Occupational Therapy Process and Skills

This module aims to introduce the occupational therapy process. Students will learn about the stages involved in the occupational therapy process and the knowledge and skills therapists draw on to support diverse client groups from the point of referral to assessment, service provision and evaluation of outcomes. Students will learn to relate the OT models to the OT process.

The module also introduces the student to the area of activity analysis and therapeutic potential of activity. The module will focus on getting student to differentiate between occupation and activity, as well as differentiating between occupation as means and occupation as ends. Students will perform activity analysis of family members and friends in the real world setting. Students will also engage in a new activity of leisure, exploring the journey of learning and reflecting on how the activity can be used/taught therapeutically. An assignment relating to how all other modules in the trimester are linked to occupational therapy practices will be included.

The module will also prepare students in going out for the practice education and clinical practice. Issues on confidentiality and safety will be emphasised. The module will also focus on developing verbal and non-verbal communication skills, in particular the interaction between students and supervisor, as well as student and clients. Other issues such as conduct, punctuality, professional appearance will be discussed. Students will develop skills in writing reflection diary and report.