projects could include manuscripts submitted for publication, a grant proposal, systematic review, research utilization project, practice topic dissemination, substantive involvement in a larger endeavor or other practice project. Note: May be repeated up to 6 credits. Equivalent to OCCT-994.

Online Teaching and Learning
  

  • ONTL - 5101 Introduction to Online Learning (2)

    Familiarizes students with the technology, communication tools, learning processes, and success strategies that are involved in taking an online course. Equivalent to ONTL-502.
  

  • ONTL - 6101 Introduction to Online Teaching (3)

    Introduces students to the learning theory, instructional concepts, online pedagogy, and common communication tools that are involved in developing and teaching online courses. Learners are provided with definitions of common terms and best practices in online education. Advantages and challenges of teaching online are identified. Instructional Method: Online Lecture
 

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