Prevocational and work activities are demonstrated. The teaching-learning process and the use of self in the therapeutic process are emphasized. Splinting and orthotics, low technology equipment, and activity synthesis are explored. Individual teaching and learning concepts and strategies continue to be stressed. Emphasis is given to theoretical constructs and therapeutic applications based on principles of human development.
Family centered care is stressed.
Understanding of client populations is facilitated by laboratory experiences. Emphasis is on the practice of integrating activity analysis, activity synthesis, and developmental theory with the process of clinical reasoning. Exposure to clients occurs through clinical placement. Principles of medical management of selected systemic diseases in children and young adults as a basis for intervention by an occupational therapist. The fundamental facts and principles of orthopedic conditions and surgical procedures are related to occupational therapy practice.