Students study the anatomical, physiological, biomechanical, and psychosocial factors that underlie the physical, cognitive and affective components of human capacities. Content is presented in the context of understanding the relationship between human capacities and occupational performance, the ability to carry out activities and tasks of self-care, productivity and leisure throughout the lifespan.

Students study the foundational values and beliefs of occupational therapy, the fundamentals of occupational therapy theory, and the relationship between occupation, health and well-being. Processes and approaches that guide practice with clients of various ages and in a variety of settings are introduced.

This course explores foundational knowledge in topics essential for understanding the concepts of and influences on health and well-being. Students engage in theory based and practical activities to understand models of disability, concepts of health, social determinants of health, cultural competence and safety, power and privilege. Course evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

Through instruction, case illustration and practice laboratory sessions students are introduced to practice skills related to the occupational therapy process. Occupational therapy skills and approaches used to identify occupational performance issues are introduced and practiced. Basic assessment of physical, cognitive, and affective performance components are taught. Students participate in problem solving and basic interventions around issues of occupational performance.

This course introduces the principles of professionalism and therapeutic strategies to promote enabling occupations, collaborative partnerships and client-centred practice. Guided by professional documents, emphasis is placed on reflective practice, communication, and ethical and legal dimensions of practice.

This course provides foundational knowledge and skills required to participate effectively in the fieldwork component of the Occupational Therapy Program. Course evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

Students are placed in practice settings for four weeks of fieldwork experience under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist(s). Experiences are offered in a wide variety of practice settings. Course evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: OT 6190.

Students examine the relationships between components of human performance and engagement in occupations. Students analyze self-care, productivity and leisure occupations to identify physical, cognitive and affective components required for function. Adapting and grading principles and methods are applied. Course evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis.

An examination of physical, social, cultural and institutional aspects of the environment and their relationship to occupational performance throughout the life span. Students will begin to identify the environment in terms of enablers and obstacles to function for individuals with variable capacities.

An introduction to diseases, disorders and impairments as barriers to human occupational performance including an introduction to occupational therapy management approaches to enabling function.

This course builds on OT Practice Skills 1. With a focus on practice skills related to the occupational therapy process, students gain further practice in assessment of occupational performance issues and physical, cognitive, and affective performance components. Students are introduced to assessment of environmental factors that influence occupational performance and participate in problem solving and interventions around occupational performance issues.

Students are introduced to research principles and methods used to support evidence-informed occupational therapy. Students learn to critically appraise qualitative and quantitative research to answer clinical questions and apply evidence to occupational therapy.

Students are placed in practice settings for eight weeks of fieldwork experience under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist(s). Experiences are offered in a wide variety of practice settings. Course evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: OT 6200.

Building on the Professionalism and Enabling Occupation course, emphasis is placed on leadership using a client-centred, culturally safe and equity based approach. Integrated topics are addressed: advanced communication skills; leadership in practice and in the profession; and program development and evaluation.

Working in small group tutorials and using problem-based learning methods, students apply the occupational therapy process to selected learning scenarios within a variety of service delivery models, professional roles and practice environments.

Building on knowledge and skills learned in Occupational Therapy Skills 1 & 2, students are introduced to advanced concepts, theories and models which guide client-centred occupational therapy. Students apply theory to practice and continue to develop skills for evaluation and intervention of occupational performance issues.

Students are placed in practice settings for eight weeks of fieldwork experience under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist(s). Experiences are offered in a wide variety of practice settings. Course evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: OT 6400.

This course builds upon previous Professionalism courses and emphasizes leadership in practice using a client-centred, culturally safe and equity based approach. Integrated sections are addressed: Leadership in Program Development and Evaluation, Client-centred Practice in Macro Environments, Leadership in Team Knowledge Translation, and Transition to Practice.

Working with an assigned faculty advisor, students complete a research study relevant to occupational therapy. Students critique the literature, plan and conduct a capstone project, and relate their findings through a process of knowledge translation.

Building on knowledge and skills learned in Occupational Therapy Process 1, students work in small group tutorials and use problem-based learning methods to apply the occupational therapy process to selected learning scenarios across the continuum of community health and new/emerging areas of practice.

Building on knowledge and skills learned in Occupational Therapy Practice Skills 1, 2 and 3, students evaluate and apply concepts, theories and models of client-centred occupational therapy. Students develop skills to select, justify, perform and interpret evaluations and interventions to address occupational performance issues.

Students are placed in practice settings for a six weeks of fieldwork experience under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist(s). Experiences are offered in a wide variety of practice settings. Course evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: OT 7600 and all MOT academic courses.