OTA 210 - Analysis of Occupations

Hours: 2

This course is designed to foster a beginning exposure to individuals experiencing a variety of physical or mental disabilities, including caregivers of individuals with disabilities, through community experiences. Through these experiences, students will develop skills in observation, analysis, interview assessment and data collection, and relational skills. Students will complete writing assignments with an emphasis on their observations, analysis and performance of human occupation across the lifespan, with an emphasis on contextual factors impacting occupational performance. Through the written assignments, students will learn the system of professional writing required for OTAs. Professional and therapeutic relationships will be emphasized throughout the course.

Prerequisite: Admission to the MHPC OTA Program through ECC
Corequisite: OTA 200, OTA 205, OTA 215, OTA 220