Occupational Therapy Courses

OTD 685 - Introduction to Occupational Science (3 hours)
This course examines the relationship between environment, occupations, and context on occupational performance. Students will be able to define key concepts and theoretical models influencing occupational engagement across the lifespan. Prerequisite: Admission to DrOT Program

OTD 690 - Introduction to Interprofessional Education (3 hours)
This course overviews fundamentals of interprofessional education in various settings. Students develop communication strategies for effective interprofessional collaboration. Cultural influences and team dynamics are also examined in this course. Prerequisite: Admission to DrOT Program

OTD 695 - Assessment and Evaluation (3 hours)
This course addresses the occupational therapy evaluation selection process for evidence-based assessment. Students analyze standardized and non-standardized assessment based on psychometrics and testing procedures. Students refine documentation to effectively convey skilled services through assessment data analysis. Prerequisite: Admission to DrOT Program

OTD 701 - Occupational Therapy Foundations of Practice (3 hours)
This course offers the historical and philosophical perspectives of occupational therapy. Students learn theories and frameworks for individual, group and societal demands. Students gain an introductory knowledge of occupational therapy guiding principles that influence trends in practice and identify the connections between theory and practice. Prerequisite: Admission into the OTD Program.

OTD 703 - Occupational Engagement Principles (3 hours)
In this course, students are introduced to the meaning of occupation and use in current practice areas based on healthcare trends identified by American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). Students also learn guiding principles of activity analysis in addition to the domain and process of practice. Students develop skills to select purposeful activities based on occupational performance. Prerequisite: Admission to the OTD Program

OTD 705 - Clinical Inquiry for Occupational Therapy Evidence Based Practice (3 hours)
This course introduces a basic understanding of research, defining practice-based questions and understanding the evidence as it relates to practice. Students will develop skills in identifying research questions, use of search engine databases and other resources to critically analyze literature. The course will focus on creating a deeper understanding of evidence and its impact on occupational therapy practice. Prerequisite: Admission to OTD program

OTD 706 - Social Determinants of Health and Wellness (3 hours)
In this course, students explore the history of policy influence on disability, health service delivery, and social service delivery. Students examine the impact cultural assumptions and differences have on health and wellness promotion. Students analyze the effects of social determinants of health and wellness using evidence-based approaches to effectively communicate the role of occupational therapy. Prerequisite: OTD 701, OTD 703, OTD 705

OTD 707 - Occupational Engagement for Cognitive Perceptual Conditions (3 hours)
In this course, students develop the foundational skills to assess and treat cognition and visual perception disorders using standardized and non-standardized assessment. Students will also explore evidence-based intervention strategies to facilitate occupational engagement considering client factors, context and environment, and performance skills. Prerequisite: OTD 701, OTD 703, OTD 705

OTD 708 - Research Methods (0-3 hours)
In this course, common quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research methodologies seen in occupational therapy practice will be presented. Students will develop Institutional Review Board (IRB) proposals and study designs. Students develop skills in participant selection, data collection tools, application, and interpretation of necessary statistics through the study design. Students also learn to report study outcomes and findings. Prerequisite: OTD 701, OTD 703, OTD 705

OTD 709 - Occupational Therapy Evaluation and Assessment (3 hours)
This course addresses the occupational therapy evaluation process using various forms of assessment. Students develop a foundation of observation, standardized and non-standardized assessment, assessment psychometric, and testing procedures. Ability to analyze assessment data and write a cogent evaluation report will be covered. Prerequisite: OTD 701, OTD 703, OTD 705

OTD 711 - Occupational Therapy Ethics and Advocacy (3 hours)
This course focuses on application of the AOTA Code of Ethics. Students will identify and analyze ethical dilemmas in practice and research settings and discuss the legal implications on the ethical dilemmas. Students will also be able to discuss the importance of advocacy skills to promote the profession. Students develop awareness of various diversity factors that impede access to health services for individuals, populations, and societies. Students will gain knowledge in multiple methods of advocacy including information systems, health and public policy, political activism, professional networks, and social change initiatives. Prerequisite: OTD 701, OTD 703, OTD 705

OTD 713 - Pathophysiology and Occupational Engagement (3 hours)
In this course, students examine common pathophysiological conditions encountered in occupational therapy practice. Students identify functional implications of pathophysiological conditions on occupational performance. Conditions covered in this course include cardiac, pulmonary, infectious disease, sensory systems, and other categories of conditions. Students will also have an overview of lab tests and pharmacology that impacts developing a plan of care. Prerequisite: OTD 701, OTD 703, OTD 705

OTD 715 - Occupational Engagement for the Orthopedic Population (5 hours)
In this course, students explore orthopedic conditions and the impact on occupational engagement. Students will apply assessments and evidence-based interventions using various frames of reference. Course content will include an introduction to biophysical agent modalities, fabrication and application of orthotics and prosthetics. Students will learn methods for improving functional performance of clients with orthopedic diagnoses through the use of restoration, compensation, and adaptive techniques. Prerequisite: OTD 701, OTD 703, OTD 705, OTD 707, OTD 709, OTD 711, OTD 713

OTD 717 - Occupational Engagement for the Mental Health Population (5 hours)
In this course, students explore mental health conditions and the impact on occupational engagement. This course discusses common mental health conditions, assessments and evidence-based interventions related to psychosocial deficits using social and psychological theories and frameworks. Group dynamics will be explored across the lifespan. Prerequisite: OTD 701, OTD 703, OTD 705, OTD 707, OTD 709, OTD 711, OTD 713

OTD 719 - Occupational Engagement for the Neurologic Population (5 hours)
In this course, students explore neurologic conditions and the impact on occupational engagement. Students will apply assessments and evidence-based interventions using various frames of reference. Students will learn to address motor skills, sensory-perceptual, emotional regulation, cognitive, dysphagia, communication and social skills. This course focuses on improving functional performance of clients with neurologic diagnoses through the use of restoration, compensation, and adaptive techniques. Prerequisite: OTD 701, OTD 703, OTD 705, OTD 707, OTD 709, OTD 711, OTD 713

OTD 721 - Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Level 1a (3 hours)
Fieldwork seminar focuses on guided learning experiences in various health care and/or community settings. Students directly observe and interact with clients engaging in occupations. Students will apply therapeutic use of self and group dynamics to the populations observed. The learning experience is enhanced by psychosocial practice specific assignments. Students must complete the required hours in the designated setting. Seminar portion of the class allows students to share their experiences and begin to apply professional reasoning. Prerequisite: OTD 701, OTD 703, OTD 705, OTD 707, OTD 709, OTD 711, OTD 713

OTD 723 - Occupational Therapy Practice Trends (3 hours)
In this course, the traditional, non-traditional, and emerging practice settings are explored. Students will learn how practice is influenced by various stakeholders in each setting. Practice settings discussed include inpatient, outpatient, skilled nursing, home health, palliative/hospice, community-based, and emerging practice areas as established by AOTA. Students will learn to provide client-centered occupational therapy services across a wide variety of settings. Prerequisite: OTD 715, OTD 717, OTD 719, OTD 721

OTD 725 - Capstone Exploration (2 hours)
In this course, students focus is on discovering advanced practice areas of individual professional interest under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Students appraise the literature and explore resources needed to develop a successful capstone project. Students are introduced to project management and networking to develop the design of an individual capstone project. Prerequisite: OTD 715, OTD 717, OTD 719, OTD 721

OTD 727 - OT Research Implementation (3 hours)
Students participate in the development and implementation of a research study under the direct supervision of a faculty member. This course focuses on the research process from data collection strategies to reporting outcomes in a scholarly manner. Students disseminate the information to contribute to the body of occupational therapy knowledge. Prerequisite: OTD 715, OTD 717, OTD 719, OTD 721

OTD 729 - Occupational Engagement for Children and Youth (5 hours)
This course focuses on the use of a variety of theoretical frameworks, evaluation tools and intervention strategies to improve occupational performance in the pediatric population. Students apply neurophysiological principles and various strategies to positively impact clients from infant through adolescent stages. Students learn to provide client-centered occupational therapy services across the continuum of care related to the pediatric population. Prerequisite: OTD 715, OTD 717, OTD 719, OTD 721, OTD 723, OTD 725, OTD 727

OTD 731 - Leadership and Management in Rehab (3 hours)
In this course, leadership and management strategies are applied through program development. Students explore concepts in budgeting, marketing, and entrepreneurship. Students gain knowledge in outcomes assessment, case management, quality assurance and personnel management. Prerequisite: OTD 715, OTD 717, OTD 719, OTD 721, OTD 723, OTD 725, OTD 727

OTD 733 - Educational Principles in Rehab (3 hours)
In this course, learning theories and pedagogy in clinical and academic practice are explored. Students will identify strategies to be effective in educational pursuits in a multitude of practice settings. Students are introduced to basic principles for curriculum design and development. Educational method for education of clients, caregivers, and interprofessional colleagues will be explored. Prerequisite: OTD 715, OTD 717, OTD 719, OTD 721, OTD 723, OTD 725, OTD 727

OTD 735 - Occupational Engagement for Assistive Technology (5 hours)
This course focuses on assessment and evidence-based interventions to address the challenges related to assistive technology. Students learn to provide client-centered occupational therapy services to individuals throughout the lifespan and across the continuum of care. Assistive technology in the context of environment and occupation using technology to enhance occupational performance at home, work, school, and the community is explored. Assistive and adaptive technology, ergonomics, community mobility, driving, and use of universal design are utilized to meet individual and population needs. Prerequisite: OTD 715, OTD 717, OTD 719, OTD 721, OTD 723, OTD 725, OTD 727

OTD 737 - Occupational Engagement for Productive Aging (5 hours)
This course focuses on assessment and evidence-based interventions to address the challenges related to productive aging. Students learn to provide client-centered occupational therapy services to the older adult population across the continuum of care. Aging in place and older adult community mobility are addressed. Students compare typical versus atypical aging and the effects on occupational performance. Prerequisite: OTD 729, OTD 731, OTD 733, OTD 735

OTD 739 - OT Fieldwork Level 1b (3 hours)
Fieldwork seminar focuses on guided learning experiences in various health care and/or community settings. Students directly observe and interact with clients engaging in occupations. Students will apply therapeutic use of self and group dynamics to the populations observed. The learning experience is enhanced by physical disability related assignments. Students must complete the required hours in the designated setting. Seminar portion of the class allows students to share their experiences and begin to apply professional reasoning. Prerequisite: OTD 729, OTD 731, OTD 733, OTD 735

OTD 741 - Advanced Occupational Therapy Clinical Reasoning (3 hours)
In this course, students integrate knowledge gained from practice and research courses to design and implement reflective intervention plans for complex cases. Students discuss the nature of clinical and professional reasoning, types of reasoning, and application to practice. Theories related to assessment and intervention will be revisited to challenge students thought processes and elevate skills for a complex practice environment, including billing and reimbursement systems. Case studies and other real-life experiences will be used to promote the reflective processes involved in clinical and professional reasoning.

OTD 743 - Capstone Development (2 hours)
In this course, students design individual capstone projects with faculty mentor consultation. The culminating evidence-based project relates to synthesis and application of advanced knowledge and approaches. The projects will focus on at least one of the following: clinical practice skills, education, research skills, administration, leadership, program and policy development, advocacy, and/or theory development. Projects will also demonstrate knowledge translation concepts by applying evidence to practice. Students will learn the process for obtaining funding opportunities and application of project management principles. Prerequisite: OTD 729, OTD 731, OTD 733, OTD 735

OTD 745 - Occupational Therapy Clinical Competency (2 hours)
In this course, students demonstrate various skills, assessments, and interventions through simulations to assess competency prior to participating in level 2 fieldwork experiences. This course focuses on safe client handling techniques and plan of care development skills in a simulated work environment. Prerequisite: OTD 729, OTD 731, OTD 733, OTD 735

OTD 747 - Fieldwork Level 2a (6 hours)
A 12-week, full-time clinical placement in a hospital, clinic or community-based setting providing the student with experience in designated areas of occupational therapy, under the direct supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. Students will participate in discussion boards on the University LMS at various points during the experience. Prerequisite: OTD 737, OTD 739, OTD 741, OTD 743, OTD 745

OTD 749 - Fieldwork Level 2b (6 hours)
A 12-week, full-time clinical placement in a hospital, clinic or community-based setting providing the student with experience in designated areas of occupational therapy, under the direct supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. Students will participate in discussion board on the University LMS at various points during the experience. Prerequisite: OTD 737, OTD 739, OTD 741, OTD 743, OTD 745

OTD 751 - Capstone Implementation (7 hours)
In this course, students continue building on the work in previous capstone courses that results in the execution and evaluation of the designed project. Project details, including time and duration, requirements for the project are determined by the ACOTE section D standards. The project is defined by written objectives and assessment measures approved by the faculty advisor and the Doctoral Capstone Coordinator. Prerequisite: OTD 747, OTD 749

OTD 753 - Licensure Preparation (1 hour)
This online course prepares students for practice through an understanding of licensure and certification requirements in a variety of states and in the US. Prerequisite: OTD 747, OTD 749

OTD 801 - Professional Engagement in OT (3 hours)
The focus of this course is to assist practicing occupational therapists in defining their personal career goals and creating a plan to achieve those goals. Students will refine self-reflection skills and leverage various resources for advancement. Students will explore concepts related to emotional intelligence and career mapping to develop the career plan. Prerequisite: Admission to the DrOT Program

OTD 803 - Evidence-based Clinical Inquiry in OT (3 hours)
This course introduces evidence-based practice methods with skill development through developing practice-based questions, use of search engine databases and other resources. Students are introduced to appraising the quality of evidence. A deeper understanding of evidence and its impact on occupational therapy practice is a primary focus. Prerequisite: OTD 801

OTD 811 - Research Methodology- Quantitative Methods (3 hours)
This course overviews common quantitative research methodologies seen in occupational therapy research. Students learn selection, application, and interpretation of basic correlational and inferential statistics through the design of quantitative studies and data collection tools. Students design quantitative studies and data collection tools while learning to analyze and disseminate study outcomes. Students learn to develop IRB proposals and study designs for quantitative studies. Prerequisite: OTD 803

OTD 813 - Research Methodology- Qualitative Methods (3 hours)
This course overviews the common qualitative and mixed method research methodologies seen in occupational therapy research. Students design qualitative studies and data collection tools while learning to analyze and disseminate study outcomes. Students learn to develop IRB proposals and study designs for qualitative and mixed method research. Prerequisite: OTD 803

OTD 821 - Practice and Research Ethics (3 hours)
This course provides an overview of the ethical and legal considerations of conducting research and practice. Students will identify and problem-solve ethical dilemmas in a variety of practice settings and assess legal implications to practice based on the ethical dilemmas. Students apply knowledge related to research ethics based on CITI training. Prerequisite: OTD 801

OTD 823 - Educational Principles in OT (3 hours)
This course engages students in examining educational principles in everyday practice. Students will deepen the knowledge of various educational pedagogies and learning styles to be effective in educational pursuits in a multitude of practice settings. Students learn how various teaching strategies are informed by pedagogy and learning styles. Basic principles for curriculum design and development will be introduced. Prerequisite: OTD 801

OTD 831 - OT Professional Advocacy (3 hours)
This course addresses cultural competency and advocacy skills in order to facilitate occupational therapy services for underserved populations. Students develop awareness of diversity factors and social determinants of health that impede access to health services for individuals, populations, and societies. Students will gain knowledge in multiple methods of advocacy including grant writing, information systems, health and public policy, political activism, professional networks, and social change initiatives. Prerequisite: OTD 801

OTD 833 - Advanced Practice Trends in OT (3 hours)
In this course, students develop the skills to identify emerging practice areas based on current healthcare trends identified by American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) emerging practice areas and niches. To advance the profession, students gain skills in assessing needs and developing action plans for occupational therapy services in various settings. Students learn a systematic approach to addressing population and societal needs through expanding occupational therapy practice. Prerequisite: OTD 801

OTD 841 - Management Strategies in OT (3 hours)
In this course, leadership and management strategies are applied through analysis of program development and evaluation. Students gain expertise in outcomes assessment, case management, business planning, personnel management, and emotional intelligence. Students gain knowledge in basic budgeting and marketing through entrepreneurship. Prerequisite: OTD 801

OTD 843 - Evidence-based Project Discovery and Design (3 hours)
In this course, students explore and design individualized evidence-based projects in advanced practice areas based on professional interests under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Students complete a thorough evidence review and explore resources needed to contribute to the success of the project. The culminating project relates research to practice and synthesis of advanced knowledge and skills using knowledge translation. Synthesis and application of advanced knowledge and evidence-based approaches may include clinical practice, education, research, technology, leadership/ administration, advocacy, or entrepreneur opportunities. Prerequisite: OTD 801, OTD 811, OTD 813

OTD 845 - Evidence-based Project Implementation (3 hours)
Students implement the previously designed evidence-based project during this course. The overall goal of advancing the occupational therapy body of knowledge and scholarly dissemination of the information is emphasized. Elements of the project include strategy implementation, outcomes evaluation, and presentation of the final product. The project has written objectives and assessment measures approved by the faculty advisor. Prerequisite: OTD 801, OTD 811, OTD 813, OTD 843

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