OTA 150 - Pediatric Occupations (3 Credits)

This course introduces students to the unique areas of dysfunction that can affect the health and wellness of infants, children and adolescents. The emphasis is developmental and focuses on the skills necessary for prevention, remediation, compensation, adaptation, participation and return to health through occupations in pediatrics. Pediatric practice settings are discussed and reviewed. Specific emphasis is placed on parent, family and caretaker involvement in occupational therapy practice for pediatric individuals. Lecture Hours: 26. Laboratory Hours: 26. Prerequisite(s): OTA 101 , OTA 110 , OTA 115 , PSY 251 and PSY 252 or permission of the department head. Course Fee: $60. Laboratory Fee: $25. Usually offered in the spring.