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SAR-OT317
Professional Preparation Seminar for Occupational Therapy Preparation for the OT graduate professional program through
participation in a practicum experience and critical discussion. Emphasis on
developing independent and reflective learning, critical reasoning skills,
and professional behaviors required for effective participation in
graduate-level curriculum. Students will examine key issues in health and
disability, culture, and values as they influence occupational therapy
practice. Includes both a seminar and practicum component. Junior students in
the BS/MSOT program only. |
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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-OT524
Introduction to the OT Process This course introduces students to the Occupational Therapy Practice
Framework: Process of intervention. Through collaborative learning, students
will experience the process of evaluation, intervention planning and
implementation, and discharge for occupation-based, wellness interventions.
Students will learn to administer the COPM, support their interventions with
evidence, practice interviewing and therapeutic use of self, and develop
clinical reasoning skills related to OT practice. |
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SAR-OT538
Assistive Technology This course provides a lecture- and laboratory-based introduction to
the use of assistive technologies and related issues, such as funding and
legislation. It is designed to provide a basic understanding of various types
of technologies, user populations, and environments. |
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SAR-OT566 Client Factors and Occupational Performance
This companion course to OT565 Skills-2 provides students the knowledge
and resources needed for effective clinical reasoning about occupation-based
evaluation and intervention applying the biomechanical and
neurorehabilitation frames of reference. Topics covered include diagnostic
conditions and disorders, models and theories of practice, research evidence,
and practice contexts/environments. Content is applied to individuals living
with long-term conditions who are most likely to benefit from remediation
interventions to enable performance of meaningful occupations, e.g.,
ADL/IADLs, work, education, play, leisure, and social participation. |
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SAR-HP722 Health Management For Older Adults: Developing An Interdisciplinary Approach Health management for older
adults is a major issue in contemporary society. Policy, economics, organizational structure,
and clinical care are intermingled in responding on societal, institutional,
and clinical levels. This course will
challenge the inquisitive and creative student to approach the health of the
older adult by addressing these complex issues. It will focus on effective outcomes and
understanding the range of roles professionals may adopt. It will provide the knowledge base and
skill set necessary for interdisciplinary professional practice. |
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SAR-OT736-L1
Independent Study Students are welcome to work with Professor Lowenstein in an area of
interest to them as an Independent Study. Student projects have included:
Creating a pilot Parenting Program for
Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis; based on this pilot creating a finished
course to offer through the National MS Society
Researched the evidence on the effectiveness of
Aquatic programs for rehabilitation
Created adapted games for
Worked with Brigham and Womans Hospital quality
assurance and nursing program to develop a protocol for activity assistants
to use in order to reduce restraint use.
Work with an individual post-stroke, on regaining
hand function. |
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Dept of Occupational Therapy Boston
University | Sargent
College | OT Programs
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Dec 4, 2008