ARCHIVED 2022-2023 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Occupational Therapy
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Program Director: Dr. Michelle Sheperd
The professional (entry-level) Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program provides students with a diverse experiential curriculum that challenges them to develop the professional knowledge, leadership and ethical behaviors necessary to be purposeful and competent practitioners. This educational process, grounded in the college’s liberal arts tradition, prepares students to collaborate inter-professionally within their communities. The degree links education, research and practice; enabling students to grow throughout their career while providing occupation-based services to clients across the lifespan.
The MOT program follows many policies listed in the Admission and Academic Regulations sections. However, there are some policies specific to MOT. In order to view MOT specific policies, see the Master of Occupational Therapy Admission Requirements and the Master of Occupational Therapy Academic Regulations .
Master of Occupational Therapy
Post Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate
DOTD 720 - Pedagogy 3.00 credit hours
How does a student understand the method and practice of teaching? In this class, students explore the pedagogy of teaching, including different teaching styles and teaching theories. The students appreciate the role of feedback and assessment in teaching and student learning. This course includes the first exposure to the basics of interprofessional education.
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DOTD 730 - Higher Education Leadership 3.00 credit hours
In this class, students learn and analyze about trands in both higher education and health care. Students also learn the importance of ethical leadership and how to create a vision for a program. They learn to analyze evidence based practice to inform professional judgement and decision making skills.
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DOTD 740 - Boyers Model of Scholarship 3.00 credit hours
In this class, the students learn about Boyer’s Model of Scholarship. The topics include Scholarship of Discovery, Scholarship ofIntegration, Scholarship of Application and Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. The students demonstrate the ability to identify the purpose of each type of scholarship and how to measure performance. The students use the Model of Scholarship to advance the understanding of interprofessional education as part of Teaching and Learning.
Prerequisite(s): DOTD 720 .
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DOTD 750 - Budgeting 3.00 credit hours
Development of a program requires financial management. In this class, the students learn how to budget appropriately for a new program. How to identify the appropriate level of staffing, how to budget annually and how to maintain the budget throughout the year.
Prerequisite(s): DOTD 730 .
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DOTD 760 - Curriculum Development 3.00 credit hours
Students identify the different aspect of a program that is required for curriculum development. They learn how the program’s mission, goals and philosophy drive not only the type of classes offered, but what order they are offered. Students will be able to provide the beginning of curriculum development and incorporate interprofessional education as part of the curricular themes.
Prerequisite(s): DOTD 740 .
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DOTD 770 - Effective Assessment 3.00 credit hours
Assessment is a key part of demonstrating that students have learned the material. In this class, students identify and develop appropriate assessment tools. They develop good multiple choice questions, case studies, papers and large projects to ensure that the skills and knowledge being taught is being assessed.
Prerequisite(s): DOTD 750 .
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DOTD 825 - Effective Distance Learning 3.00 credit hours
As online education continues to be an important aspect of Higher Education, students learn how to effectively develop a curriculum that demonstrated best practices for online pedagogy. Students learn how to utilize Learning Management Systems to effectively communicate, develop authentic community, deliver content in a synchronous, asynchronous, and/or hybrid setting and assess students in an online setting.
Prerequisite(s): DOTD 760 .
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DOTD 835 - Development of Curriculum to Standards 3.00 credit hours
Externally accredited programs require standards that have to be met as part of the curriculum. Students learn how to integrate the standards into the curriculum to ensure all standards are addressed. Based on the philosophy of the program, the development of the curriculum will ensure the standards are addressed throughout the curriculum as well as through higher learning processes.
Prerequisite(s): DOTD 770 .
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DOTD 890 - Capstone 6.00 credit hours
The Capstone project allows the student to work in an OT or OTA program to assess, revise, develop and/or consult on the current curriculum of the program. The goal will be to offer programs, the opportunity to revise or develop new curriculum to align with the current accreditation standards and match the mission and philosophy of the program and the college or university. Additional opportunities include completing research in Higher Education and Occupational Therapy and address problems that exist in Higher Education. The student works with the capstone coordinator to identify an individual project related to higher education, OT/OTA programs, pedagogy and research.
Prerequisite(s): DOTD 720 , DOTD 730 , DOTD 740 , DOTD 750 , DOTD 760 , DOTD 770 , DOTD 825 and DOTD 835 .
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MOCT 501 - Theories in Occupational Therapy 1.00 credit hours
Students learn the history, development and philosophy of occupational therapy. Theories, models of practice and frames of references are compared and contrasted to understand how they are used in occupational therapy guiding evaluation, intervention and the sociopolitical climate that influences practice.
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MOCT 502 - Documentation, Reimbursement, Appeals 2.00 credit hours
Students gain an understanding of methods of reimbursement for occupational therapy, including third-party payers, government funding and other regulatory boards. Students gain the ability to document evaluation and treatment that meets the needs and requirement for reimbursement and to clearly describe status of the consumer and progress being made. The students are guided on appeals process for reimbursement denials.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 501 .
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MOCT 503 - Health and Wellness Literacy 3.00 credit hours
Explores the role of occupation in health promotion and disease prevention. Students gain health and wellness literacy for all populations at risk of disabilities and chronic health conditions as they identify and demonstrate the use of technology to promote health and wellness.
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MOCT 504 - Functional Anatomy 3.00 credit hours
This laboratory course explores the relationship between the structure and function of the human body. Tissues, muscles, nerves, bones and joints are covered with emphasis on the function behind movement in the body.
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MOCT 520 - Assessment Theory 1.00 credit hours
Students learn to identify how and why assessments are used in occupational therapy and in a variety of practice settings. Students gain an understanding of statistical outcomes on quantitative assessments as well understanding differences between standardized and non-standardized assessment. The students are exposed to the interpretation process for criterion-referenced and norm-referenced standardized test scores. The role of the occupational therapist and occupational therapy assistant in screening and evaluation are explored.
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MOCT 521 - Pediatric Theory 3.00 credit hours
Explores the normal development, delayed development and disabilities that impair participation in the occupations of children and adolescents. Students are introduced to child development and the etiology, symptoms and prognosis of pediatric and adolescent delays and disorders and their impact on occupational performance areas and components. Frames of reference, assessment techniques, evidence based practice and intervention theories are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 501 .
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MOCT 522 - Mental Health Theory 3.00 credit hours
Mental health disorders and psychosocial issues impair function in populations across the lifespan. This course introduces students to the etiology, symptoms and prognosis of mental health disorders and their impact on occupational performance areas and components. Frames of reference, assessment techniques, evidence based practice and intervention theories are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 521 and MOCT 524 .
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MOCT 523 - Physical Dysfunction Theory 3.00 credit hours
This course focuses on the physical disorders and disabilities that impair function in the adult population. Students learn the etiology, symptoms and prognosis of physical disorders in adults and their impact on occupational performance areas and components. Frames of reference, assessment techniques, evidence based practice and intervention theories are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 521 and MOCT 524 .
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MOCT 524 - Neurological Dysfunction Theory 3.00 credit hours
Students learn about the neurological disorders and disabilities that impair function in the adult population. This course is designed to introduce the student to etiology, symptoms and prognosis of neurological disorders in adults and their impact on occupational performance areas and components. Topics include frames of reference, assessment techniques, evidence based practice and intervention theories.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 520 .
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MOCT 525 - Geriatric Theory 3.00 credit hours
Students gain an understanding of the process of aging and possible disorders and disabilities that may impair function in the geriatric population. Introduces the student to the etiology, symptoms and prognosis of geriatric disorders and their impact on occupational performance areas and components. Topics include frames of reference, assessment techniques, evidence based practice and intervention theories.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 522 and MOCT 523 .
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MOCT 530 - Assessment Application 2.00 credit hours
This laboratory course allows students to identify assessments (both standardized and non-standardized) for evaluation of clients across the life span. Students practice administering, interpreting and documenting assessments using accepted professional terminology.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 520 .
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MOCT 531 - Pediatric Assessment and Intervention 3.00 credit hours
This laboratory course introduces students to the role of occupational therapy with a focus on the occupations and delays or disabilities that impair participation in occupation and roles of children and adolescents. Students learn the evaluation and treatment of pediatric and adolescent clients and the impact of delays and disorders on occupational performance areas and components. Students learn how to provide remediation and compensation for physical, mental, cognitive, perceptual, neuromuscular, behavioral skills and sensory dysfunctions in pediatric settings. Laboratory sessions emphasize the application of intervention theory, evidence based practice and treatment techniques for specific conditions.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 530 .
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MOCT 532 - Mental Health Assessment and Intervention 3.00 credit hours
This laboratory course introduces the student to the role of the occupational therapist working with clients across the lifespan experiencing mental health and psychosocial issues that impair function. Students learn the evaluation and treatment of mental health disorders in populations across the lifespan and their impact on occupational performance areas and components. Laboratory sessions emphasize the application of intervention theory, evidence based practice and treatment techniques for specific conditions. Topics include mental health disorders that various clients experience and techniques used to restore, maintain, modify and prevent disability.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 531 and MOCT 534 .
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MOCT 533 - Physical Dysfunction Assessment and Intervention 3.00 credit hours
This laboratory course introduces the student to the role of the occupational therapist working with adult populations experiencing physical disabilities that impair function. Students learn the evaluation and treatment of physical disorders in the adult population and their impact on occupational performance areas and components. Laboratory sessions emphasize the application of intervention theory, evidence based practice, and treatment techniques for specific conditions. The course focuses on physical disabilities commonly addressed with an adult population and techniques used to restore, maintain, modify and prevent disability.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 531 and MOCT 534 .
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MOCT 534 - Neurological Dysfunction Assessment and Intervention 3.00 credit hours
This laboratory course introduces the students to the role of the occupational therapist working with adult populations experiencing neurological disabilities that impair function. Students learn the evaluation and treatment of neurological disorders in the adult population and their impact on occupational performance areas and components. Laboratory sessions emphasize the application of intervention theory, evidence based practice and treatment techniques for specific conditions. The course focuses on neurological disabilities commonly addressed with an adult population and techniques used to restore, maintain, modify and prevent disability.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 530 .
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MOCT 535 - Geriatric Assessment and Intervention 3.00 credit hours
This laboratory course introduces the student to the role of the occupational therapist working with geriatric populations experiencing disabilities that impair function. Students learn the evaluation and treatment of geriatric disorders and their impact on occupational performance areas and components. Laboratory sessions emphasize the application of intervention theory, evidence based practice and treatment techniques for specific conditions. The course focuses on disabilities commonly associated with the geriatric population and techniques used to restore, maintain, modify and prevent disability.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 523 and MOCT 533 .
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MOCT 600 - Evidence-Based Practice and Application 3.00 credit hours
Students identify evidence-based practice in the field of occupational therapy. The student learn to identify the difference between quantitative and qualitative studies. They apply evidence-based practice to the selection of treatment for clients and in future course work. The students begin the process of developing their own evidence-based practice for application in the field of occupational therapy.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 500 .
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MOCT 601 - Professional Advocacy, Ethics and Cultural Implications 1.00 credit hours
Students consider the process of ethical analysis in and the delivery of care as an occupational therapist. In addition to exploring the impact of cultural influence in daily practice, the course challenges students to understand their role as an occupational therapist and advocate, and educate others regarding the value of occupational therapy in all facets of treatment settings.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 500 .
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MOCT 602 - Management 1.00 credit hours
An introduction to the management skills required to run a program or department as an occupational therapy practitioner. Topics include regulatory bodies, applicable laws, reimbursement issues, supervision, continuous quality improvement as well as planning, developing, organizing and marketing skills.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 500 .
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MOCT 603 - Specialty Intervention 2.00 credit hours
Exposes students to a variety of specialty interventions utilized across practice settings in occupational therapy. Topics include the use of various modalities, splinting, positioning and driver’s rehabilitation.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 523 and MOCT 533 .
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MOCT 604 - Preparation for Academic Work 1.00 credit hours
Students consider the process for working in an academic setting. The course exposes students to the beginning process of the principles of instructional design. They are also exposed to the teaching and learning principles for teaching in an academic setting.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 601 .
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MOCT 620 - Level I Fieldwork: Pediatrics 1.00 credit hours
Level I Fieldwork introduces students to the fieldwork experience and provides the opportunity to develop a basic comfort level with an understanding of the needs of pediatric clients in the community. This course involves directed observation, active discussion and participation in various aspects of the occupational therapy process in a pediatric/adolescent setting. Students practice professional behaviors, communication and leadership skills. Clinical reasoning is developed through reflective learning activities.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 530 .
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MOCT 621 - Level I Fieldwork: Adult 1.00 credit hours
Level I Fieldwork introduces students to the fieldwork experience and provides the opportunity to develop a basic comfort level with an understanding of the needs of adult clients in a variety of clinical and community settings. This course involves directed observation, active discussion and participation in various aspects of the occupational therapy process with adult populations. Students practice professional behaviors, communication and leadership skills. Clinical reasoning is developed through reflective learning activities.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 532 and MOCT 533 .
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MOCT 622 - Level I Fieldwork: Mental Health 1.00 credit hours
Level I Fieldwork introduces students to the fieldwork experience and provides the opportunity to develop a basic comfort level with an understanding of the needs of mental health clients in a variety of clinical and community settings. This course involves directed observation, active discussion and participation in various aspects of the occupational therapy process with adult populations. Students practice professional behaviors, communication and leadership skills. Clinical reasoning is developed through reflective learning activities.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 534 .
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MOCT 630 - Level II Fieldwork A 12.00 credit hours
A twelve week supervised field experience designed to develop competent, entry level generalist occupational therapists. Students experience a variety of clients and/or client groups across the lifespan with various physical, developmental and psychosocial challenges within various service delivery models that reflect current practice in occupational therapy. Level II fieldwork promotes the development of clinical reasoning, professionalism, evaluation and direct intervention skills to provide high-quality client care related to human occupation and performance. Fieldwork Educators are registered occupational therapists who have a minimum of one year of practice experience.
Prerequisite(s): All didactic courses except MOCT 695 .
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MOCT 640 - Level II Fieldwork B 12.00 credit hours
This twelve week supervised field experience is designed to develop competent, entry level generalist occupational therapists. Students experience a variety of clients and/or client groups across the lifespan with various physical, developmental and psychosocial challenges within various service delivery models that reflect current practice in occupational therapy. Level II fieldwork promotes the development of clinical reasoning, professionalism, evaluation and direct intervention skills to provide high-quality client care related to human occupation and performance. Fieldwork Educators are registered occupational therapists who have a minimum of one year of practice experience.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all MOCT courses.
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MOCT 695 - Capstone-Research and Grant Writing 2.00 credit hours
As the final step in the occupational therapy education program, students work on how to conduct research as well as locate and secure grants. Each student is responsible for designing and writing a scholarly proposal for presentation or publication. At the conclusion of the capstone course, students have a project that may be used to apply to future treatment intervention or as an action research project.
Prerequisite(s): MOCT 600 .
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