Legislative, regulatory and payment issues in OT program development and implementation are included. Students will explore areas of research interest with guidance from potential major advisors. Continuation of analysis of occupational therapy research after selecting an advisor to develop a scholarly research proposal. Student will decide between thesis and scholarly project option by conclusion of course. Student will obtain official approval of project by major advisor and institutional review board approval for human subjects.
Student begins data collection.
Course includes completion of data collection, analysis of results, submission and approval of final project in journal article format. Encompasses official approval of thesis committee, finalizing and defining research proposal, and Institutional Review Board approval. Student will collect data or pilot study as necessary. Introduces professional behaviors and attitudes of the occupational therapy profession. Continuation of Fieldwork Seminar I with special emphasis on increasing observation and communication skills.