OCCT Z322 - Children and Youth: Introduction to Medical-Based OT Practice
Description
This course was designed for occupational therapists interested in expanding their knowledge of the roles of OT in pediatric medical settings. We will guide you through the occupational therapy process of referral, evaluation, documentation, intervention planning and discharge. You will explore child and family centered care, reimbursement, and ethical considerations in practice. Best practice, learner friendly and state-of-the art instructional design supports learner and instructor communication. Frequently Asked Questions.
AOTA Classification Codes: Category 1: Domain of OT: Client Factors, Performance Skills, Performance Patterns, Context and environment; Category 2: OT Process: Evaluation, intervention, activity and occupational demands, outcomes. Category 3: Professional Issues:Legal,Legislative, Regulatory and Reimbursement Issues; Contemporary trends and issues, Supervision
Objectives
The learner will:
- Identify theories and ethical principles that guide medical-based pediatric occupational therapy services
- Recognize the impact of regulations on occupational therapy practice in outpatient and inpatient settings
- Recognize the role of interprofessional collaboration in providing quality care
- Identify pediatric conditions that limit occupational performance
- Identify assessments commonly administered to determine OT intervention and treatment goals
Testimonials
"Thank you for this amazing course. I has given me the confidence to begin to look at this area of practice." - JO, November 2015
"Thank you for the excellent course, Laura. I am very grateful that you would share your knowledge and experience with a newcomer (oldcomer!) like me. You have no idea how much it means to me to have this opportunity." - EL, November 2015
REFUND POLICY
REFUNDS are not granted if you cancel on or after the first day of opening the course. All refund requests must be made within 7 calendar days from registration. No refunds will be granted after that. Email ceele001@umn.edu.
Requirements: Participants should have basic computer skills and access to a computer
Disability Accommodations: See the Disability Resource pages for more information. Contact us at cahpinfo@umn.edu for special needs requests.
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