Occupational Therapy Practice I

The introduction of regulatory, social and professional accountabilities for the practice of occupational therapy will provide a framework for the development of professional competence across practice contexts. Concepts introduced in Foundations of Occupational Science (e.g., occupation, enablement, client-centredness) are integrated into occupational therapy practice through the Occupational Performance Process Model and the Canadian Practice Process Framework. 

This course includes a two week Introductory Fieldwork Experience that provides exposure to a number of clinical experiences and specific lab and simulation experiences with targeted student reflection. The general objectives for this introduction to fieldwork experience are for students to: 

• Gain an understanding of the role of the occupational therapist within different practice contexts 
• Demonstrate professional behaviours 
• Begin to develop observation skills 
• Utilize appropriate communication skills with clients and supervising therapist(s) 
• Gain exposure to the client/patient experience; develop practices in client centeredness