Inter-Professional Practice (OPTA 2532)
This course addresses both Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy skills using an interdisciplinary approach. The course further develops the skills learned in the previous Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapy Assistant courses. The course focuses on providing treatment to clients within the community environment. Other topics include advanced wheelchair skills as well as specialized interventions including treatments for pediatric, bariatric and oncology clients.
Course code: OPTA 2532
Credits: 5.0
Tuition: $0
Length: 120.0 hours
Course outline:
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OPTA 2532 schedule for programs:
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Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor |
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40719 | January 7, 2025 to March 6, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Broadway Building B | Hochfeld, Claire |
Additional Information
- 1. Geriatric care
2. Home care and community based care
3. Challenges of working in the community
4. Falls prevention
5. Community based exercise
6. Beriatric clients in the community
7. Home adaptation, accessibility and risks
8. Meal planning and preparation
9. Access to transit and route planning
10. Power mobility and advanced power chairs
11. Advanced wheelchair maintenance and advanced positioning and equipment use
12. Oncology
13. Palliative care
14. Hydrotherapy
15. Paediatric intervention
16. Augmentative communication and assistive technology
17. Professional behavior
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
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