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OCCT13001 Enabling Work Participation

Course details

This course introduces students to the role of the occupational therapist in enabling clients to engage in employment. The central importance of work in peoples¿ lives will be explored and the enablers and barriers to participation will be examined using two contrasting Occupational Therapy (OT) practice models. Specific OT assessments including function capacity evaluations and work environment assessments will be introduced. The breadth of OT interventions including consultancy models, case management, environmental modifications and wellness programs will be explored. The legislative umbrella under which occupational therapists practice along with the ethical and professional standards that underpin OT practice in this area will be examined. Local OT practitioners, industry stakeholders and clients will be involved in presenting this course.


Course at a glance
Career: Undergraduate
Credit points: 6
Requisites: OCCT12005 and OCCT12002 and OCCT12001 and OCCT12003 and OCCT12004 and ALLH12007 and ALLH12006 and OCCT12006
Student Contribution Band: 2
EFTSL: 0.12500
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Course availability
Term Campus
This course is not offered for this handbook year
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