Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Occupational Therapy] From Dominican College

This programme provides an introductory study to the field of occupational therapy. The historical and philosophical development of occupational therapy will be presented as well as the concepts of occupation, person, environment, and professional interpersonal factors. Emphasis will be placed on occupation and co-occupation as core concepts, the domain and occupational therapy client centered process, and the importance in engagement in occupation to support participation in context(s), health and wellness. Professional factors will address Occupational Therapy Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics, and how occupational therapy services are delivery. Roles and tasks of occupational therapy practitioners, working in a variety of practice settings with diverse populations across the life span, will be discussed as well as professional development.