This course is an introduction to the profession of occupational therapy and the occupational therapy process. An historical perspective of the OT profession's development and the theoretical bases, its professional ethics and regulations, and the role of the occupational therapist in society are covered. An introduction to the roles of occupational therapy personnel and how, as professionals, the code of ethics and professional credentials relate to practice. Students will be introduced to the theory, philosophy, and research that guide practice is presented. Current and potential environments for OT practice will be discussed.

This course is a study of normal occupational, neuromuscular, motor, sensory, perceptual, cognitive, and psychosocial development from prenatal through adolescence. It includes analysis of occupation as a facilitator and marker of human development. An in-depth exploration of the occupational therapy practice framework, domain and process, is provided. The lab includes observation of developmental markers and task analysis of developmentally appropriate occupations.

This course provides the etiology, incidence, signs and symptoms, and common interventions of selected medical and social conditions that affect engagement in occupation in childhood and adolescence. Students analyze how selected diseases, acute and chronic conditions, disabilities and social conditions impact development, performance of life tasks, and occupational roles. Social determinants and epidemiological factors that impact health and welfare of a given population will also be addressed. Topics include selected developmental, musculoskeletal, social and mental health conditions and disabilities.

This course provides the etiology, incidence, signs and symptoms, and common interventions of selected medical and social conditions that affect engagement in occupation for the adult and older adult populations. Students analyze how selected diseases, acute and chronic conditions, disabilities and social conditions impact performance of life tasks and occupational roles. Social determinants and epidemiological factors that impact public health and welfare of a given population will also be addressed. Topics include selected neurological, cardiopulmonary, medical, and psychosocial conditions and disabilities.

This course is a study of normal occupational, physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and neuromuscular development from young adulthood to senescence. It emphasizes occupational choice, role performance and analysis of occupation as a facilitator and marker of human development. The lab includes analysis of developmentally appropriate occupations, application of teaching learning principles, and general safety and wellness promoting behaviors.

This lecture and lab course is a study of the interpersonal communication skills that are the foundation for effective professional relationships and developing and maintaining a therapeutic relationship. Students learn and practice therapeutic use of self to facilitate client-centered care. The course includes lectures, discussions, skill building, and role playing with critiquing

This course is an examination of systems in which occupational therapy is delivered, such as the health care, education, and community systems. The impact of each delivery system on the practice of occupational therapy is addressed. Traditional and non-traditional models of OT services are described.

This course is a study of selected group process theories and skills that are necessary for the development and implementation of occupational therapy group intervention. Group relationships, group leadership, and therapeutic use of self are addressed. This course includes discussion, skill building, and role-playing with critiquing.

This course is the first Level I fieldwork experience and is integral to and consistent with the sequence, depth, focus and scope of content in the curriculum design of the program. The course consists of exposure to individuals with behavioral health concerns, and/or psychological and social/cultural factors that influence engagement in occupation. Students apply concepts and skills in interviewing and developing and maintaining a therapeutic relationship. Exposure to the population is attained through site visits, guest speakers, readings, discussions, and videos. Extensive self-reflection is used to integrate course work with clinical experience and facilitate the growth of professional behaviors.

This course is the study of human anatomy with emphasis on the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Lab and lecture integrate human anatomy with analysis of movement including measurement of action, movement within a task, and biomechanics. Lab includes gross anatomy prosections, experiential kinesiology, and use of evidence-based assessments

This lecture and lab course is a study of the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, neurological factors underlying dysfunction, and occupational therapy intervention for neurological deficits. Selected occupational therapy practice models applied to neurological deficits across the lifespan are studied. Labs include use of neuroanatomy models, recitation, and guided practice with selected evidence-based and occupation-based interventions.

This seminar is designed to prepare students to engage in the process of exploring and securing fieldwork placements that are broad in scope, match the student's strengths, and provide a variety of clinical experiences for a career in Occupational Therapy. Students will self-reflect to determine professional development goals, complete pre-requisite compliance training, complete an interprofessional experience, and meet with the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator to determine a plan to proceed through the Fieldwork selection process. Review of OT Department fieldwork expectations, policies and procedures prepare students for success in all clinical fieldwork experiences.

This course is a Level I fieldwork experience that is integral to and consistent with the sequence, depth, focus and scope of content in the curriculum design of the program. The course consists of clinical exposure to individuals (birth to 21 years) with developmental, motor, behavioral, psychological and/or social/cultural factors that influence engagement in occupation Fieldwork Experience consists of a minimum of 25 contact hours in a pediatric setting, participating in client and family centered services. Course assignments link didactic coursework to the fieldwork experience.

This course is a Level I fieldwork experience that is integral to and consistent with the sequence, depth, focus and scope of content in the curriculum design of the program. The course consists of clinical exposure to individuals (adult to geriatric) with developmental, motor, behavioral, and/or psychological and social/cultural factors that influence engagement in occupation. Fieldwork Experience consists of a minimum of 25 contact hours in an adult setting. Course assignments function to link didactic coursework to the fieldwork experience.

This course is a study of the theories, philosophies, and research that guide evidence-based occupational therapy practice. Pediatric (referring to both children and adolescents) practice environments and models of practice will be studied with an emphasis on the development of client-centered, occupation-based interventions that address client factors, performance skills, performance patterns, and context to promote occupational performance.

This lecture and lab course is an introduction to the principles and techniques of OT evaluation and documentation used by occupational therapists with children experiencing occupational dysfunction. The evaluation process, administration of multiple evidence-based assessment tools, and the interpretation and documentation of evaluation data pertinent to pediatric practice are included. Students develop professional behaviors related to the evaluation process and therapeutic interaction with a client and family members.

This course is an application of OT concepts and processes to promote health, prevent and remediate occupational dysfunction and modify tasks/contexts. It includes exploration and application of child and family-centered evidence-based therapeutic interventions from infancy through adolescence. This course facilitates clinical reasoning and the application of current research in occupation-based interventions.

This seminar is designed to prepare students to complete pre-requisites and review ethical professional behavior in preparation for clinical fieldwork experiences. Fieldwork performance assessment tools and strategies for success are explored. A review of required fieldwork assignments and student/faculty communication tools prepare students for fieldwork course completion. Exposure to supplemental clinical information broadens students' clinical knowledge base. Professional communication with fieldwork sites and final arrangements for placements are completed.

This course is a continuation of OT-427 and offers an in-depth study of the evaluation and documentation principles and procedures used by occupational therapists with adults and older adults experiencing occupational dysfunction. The evaluation process, administration of multiple evidence-based assessment tools, and the interpretation and documentation of evaluation data pertinent to adults and older adults are included. Students continue to develop professional behaviors related to the evaluation process and therapeutic interaction with client and family.

This course is an integrated theory and practice course examining OT evidence and occupation-based intervention for the adult and geriatric populations. Enhancement of occupational performance is addressed through the therapeutic approaches of create/promote, establish/restore, modification, and prevention for individuals, groups, and populations experiencing occupational dysfunction from adulthood through senescence. This course facilitates clinical reasoning and the application of current research in occupation-based intervention

An in depth study of the evaluation and intervention of selected UE diagnoses that impact occupational performance. Course will present anatomic review, evaluation of the impairment and occupational dysfunction, and evidence based intervention for the selected diagnoses.

This course is an introduction to the profession of occupational therapy and the occupational therapy process. An historical perspective of the OT profession's development and the theoretical bases, its professional ethics and regulations, and the role of OT in society are covered. An introduction to the roles of occupational therapy personnel and how, as professionals, the code of ethics, and professional credentials relate to practice. Students will be introduced to the theory, philosophy, occupation-based and client centered care and the evidence that guides practice. Current and potential environments for OT practice will be addressed.

This course is a study of normal occupational, neuromuscular, motor, sensory, perceptual, cognitive, and psychosocial development from prenatal through adolescence. It includes analysis of occupation as a facilitator and marker of human development. An in-depth exploration of the occupational therapy practice framework, domain and process, is provided. The lab includes observation of developmental markers and task analysis of developmentally appropriate occupations.

This course provides the etiology, incidence, signs and symptoms, and common interventions of selected medical and social conditions that affect engagement in occupation in childhood and adolescence. Students analyze how selected diseases, acute and chronic conditions, disabilities and social conditions impact development, performance of life tasks, and occupational roles. Social determinants and epidemiological factors that impact health and welfare of a given population will also be addressed. Topics include selected developmental, musculoskeletal, social and mental health conditions and disabilities.

This course provides the etiology, incidence, signs and symptoms, and common interventions of selected medical and social conditions that affect engagement in occupation for the adult and older adult populations. Students analyze how selected diseases, acute and chronic conditions, disabilities and social conditions impact performance of life tasks and occupational roles. Social determinants and epidemiological factors that impact public health and welfare of a given population will also be addressed. Topics include selected neurological, cardiopulmonary, medical, and psychosocial conditions and disabilities.

This course is a study of normal occupational, physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and neuromuscular development from young adulthood to senescence. It emphasizes occupational choice, role performance and analysis of occupation as a facilitator and marker of human development. The lab includes analysis of developmentally appropriate occupations, application of teaching learning principles, and general safety and wellness promoting behaviors.

This course is the first Level I fieldwork experience and is integral to and consistent with the sequence, depth, focus and scope of content in the curriculum design of the program. The course consists of exposure to individuals with behavioral health concerns, and/or psychological and social/cultural factors that influence engagement in occupation. Students apply concepts and skills in interviewing and developing and maintaining a therapeutic relationship. Exposure to the population is attained through site visits, guest speakers, readings, discussions, and videos. Extensive self-reflection is used to integrate course work with clinical experience and facilitate the growth of professional behaviors.

This lecture and lab course is a study of the interpersonal communication skills that are the foundation for effective professional relationships and developing and maintaining a therapeutic relationship. Students learn and practice therapeutic use of self to facilitate client-centered care. The course includes lectures, discussions, skill building, and role playing with critiquing.

This course is an examination of systems in which occupational therapy is delivered, such as the health care, education, and community systems. The impact of each delivery system on the practice of occupational therapy is addressed. Traditional and non-traditional models of OT services are described.

This course is a study of selected group process theories and skills that are necessary for the development and implementation of occupational therapy group intervention. Group relationships, group leadership, and therapeutic use of self are addressed. This course includes discussion, skill building, and role-playing with critiquing.

This course is the study of human anatomy with emphasis on the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Lab and lecture integrate human anatomy with analysis of movement including measurement of action, movement within a task, and biomechanics. Lab includes gross anatomy prosections, experiential kinesiology, and use of evidence-based assessments.

This lecture and lab course is a study of the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, neurological factors underlying dysfunction, and occupational therapy intervention for neurological deficits. Selected occupational therapy practice models applied to neurological deficits across the lifespan are studied. Labs include use of neuroanatomy models, recitation, and guided practice with selected evidence-based and occupation-based interventions.

This seminar is designed to prepare students to engage in the process of exploring and securing fieldwork placements that are broad in scope, match the student's strengths, and provide a variety of clinical experiences for a career in Occupational Therapy. Students will self-reflect to determine professional development goals, complete pre-requisite compliance training, and meet with the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator to determine a plan to proceed through the Fieldwork selection process. Review of OT Department fieldwork expectations, policies and procedures prepare students for success in all clinical fieldwork experiences.

This course is a Level I fieldwork experience that is integral to and consistent with the sequence, depth, focus and scope of content in the curriculum design of the program. The course consists of clinical exposure to individuals (birth to 21 years) with developmental, motor, behavioral, psychological and/or social/cultural factors that influence engagement in occupation Fieldwork Experience consists of a minimum of 25 contact hours in a pediatric setting, participating in client and family centered services. Course assignments link didactic coursework to the fieldwork experience.

This seminar introduces students to the research project process required to complete the master's degree in OT. Students will learn how to search for and appraise literature pertinent to a topic suitable for OT research and evidence-based practice

This course is a study of the theories, philosophies, and research that guide evidence-based occupational therapy practice. Pediatric (referring to both children and adolescents) practice environments and models of practice will be studied with an emphasis on the development of client-centered, occupation-based interventions that address client factors, performance skills, performance patterns, and context to promote occupational performance

This lecture and lab course is an introduction to the principles and techniques of OT evaluation and documentation used by occupational therapists with children experiencing occupational dysfunction. The evaluation process, administration of multiple evidence-based assessment tools, and the interpretation and documentation of evaluation data pertinent to pediatric practice are included. Students develop professional behaviors related to the evaluation process and therapeutic interaction with a client and family members.

This course is an application of OT concepts and processes to promote health, prevent and remediate occupational dysfunction and modify tasks/contexts. It includes exploration and application of child and family-centered evidence-based therapeutic interventions from infancy through adolescence. This course facilitates clinical reasoning and the application of current research in occupation-based interventions.

This course is a Level I fieldwork experience that is integral to and consistent with the sequence, depth, focus and scope of content in the curriculum design of the program. The course consists of clinical exposure to individuals (adult to geriatric) with developmental, motor, behavioral, and/or psychological and social/cultural factors that influence engagement in occupation. Fieldwork Experience consists of a minimum of 25 contact hours in an adult setting. Course assignments function to link didactic coursework to the fieldwork experience.

This course is a study of the research process with an emphasis on research methodology. Students will undertake a conceptual review of research designs and methods relevant to the profession in order to become a producer and consumer of research

This optional, full time Level II Fieldwork course can vary in length depending on need. In special circumstances, a student may be allowed to complete this course on a part-time basis. It is for students who either did not attain the full 24-week fieldwork requirement during Clinical Fieldwork I and Clinical Fieldwork II, or have met the 24-week requirement and are opting for an additional, voluntary, fieldwork experience. This fieldwork is integral to and consistent with the sequence, depth, focus and scope of content in the curriculum design of the program. Level II fieldwork can take place in a variety of traditional or emerging practice areas in which supervision will be provided by a currently licensed or credentialed OT, who may or may not be on-site.

This course provides a detailed overview of the thesis/project process and guides students in the development of a defensible thesis or project proposal. [3 hour seminar].

This course provides a detailed overview of the thesis/project process and guides students in the development of a defensible thesis or project proposal. [3 hour seminar].

Provides for a systematic investigation of a research problem selected by the student as an independent learning situation with faculty guidance. Completion of a thesis or project according to the guidelines in the D'Youville College graduate handbook. Students must register for their research director's section.

Provides continued faculty guidance to complete either the thesis or research project. Students must register for their research director's section.

This seminar is designed to prepare students to complete pre-requisites and review ethical professional behavior in preparation for clinical fieldwork experiences. Fieldwork performance assessment tools and strategies for success are explored. A review of required fieldwork assignments and student/faculty communication tools prepare students for fieldwork course completion. Exposure to supplemental clinical information broadens students' clinical knowledge base. Professional communication with fieldwork sites and final arrangements for placements are completed.

This course is a continuation of OT-527 and offers an in-depth study of the evaluation and documentation principles and procedures used by occupational therapists with adults and older adults experiencing occupational dysfunction. The evaluation process, administration of multiple evidence-based assessment tools, and the interpretation and documentation of evaluation data pertinent to adults and older adults are included. Students continue to develop professional behaviors related to the evaluation process and therapeutic interaction with client and family.

This course is an integrated theory and practice course examining OT evidence and occupation-based intervention for the adult and geriatric populations. Enhancement of occupational performance is addressed through the therapeutic approaches of create/promote, establish/restore, modification, and prevention for individuals, groups, and populations experiencing occupational dysfunction from adulthood through senescence. This course facilitates clinical reasoning and the application of current research in occupation-based intervention.

This course is a continuation of the study of the theories, philosophies, and research that guide evidence-based occupational therapy practice. Adult and geriatric practice environments and occupation-based practice models are studied with an emphasis on the development of client-centered, occupation-based interventions that address client factors, performance skills, performance patterns, and context to promote occupational performance.

This course is an in-depth Level II fieldwork experience that is integral to and consistent with the sequence, depth, focus and scope of content in the curriculum design of the program. Level II fieldwork can take place in a variety of traditional or emerging practice areas in which supervision will be provided by a currently licensed or credentialed OT, who may or may not be on-site. This level II fieldwork course is a 12-week, full-time experience. In special circumstances a student may be allowed to complete this Level II Fieldwork on a part-time basis.

This course is an in-depth Level II fieldwork experience that is integral to and consistent with the sequence, depth, focus and scope of content in the curriculum design of the program. Level II fieldwork can take place in a variety of traditional or emerging practice areas in which supervision will be provided by a currently licensed or credentialed OT, who may or may not be on-site. This level II fieldwork course is a 12-week, full-time experience. In special circumstances a student may be allowed to complete this Level II Fieldwork on a part-time basis.

This course is an advanced, in depth analysis of the knowledge and practical skills required for the application of the evidence-based principles of management and professional development within the various systems where the provision of evidence-based, client-centered occupational therapy services to individuals, organizations, and populations occur. ?Students will participate in interactive distance learning activities and perform independent learning activities and assignments while on level II fieldwork. Students will be in contact via electronic communication with faculty and fellow classmates and engage in group discussions and assignments related to course material

This online course is a continuation of an advanced, in-depth analysis of the knowledge and practical skills required for the application of the evidence-based principles of management and professional development within the various systems where occupational therapy services to individuals, organizations, and populations occur. Students participate in interactive distance learning activities and perform independent learning activities and assignments while on level II fieldwork.

An in depth study of the evaluation and intervention of selected UE diagnoses that impact occupational performance. Course will present anatomic review, evaluation of the impairment and occupational dysfunction, and evidence based intervention for the selected diagnoses.

This course is a critical analysis of current professional issues specific to the practice of occupational therapy. This seminar is a combination of in-class discussions and presentations. Topics include important issues such as ethical and legal concerns, evidence-based practice, advocacy, factors that impact health care delivery and access, inter-professional teamwork, continued professional development and preparation for licensure and certification.

This course is a combination of didactic in-class sessions and an advanced practicum in a community-based setting. Students further develop professional behaviors while exploring occupation in the context of a new, non-traditional, or specialty setting. The student gains an understanding of a community organization with a focus on the health of groups and populations. Topics include the process of securing grants, cultural competence, community-based theoretical models, needs assessment, program planning, and program evaluation.

This course guides students through the completion of the research project. Students refine a clinical question, use a systematic review process to identify relevant research literature, perform a critical appraisal and synthesis of the best available evidence, and publicly present the research project.