Examines relationships of families and other caregivers in multiple cultures in the choice and delivery of health care. Emphasizes phases of development, leadership roles, conflict resolutions, problem solving, clinical application. Applies methods of identifying and remediating a variety of personality types, roles and coping strategies. Refer to OTH329. Students complete two graded case studies and present one as a graded oral presentation in addition to the requirements of the assigned fieldwork site, weekly log and professional abilities assessment.
Students submit a graded essay comparing and contrasting fieldwork experiences to date.
Observation of at least two programs in addition to the assigned program is required. At least three months of sustained fieldwork are desirable on a full-time basis. Flexibility is permitted through the stipulation of a minimum 470 hours for each of two placements for a total of not less than 940 hours. Fieldwork experience shall be provided with various groups across the life span, persons with psychosocial and physical performance deficits, and service delivery models reflective of current practice in the profession. To ensure continuity of application of academic concepts, all fieldwork shall be finished within 24 months of completion of academic preparation.