OCCU 5014

This course is designed to begin preparing students for practice in a regulated profession. It introduces Competencies for Occupational Therapists in Canada. Processes of practice and processes of reasoning used in occupational therapy are a key focus. Professional requirements are emphasized, such as scope of practice, confidentiality, ethical decision-making, boundaries, effective communication and team work. The course fosters skills for engaging with clients, including consent, interviewing, and goal-setting and documentation. Learners will be encouraged to integrate knowledge and skills gained from across courses in this term.