Health Sciences – Occupational Therapy

Organization of developmental, remedial, and atypical programs for people with disabilities with an emphasis on the special competencies needed to deliver quality physical education programs to special populations. Consideration is given to legal and administrative aspects of service delivery; assessment of individuals; program planning and IEP preparation; specialized instructional techniques and teaching strategies; and modification of activities, materials, equipment, and facilities. Extensive field work is required.

This course will provide practical experience (135 hours or more) in an allied health setting of interest to the student. Students will observe the routines of  practicing professionals to gain a better understanding of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to be successful in the field. Students will have the  opportunity to develop skills, attitudes, and behaviors that will help them be successful in the future. 

This course enables the student to develop an understanding of the basic mechanical principles that explain movement.   Upon completing the course students will be able to identify and understand the laws that govern rest and motion of the human body.   This preparation is useful for the student considering a career in medicine, physical and occupational therapy, athletic and personal training, coaching, safety engineering, and risk management.

A study of the functions of the human organism: digestion, circulation, respiration, excretion, nervous control, endocrine regulation, and muscle action.