Communications 1 (OPTA 1135)
This course provides students with the foundational knowledge and skills required to communicate effectively as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapy Assistant. An experiential and self-reflective approach is used to develop self-awareness, confidence and the communication skills required to communicate effectively with a diverse client population, their caregivers, and other members of the health care team.
Course code: OPTA 1135
Credits: 3.0
Tuition: $0
Length: 60.0 hours
Course outline:
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- 1. Barriers to effective communication
- 2. Self-awareness
- 3. Active Listening
- 4. Clarifying
- 5. Empathy
- 6. Assertiveness
- 7. Giving and receiving feedback
- 8. Cross cultural communication
- 9. Caring and respect
- 10. Conflict management
- 11. Professional behaviour
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
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