OTA 230 - OT Intervention for Psychosocial Health Across the Lifespan (3 Credits)

This course provides students with practice in the assessment and occupational therapy intervention strategies used with patients diagnosed with mental illness who are working to return to psychosocial health. Methods of practice used in psychosocial practice settings are reviewed and practiced. Therapeutic group theory, process and implementation are presented and practiced. Lecture, fieldwork observation and laboratory practice provide learning opportunities for students in this course. Lecture Hours: 26. Laboratory Hours: 26. Clinical Hours: 20. Prerequisite(s): OTA 200 and OTA 210 or permission of the department head. Course Fee: $60. Laboratory Fee: $25. Insurance: $18. Usually offered in the fall.