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Level II Fieldwork (LIIFW in entry-level BS/MSOT and MSOT programs at
The goal of
Level II fieldwork is to offer the practical experiences and professional
interactions that will enable students to become competent, entry-level,
generalist occupational therapists.
Achieving this goal means that students who have completed the Level
II Fieldwork aspect of the academic program will be prepared to enter
employment, having established basic competencies in occupational therapy
evaluation and intervention services.
The purpose is to provide students with an in‑depth, supervised
experience in which their knowledge and skills are applied and consolidated,
while having the opportunity to assume responsibility for the delivery of
occupational therapy services to patients/clients, under the supervision of a
qualified occupational therapy practitioner. Please visit the
BU Sargent website on LIIFW. |
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SAR-OT589 Orientation to Practice: This graduate course in occupational therapy is designed to orient and
introduce students to current and emerging areas of practice. The influence of the American Occupational Therapy
Association (AOTA) Centennial Vision on curriculum themes and contemporary
practice will be featured. Goals,
guidelines, policies and procedures for participating in the academic
program’s Level I (LIFW) and Level II (LIIFW) fieldwork programs will be
reviewed. Guest faculty and
practitioners will share their experience and expertise for various areas of
practice to aid students in understanding the typical contexts of fieldwork
experiences that will be an integral part of the curriculum degree program.
This course is intended to introduce students to common types of client
populations across the lifespan and typical interventions and goals for
mental health, pediatrics, and physical disabilities practice. Training in
confidentiality/privacy laws will be provided to support students in abiding
by professional ethics and behaviors.
Additionally, opportunities for professional development within and
outside of the University will be highlighted. The format of the class will
be lecture and discussion. |
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SAR-OT590 Fieldwork Seminar: This course
is presented to students during their last semester on campus to prepare them
for Level II fieldwork. At the end of the fieldwork seminar series, students
will: 1.
have an
understanding of the objectives for a level II experience. 2.
understand how
the level II fieldwork experience fits into the curriculum. 3.
understand the
concept of leadership in whatever setting in which they are. 4.
have an
overview of the level II experience. 5.
understand
their role in providing medical insurance information, immunization records,
CPR, first aid, results of CORI checks and Child Abuse Clearances, and
whatever else might be requested. 6.
understand how
to apply for financial aid for the fieldwork experience 7.
identify the
important dates on which items are due, based on their own schedule. 8.
understand the
importance of the personal data form and how to fill it out. 9.
know the
skeleton outline for an introductory letter to a fieldwork site. 10. know BU’s policies regarding absences during
fieldwork or termination of fieldwork. 11. understand BU’s grading policy for fieldwork. 12. understand how the 13. have a beginning understanding of how to enter a new
system. 14. have an understanding of the role of the student on
fieldwork. 15. have a beginning understanding of supervision and
the role of the supervisor. 16. have an understanding of the role of the academic
fieldwork coordinator. 17. be familiar with the AOTA fieldwork evaluation form. 18. know the sequence of events leading up to graduation
and during graduation. 19. know the timeline and procedure for applying for the
certification exam. 20. know how to contact different licensure boards for
applications for licensure. 21. understand the concepts of temporary vs. permanent
license. 22. list a variety of options of how to find a job. 23. know want is on the Level II course site and how to
access it. |
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SAR-OT593/OT594 Level II Fieldwork (LIIFW): Students begin
the Level II Fieldwork (SAR-OT593 and OT594) component of the program after
completing the four semesters of academic course work. A minimum of 24 weeks
of clinical internship, which are completed in two 12-week full-time
placements, is required for certification to practice. The BU program
currently has contracts with over 800 sites across the Level II Fieldwork provides
students with an in-depth, supervised experience through which knowledge and
skills are consolidated in a context that provides opportunity to assume
responsibility for the delivery of occupational therapy services to
patients/clients. Thus, LIIFW is designed to achieve an effective transition
from the role of student to the role of entry-level occupational therapist.
Some important objectives of the Level II fieldwork experience include: •
To develop increasing competence selecting and
administering assessment instruments and evaluating, interpreting, and
documenting the occupational needs of individuals and groups. •
To plan, implement, and justify intervention and
discharge plans consistent with evaluation results, the individual or group's
essential roles, the theoretical model(s) applicable to the fieldwork
setting, and evidence-based practice. •
To work collaboratively with clients, families,
and colleagues in a professional context, respecting diverse social/cultural
values and practices. •
To demonstrate personal responsibility for
continued learning by initiating independent study and accessing appropriate
resources as needed to guide practice decisions. •
To demonstrate awareness of and concern for social
and health care issues as these influence individual clients and their
families as well as the community at large. |
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SAR-OT500
Integrative Seminar I This is the
first in a four-seminar sequence. It is designed to develop and enhance
clinical observation and reasoning by integrating knowledge and skills from
previous educational and work experiences and from concurrent OT courses with
weekly fieldwork experiences. This seminar focuses on reasoning related to
topics including professional socialization, ethical practice, group
dynamics, analysis and adaptation of activities, occupational performance
across the life course, client-centered and evidence-based practice, as they
relate to working with persons and populations of all ages in a variety of OT
practice contexts. The professional portfolio is introduced. Self-directed
and collaborative learning, class participation, and reflective journaling
are essential aspects of this seminar. |
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SAR-OT501
Integrative Seminar II and LIFW This is the second in a four-seminar sequence designed
to develop and enhance clinical reasoning processes by integrating knowledge
and skills from previous educational and work experiences and from concurrent
OT courses with weekly fieldwork experiences. This seminar focuses on
reasoning related to therapeutic rapport and communication; theories of
learning and behavior change; the assessment, intervention, and documentation
process; use of theory and research evidence in practice; and other
professional topics and issues as they relate to working with persons and
populations of all ages in a variety of OT practice contexts. Self-directed
and collaborative learning, class participation, reflective journaling,
problem-based case studies, and ongoing development of a professional
portfolio are essential aspects of this seminar. |
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Dept of Occupational Therapy Boston
University | Sargent College | OT Programs | BU Info Center | Directory | LIIFW |
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Nov 2011