OT 410 - Introduction to Psychosocial Occupational Therapy

(2 credits)

This introductory course will link the occupational therapy student’s knowledge of the field of psychology with psychosocial concepts in occupational therapy. Topics covered include mental illness, concepts of recovery and stigma, and the OT process with mental health conditions. Students will participate in a community-based psychosocial lab experience. This course serves as a foundation and preparation for the psychosocial emphasized Level I Fieldwork in the same semester. Lab included. Prerequisite: Successful completion of pre-professional phase coursework. Summer.