OTA 170 — Fieldwork Level I: Placement I (1 Credit, Fall)
This is the first of three Fieldwork Level 1 experiences and begins to establish the knowledge and skills necessary for successful completion of all subsequent Level 1 and Level 2 fieldwork experiences. Students are expected to complete 45 lab hours that may incorporate simulated pediatric clients, faculty-led site visits, standardized assessments, and service-learning opportunities. Students are provided with opportunities to apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills to pediatric clients as well as to current problems found within the community. Students will work individually and in groups to ensure a valuable learning experience that combines both life experience and knowledge and skills gained in didactic classes. PREREQ: Admission to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program. COREQ: BIOL 228 , BIOL 228L , OTA 100 , and OTA 206 . (0 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credits)