OTDE 8206 Psychosocial OT & Group Processes

Students will learn appropriate assessment and intervention strategies for clients of OT services who have psychiatric, social, or emotional challenges that hinder the performance of meaningful occupations.  Emphasis will include knowledge toward the application of therapeutic use of self, self-evaluation, and communication skills.  Students will be introduced to group process principles, including the significant characteristics of groups, group norms, and group development. Students will participate in and lead groups, as well as apply group process principles to multiple areas of practice.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

Successful completion of all previous OTD coursework.

Schedule Type

Lecture/Lab

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

Dept of Occupational Therapy

Offered

Summer