OT 6050 Analyzing, Adapting, and Teaching Occupations Across the Lifespan

This course will introduce the concepts of occupations, activities, and tasks in relation to the Domain of Practice of Occupational Therapy and as core to the OT Process. Students will learn to analyze the performance of occupations, activities, and tasks of persons across the lifespan and their transaction with their important occupational environments and contexts. Students will develop emerging skills in modifying and adapting components of occupations, activities, and tasks, and occupational environments to enable optimal performance and participation. Lastly, this course will introduce teaching and learning principles to develop students' skills in teaching occupations to clients individually and in groups, the building block in planning and implementing OT interventions.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 6065 Therapeutic Communication, Group Dynamics, and Professional Development

This course provides foundational skills in effective verbal and nonverbal communication for all aspects of occupational therapy practice. Evidenced-based models of professional communication are presented with an emphasis on therapeutic modes of communication. Students develop competency in therapeutic use of self, stages of change, group dynamics, giving feedback, leadership and roles, and the process of conducting an occupational profile using semi-structured assessment. This course also addresses foundational concepts of professional development such as inter- and intraprofessional communication and giving/receiving feedback, necessary for professional growth as an occupational therapy practitioner.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 6075 Fieldwork I: Immersion in Professional Practice Settings

This Level I fieldwork aims to provide an introductory immersion in practice settings of OT practice. This experience will provide students with an opportunity to apply their emerging interview and activity analysis skills in the context of a practice setting. Students will also receive feedback on their professional presence, communication, and cultural humility.

Credit 0 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 6115 Occupation and Society

This course is designed for first-year occupational therapy students, and explores the vital relationship between occupation and health, emphasizing how meaningful activities influence overall well-being. Through an engaging blend of theoretical frameworks and practical applications, you'll examine the ethical considerations in occupational therapy practice and the social impact of occupations on diverse populations. Join us as we lay the groundwork for your journey in understanding the science of occupation and its transformative power in enhancing quality of life. Prepare to think critically, act ethically, and advocate for the vital role of occupation in society!

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 6130 Theoretical Foundations Supporting Occupational Performance

This course explores the philosophical and theoretical foundations of the profession. The evolving theories, models, and frames of reference which support occupational therapy research and practice are compared and applied to case scenarios. Emphasis will be on the Person-Environment-Occupation-Performance model to guide the OT Process. The meaning and complexity of occupation and occupational performance will be explored as students gain an understanding of humans as occupational beings.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 6155 Research Designs and Data Synthesis

Building on prerequisite knowledge, the student engages in research design and data analysis. Students locate sources of grant funding, identify appropriate statistical analyses of data based on the research question, and collect and analyze both qualitative and quantitative data.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6165 Professional Identity and Practice I: Role of OT in Community and Population Health

This course is designed for future occupational therapists to explore the diverse roles and responsibilities of entry-level practitioners in community and population health settings. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of how social determinants of health influence individual and community well-being while examining the policies and practices that shape occupational therapy in various environments. Through case studies, professional panels, and interactive learning activities, you'll develop critical insights into the importance of advocacy, collaboration, and culturally responsive care in enhancing health outcomes for diverse populations. Prepare to solidify your professional identity and impact the lives of those you serve.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6175 Fieldwork IB: Immersion in Mental and Behavioral Health Practice

This Level I fieldwork experience will provide an opportunity for students to refine their interview skills, active listening skills and interprofessional communication skills as they develop an understanding of the needs of individuals with psychosocial and behavioral health concerns.

Credit 0 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6240 Using Evidence to Inform Practice

This course provides an in-depth exploration of evidence-based practice principles and their application in the field of occupational therapy. Students learn to critically appraise scientific literature and to integrate clinical expertise and client values to answer clinical questions and guide clinical decision-making. Results of this process are written in a scholarly report for presentation.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6250 Introduction to OT Assessment

This course focuses on developing knowledge and skills in the selection, administration, scoring and interpretation of standardized and non-standardized occupational therapy screens assessments. Students will learn to be independent in their ability to read and utilize assessment manuals, understand their psychometric properties as available, and use them to efficiently administer and interpret a variety of occupational therapy screens/assessments throughout the lifespan. Clinical reasoning in relationship to assessment will be emphasized and begin to be developed and throughout this course.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6265 Occupational Therapy in Mental and Behavioral Health

This course explores the person, environment, and occupation factors that influence occupational performance of adults and older adults with mental and behavioral health concerns. The role of social and structural determinants of health in mental and behavioral health is heavily threaded throughout the course, as students explore mental health at the intersection of systems and structures of society. In this course, students evaluate factors that affect occupational participation and performance for individuals with mental and behavioral health concerns, interpret findings, and design components of intervention plans for both individuals and groups using applicable theories, models, frames of reference, and best evidence. Emphasis is also placed on effective communication to develop, strengthen, and maintain therapeutic relationships throughout all aspects of the therapy process.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6282 Functional Anatomy and Neuroscience of Everyday Life

Students study the anatomical structures and functions that support daily activity. The neuromusculoskeletal substrates for activity, principles of kinesiology and biomechanics, and functions of the cardiorespiratory system are emphasized.  Laboratory experiences, case studies, palpation, human cadavers, and Team Based Learning (TBL), all enhance student learning.    Students practice clinical reasoning skills through the study of the human gross anatomy most relevant to occupational therapy practice. Students will apply anatomy content knowledge to the OT process through case studies. Upper extremity palpation skills provide hands-on reinforcement of anatomy knowledge while practicing the therapist-client relationship.    This foundational course explores the structures and functions of the nervous system as they relate to occupational performance. Students develop a basic understanding of the neural mechanisms that underlie motor function, sensation, perception, cognition, and affect. 

Credit 4 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 6290 Applying Biomechanical Approaches to Support Occupational Performance

Students learn to consider movement-related and physiological functions, functional mobility, and how to apply biomechanical principles to occupational performance.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6310 Elective MsOT to PhD Mentored Scholarship I

This is the first in a three-course sequence in which students participate in a mentored scholarship experience to prepare for entry into a PhD program. Students conduct clinical research or engage in the scholarship of teaching and learning under the direction of a researcher. Learning experiences include designing, implementing, evaluating, and disseminating research to advance knowledge translation, professional practice, service delivery, or professional issues. Students will actively participate in a research laboratory as a means to gain exposure to the skills needed to run an independent laboratory as a career scientist.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6325 OT With Children, Youth, and Families I

This is the first in a 2-course series designed to immerse students in the OT process with children, youth, and families. In this course, students will explore foundational knowledge regarding typical developmental trajectories and their associated adaptive functions within multiple contexts and applications to occupations. Students will then apply this knowledge to the OT process through case studies, exploring and practicing standardized assessments, non-standardized assessments, and functional observations. Common pediatric settings and their associated legislation will be discussed. Hands-on pediatric interaction will be provided in 1-2 lab sessions. Themes of identify-affirming practice (race, neurodiversity, gender, etc.) will be a thread throughout the course.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6335 Case-Based Learning: Clinical Reasoning and Applications in Pediatric Settings

In this first of a three-semester sequence, students study select health conditions and apply the occupational therapy process to cases with children and families under the guidance of a facilitator (CBL Tutor). Students integrate concepts learned in the evaluation and intervention coursework to analyze cases and design comprehensive evidence-based intervention plans using applicable theories, models, frames of reference and evidence. They select assessments, plan interventions, delineate OT/OTA roles, and make discharge recommendations that are client-centered and incorporate appropriate community resources.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6365 Professional Identity and Practice II: Role of OT in Medical Settings

This course is designed for future occupational therapists to explore the diverse roles and responsibilities of, and populations served by entry-level practitioners in medical settings. Students will engage in case studies, professional panels, and integrative learning activities designed to build clinical readiness to practice in medical settings along the continuum of care.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6370 Enabling Community Living and Assessing Environments

Students learn about the role of occupational therapy in population health and community environments. Topics include social determinants of health, universal design, environmental management, social policy, overview of durable medical equipment, factors related to community living and mobility. Students engage in environmental assessments and interventions for home and community environments

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6375 FW IC: Immersion in Pediatric Practice

This Level I fieldwork experience will provide an opportunity for students to apply their emerging clinical reasoning skills for assessing and interpreting developmental milestones in children. Students will also practice effective communication with other professionals in pediatric settings.

Credit 0 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6380 OTD Mentored Scholarship I

This is the first in a three-course sequence in which students participate in a mentored scholarship experience. Students conduct clinical research, clinical and community program development, or scholarship of teaching and learning within the mentor's line of scholarship. Learning experiences include designing, implementing, evaluating, and disseminating research to advance knowledge translation, professional practice, service delivery, or professional issues.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6390 Children and Youth With High Intensity Needs

This course is designed to provide students with in-depth training in working with children and youth with high intensity needs in the school setting. Students will have the opportunity participate in a variety of hands-on activities that facilitate the student's ability to apply evidence-based strategies for addressing the sensory, behavioral and communication needs of special education students in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Students will also participate in immersive learning experiences to apply learning in a school-based environment. Required for School Based Scholars.

Credit 1 unit.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6410 Elective MsOT to PhD Mentored Scholarship II

This is the second in a three-course sequence in which students participate in a mentored scholarship experience to prepare for entry into a PhD program. Students conduct clinical research or engage in the scholarship of teaching and learning under the direction of a researcher. Learning experiences include designing, implementing, evaluating, and disseminating research to advance knowledge translation, professional practice, service delivery, or professional issues. Students will actively participate in a research laboratory as a means to gain exposure to the skills needed to run an independent laboratory as a career scientist.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring

OT 6425 OT with Children, Youth, and Families II

This is the second in a 2-course series designed to immerse students in the OT process with children, youth, and families. In this course, students will build on the knowledge gained in the first course by further exploring pediatric practice within the OT process. Students will deepen their understanding of pediatric standardized assessments by administering, scoring, and interpreting assessments with peers and via online learning tools. Subsequently, students will build their skills of developing effective and occupation-based interventions for children and families. Intervention exploration will take place in active, experiential labs, including 1-2 hands-on pediatric labs, and case application. Intervention planning will be guided by evidence-based practice, client-centered considerations, and lived experience narratives. Considerations regarding practice setting and associated legislation will be applied in activities throughout the course. Themes of identify-affirming practice (race, neurodiversity, gender, etc.) will be a thread throughout the course.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 6435 Case-Based Learning: Clinical Reasoning and Applications in Adult Outpatient and Community Settings

In this second of a three-semester sequence, students study various health conditions and apply the occupational therapy process to cases under the guidance of a facilitator. Students integrate concepts learned in the evaluation and intervention coursework to design comprehensive evidence-based intervention plans using applicable theories, models, frames of reference and best evidence. They select assessments, plan interventions, delineate OT/OTA roles, and make discharge recommendations that are client-centered and incorporate appropriate community resources for outpatient and community settings.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 6440 OT in Physical Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology

This course explores the person, environment, and occupation factors that influence occupational performance of adults and older adults in outpatient settings. Students evaluate these factors, interpret findings, and design components of intervention plans using applicable theories, models, frames of reference and best evidence. Students will be exposed to a variety of Assistive Technology to enable occupational performance. Mechanisms for reimbursement, re-evaluation, and discharge planning as applicable to outpatient rehabilitation practice settings are addressed. 

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 6455 OT for Adults with Functional Cognition Challenges

This course explores the person, environment, and occupation factors that influence occupational performance of adults and older adults with cognitive challenges in outpatient and community settings. Emphasis is on strengthening interviewing and interpersonal communication skills, administering/interpreting/documenting performance based functional cognitive assessments, and being able to select/implement functional cognitive interventions according to evidenced based theories and frames of references.   Clinical reasoning is strengthened through development of observational skills, decision making processes, therapeutic use of self and cultural sensitivity/awareness utilized as part of the OT process.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 6475 Fieldwork I: Immersion in Adult Practice for Functional Cognitive Rehabilitation

This fieldwork experience will focus on providing students with guided practice experience through the OT process for live clients with functional cognitive challenges in the outpatient setting.  Students will further hone clinical communication skills in written and verbal forms, demonstrate cultural humility in clients and team interactions as well as skills for self-assessment and professional goal setting.

Credit 0 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 6480 OTD Mentored Scholarship II

This is the second in a three-coursesequencein which students participate in a mentored scholarship experience. Students conduct clinical research, clinical and community program development, or the scholarship of teaching and learning within the mentor's line of scholarship. Learning experiences will include designing, implementing, evaluating, and disseminating research to advance knowledge translation, professional practice, service delivery, or professional issues.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring

OT 6510 Elective MsOT to PhD Mentored Scholarship III

This is the third in a three-course sequence in which students participate in a mentored scholarship experience to prepare for entry into a PhD program. Students conduct clinical research or engage in the scholarship of teaching and learning under the direction of a researcher. Learning experiences include designing, implementing, evaluating, and disseminating research to advance knowledge translation, professional practice, service delivery, or professional issues. Students will actively participate in a research laboratory as a means to gain exposure to the skills needed to run an independent laboratory as a career scientist.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6525 Management Skills for OT Professionals

The management course is designed to equip entry-level occupational therapy (OT) practitioners with the necessary skills for management across diverse treatment settings. The focus will be on essential management and organizational principles applicable to occupational therapy service provision. This includes aspects such as competency-based staff management and development, billing and financial oversight, program evaluation and leadership within the profession and marketing of occupational therapy services. The course will utilize real-world interactions with managers, clinic leaders, community agencies, interprofessional teams, and entrepreneurs to provide students with valuable experiential learning opportunities in multiple practice environments.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6535 Case-Based Learning: Clinical Reasoning and Applications in Adult Practice Settings

In this third of a three-semester sequence, students study select health conditions and apply the occupational therapy process to cases under the guidance of a facilitator. Students integrate concepts learned in prior coursework to design comprehensive evidence-based intervention plans using applicable theories, models, frames of reference and best evidence. They select assessments, administer assessments, plan interventions, administer interventions, delineate OT/OTA roles, and make discharge recommendations that are client-centered and incorporate appropriate community resources applicable to adult practice settings including acute care, inpatient, outpatient and community.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6540 OT in Inpatient Rehabilitation

This course explores the person, environment, and occupation factors that influence occupational performance of adults and older adults in medical settings. Students evaluate these factors, interpret findings, and design components of intervention plans using applicable theories, models, frames of reference and best evidence. Mechanisms for reimbursement, re-evaluation, and discharge planning as applicable to inpatient rehabilitation practice settings are addressed. Students are engaged in hands-on laboratory learning to build confidence and competence in clinical skills required to effectively practice in acute care hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, and skilled nursing centers.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6565 Professional Identity and Practice III: Role of OT in Academic and Clinical Education Settings

This course introduces students to the various professional roles required of academic and fieldwork educators. Students will understand and apply the essentials of the teaching and learning process, including educational philosophies, learning theories, curriculum and instructional design, evidence-informed teaching strategies, and assessment of learning.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6575 Fieldwork IE: Immersion in Adult Practice for Physical Rehabilitation

This final level I fieldwork experience will provide students with the opportunity to participate in the OT process in physical rehabilitation settings with feedback from an OT practitioner. As the final experience prior to Level II Fieldwork, this rotation emphasizes the student's ability to modify their own behavior and therapeutic approach based on feedback and further develop their skills at self-monitoring their professional growth and setting goals for continued development in Level II fieldwork.

Credit 0 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6580 Preparation for Level II Fieldwork and Entry-Level Practice

This final level I fieldwork experience will provide students with the opportunity to participate in the OT process in physical rehabilitation settings with feedback from an OT practitioner. As the final experience prior to Level II Fieldwork, this rotation emphasizes the student's ability to modify their own behavior and therapeutic approach based on feedback and further develop their skills at self-monitoring their professional growth and setting goals for continued development in Level II fieldwork.

Credit 2 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6585 Preparation for Level II Fieldwork and Entry-Level Practice

This course provides future occupational therapists with the knowledge, skills and support to navigate the transition from student to entry-level practitioner, and to develop strategies that promote the student's personal and professional growth as a representative of the profession and institution. Students will gain knowledge of the requirements for attaining and maintaining the credentials required for OT practice. Students will also practice strategies for ethical decision making, interprofessional collaboration, supervision of other OT personnel, managing conflict and effective strategies for feedback. Orientation to Level II fieldwork is covered.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6590 Specialized Elective in OT Practice I

Specialized Electives vary from year to year. More detailed descriptions of each option will be distributed when they are available.

Credit 1 unit.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6595 Specialized Elective in OT Practice II

Specialized Electives vary from year to year. More detailed descriptions of each option will be distributed when they are available.

Credit 1 unit.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 6610 Practice Application: Fieldwork IIA

Provides fieldwork experience under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. Students receive in-depth practice experience and establish entry-level competency in delivering occupational therapy services within a practice setting. Students have the opportunity to practice in a variety of clinical or community-based settings. During the fieldwork process, students are expected to assume increasing responsibilities related to patient or client care. Duration is 12 weeks of full-time practice or equivalent.

Credit 6 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6620 Practice Application: Fieldwork IIB

Provides fieldwork experience under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. Students receive in-depth practice experience and establish entry-level competency in delivering occupational therapy services within a practice setting. Students have the opportunity to practice in a variety of clinical or community-based settings. During the fieldwork process, students are expected to assume increasing responsibilities related to patient or client care. Duration is 12 weeks of full-time practice or equivalent.

Credit 6 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6710 Designing Population Health Initiatives

Students design a population health initiative using the Person-Environment-Occupation-Performance (PEOP) approach. Students synthesize interdisciplinary knowledge from multiple sources to address a societal issue on a population level. This project can relate to the student's mentored scholarship, FW experiences, a personal interest or planned capstone experience to support best or emerging roles for OT practice, to address a societal need.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6720 Translational Science in Action

Students explore the construct of translational science and the challenges of integrating evidence into practice. Advocating for and using evidence in clinical settings has many barriers; strategies to influence professional practice through application of evidence are integral to this course.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6730 Leadership in Occupational Therapy

This course immerses students in the basic principles of personal and professional leadership theories and practices necessary for success in a dynamic healthcare environment, including emerging practice areas and advocacy roles. Key areas of focus include core values, personal and professional development and wellbeing, ethical leadership and supervision, program evaluation, continuous quality improvement, and managing change and transitions.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6910 Doctoral Capstone Proposal

Students prepare for the capstone experience in collaboration with their faculty mentor and deliver a proposal for the capstone experience and project in one of the following areas of focus: clinical skills, research skills, administration, program development and evaluation, policy development, advocacy, education or leadership. This course builds from the Professional Identity and Practice and Fieldwork Preparation courses as students learn strategies for self-directed learning and developing a positive mentorship relationship with a content expert.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6920 Doctoral Capstone Project

Students document their scholarship work related to the capstone experience. Evidence of scholarship may be a variety of products as they are relevant to the student's chosen area of focus and project work, including but not limited to: a protocol or guide for a community program, a business development plan, a systematic review of the literature, a research manuscript, course syllabi or course development materials, policies and procedures, or other scholarly writing that demonstrates a synthesis of the knowledge and skills gained through the capstone experience. The course culminates with dissemination of the student's scholarly work. Taken concurrently with 6930 Doctoral Capstone Experience.

Credit 1 unit.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 6930 Doctoral Capstone Experience

This course provides a 14-week customized student experience specific to doctoral pursuits and allows for professional development in an area of interest under the mentorship of a content expert and faculty mentor. Students may engage in experiences that provide in-depth exposure to clinical skills, research skills, administration, leadership, advocacy, program development and evaluation, policy development, or education. Students work toward achieving individual learning objectives established in collaboration with their mentors. Taken concurrently with 6920 Doctoral Capstone Project.

Credit 7 units.

OT 7000 Leading Change and Advancing Practice

Using foundational professional and leadership theories, this course emphasizes the dynamic assets of occupational therapy across practice settings, populations, and impact areas. Students will enhance their ability to confidently articulate the unique role of occupational therapy as well as gain tangible skills to lead and engage in emerging and innovative practice areas.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Summer

OT 7011 Literature and Ebp for the OT Practitioner

In this course, students will critically analyze professional and non-professional literature and evidence to answer occupational therapy practice questions and guide decision-making and professional reasoning. The course covers topics such as literature search strategies, critical appraisal of research articles and gray literature, and application of evidence to practice. Students will learn to use evidence-based practice to improve outcomes, increase efficiency, and enhance their own professional development. As part of the course, students will compile a literature review to guide their doctoral project. 

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 7021 Advanced Theory Implementation

Students learn to critically analyze educational, developmental, and environmental theories and use them to guide decision-making and professional reasoning. By course completion, students will have the skills and knowledge necessary to apply a wide variety of theories and models in their professional and clinical practice. As part of the course, students will write a theoretical basis summary to guide their doctoral project.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 7031 Outcomes and Evaluation

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to assess and measure outcomes effectively, enabling them to contribute to evidence-based practice and improve person-centered care and services. Students will learn how to design and implement evaluation plans that align with organizational objectives and standards, including goal setting, selecting appropriate evaluation methods, data collection strategies, and analyzing and reporting findings. As part of the course, students will create an evaluation plan to assess the outcomes of their doctoral project.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 7041 Advanced Practice Through Experiential Learning

This course provides students the opportunity to implement and evaluate their doctoral projects. In conjunction with the course instructor and the doctoral project mentor, students will implement a plan, document the outcomes, and strategically evaluate the results in preparation for dissemination. Student participation in this course is primarily self-driven with general oversight provided by the course instructor and doctoral mentor. There will be the opportunity for collaboration with peers throughout the course.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 7051 Communicating Ideas

This course is designed for healthcare professionals to improve their communication skills to effectively and intentionally communicate ideas and concepts to a wide variety of audiences. The course covers topics such as effective communication strategies, public speaking and presenting, written communication, social media, and innovative ways of disseminating ideas and knowledge. As part of the course, students create dissemination materials for their doctoral projects.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 7200 Healthcare Education: Theory and Foundations

This online doctoral-level course is designed to provide healthcare professionals with an understanding of the theory and foundations of healthcare education. It covers a variety of learning theories and models of content delivery. Students will engage in practical exercises and case studies to develop skills. The course offers flexibility with self-paced modules, interactive activities, and collaborative discussions to reinforce learning.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

OT 7215 Curriculum Design for Healthcare Education

This course is designed for healthcare professionals to develop their skills in designing effective healthcare education curricula and courses. The course covers topics such as instructional design principles, learning objectives, content selection, and backward design. This course equips students with the essential skills needed to design and develop learner-centered educational programs.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

OT 7220 Implementing Best Practices in Teaching

In this course, you will explore and implement evidence-based theoretical frameworks and practical teaching strategies designed to enhance student engagement and promote both personal and professional development. Through a combination of research-driven approaches and hands-on applications, you will gain the skills necessary to create learning environments that support all learners in achieving their full potential. 

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

OT 7230 Assessment and Program Evaluation in Healthcare Education

This course is designed for healthcare professionals who want to develop their skills in designing and implementing effective assessments for their educational programs. The course covers topics such as assessment design, validity and reliability, assessment types, and assessment strategies. Students will learn how to use assessments to measure learning outcomes and improve educational practices. By course completion, students will be able to design and deliver effective assessments that meet varied learning needs.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 7300 Leadership: Theory and Practice

This doctoral-level course provides an overview of leadership and management theory and practice in organizations. Topics include leadership styles, organizational behavior, communication, and decision-making. Through engaging discussions, case studies, and assignments, students will develop the essential skills needed to lead effectively and create collaborative environments that maximize organizational performance across a wide range of professional settings.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

OT 7310 Outcomes Focused Leadership

This course focuses on developing leadership skills that prioritize outcomes and results in both healthcare and non-traditional settings. The course covers topics such as setting and measuring goals, outcome evaluation, data-driven decision-making, and accountability. Students will engage in case studies and practical exercises to develop hands-on experience. By course completion, students will be well-equipped to lead their teams towards achieving measurable and impactful outcomes.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

OT 7320 Identifying Value and Improving Performance

This online course is designed to provide professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and improve value and performance in their organizations. The course covers topics such as performance measurement, best practices for process and quality improvement, and advocacy. Students will learn how to design and implement strategies to improve the quality and effectiveness of organizational services and measure and evaluate their impact. By course completion, students will be able to apply these concepts in their professional practice, leading to better outcomes and improved organizational performance.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 7330 Effective Leadership for Change and Transition

This doctoral-level course focuses on developing leadership skills necessary to lead change and transition in their organizations. The course covers topics such as change management, strategic planning, innovation, and transformational leadership. Students will engage in case studies and practical exercises to develop hands-on experience. By course completion, students will be well-equipped to lead their teams through change and transition while effectively managing resistance and ensuring positive outcomes.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 7400 Doctoral Project: Ideate

In this 1-credit course, students will learn the fundamentals of project management and collaborate with their doctoral mentor, the course faculty, and peers to begin to develop their doctoral project. This course integrates content from the core courses to facilitate the completion of an evidence-based and theory-driven doctoral project concept. This course also includes required networking and regular meetings with the student's doctoral mentor.

Credit 1 unit.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 7410 Doctoral Project: Design

This course builds upon the concept created in the previous Doctoral Project course and focuses on the overall design of the doctoral project. Using project management techniques and various design methods, students will develop a plan to implement and evaluate their doctoral project. This course also includes required networking and regular meetings with the student's doctoral mentor.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Summer

OT 7420 Doctoral Project: Implement and Evaluate

This course focuses on implementing and evaluating the doctoral project plan designed in the previous semester. It runs concurrently with the Advanced Practice through Experiential Learning course where the doctoral project is implemented. This course also includes required networking and regular meetings with the student's doctoral mentor.

Credit 1 unit.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 7430 Doctoral Project: Disseminate

This is the final course in the doctoral project sequence. It focuses on the dissemination of the doctoral project through various mediums, both traditional and non-traditional. It builds on the content learned in the Communicating Ideas course and will culminate in the public dissemination of the project at Scholarship Day. Students will also finalize their doctoral project portfolio, in conjunction with both faculty and their doctoral project mentor.

Credit 1 unit.

Typical periods offered: Spring

OT 8650 Theories, Models and Classifications

This course will explore the historical and theoretical foundations of Rehabilitation and Participation Science and track the development of rehabilitation models and classification systems. Students will find and use specific theories to ground their understanding of the area of their specialization, and they will be taught how to classify and apply levels of evidence to build the background for their doctoral work. The course will be team-taught with students and include faculty presentations and discussions.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall

OT 8660 Biopsychosocial Factors Influencing Performance

The course will provide an in-depth understanding of the biomedical research literature pertaining to factors that influence performance. The course focuses on psychological, physiological, sensory, perceptual, motor, cognitive processes as well as subjective and objective assessments of the environment for home, work and community contexts that contribute to performance and performance changes with rehabilitation. The course will be team taught with a combination of lecture and seminar formats to lay the foundational principles of performance and to discuss how the capacity to perform supports participation.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Spring, Summer

OT 8670 Environment Factors and Participation

The course will provide an in-depth understanding of person-environment interactions and the link between biomedical factors and community participation. The course focuses on the physical, technology and policy aspects of the environment that impact participation of persons with or at risk for chronic illness or disability. The course will be team taught with a combination of lecture and seminar formats.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring

OT 8680 Measurement Theory and Development

The course will provide a broad framework and specific knowledge for assessment in areas of rehabilitation and participation. The course focuses on psychological, physiological, sensory, perceptual, motor, cognitive processes as well as subjective and objective assessments of the environment for home, work and community contexts. The course will be team taught with a combination of lecture and discussion formats.

Credit 3 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

OT 8720 Teaching Practicum I

The teaching practicum provides an opportunity to engage in a focused and supervised classroom teaching experience. The student's teaching should be in a content area relevant to the student's area of interest.

Credit 1 unit.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring

OT 8770 Research Seminar

Regular meeting where research is presented and discussed. Presentations will be made by Washington University faculty, faculty outside the university, and students.

Credit 1 unit.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring

OT 8780 Research Practicum

The mentored research credit units will be used to develop the research skills of the student. The student will work with the mentor's guidance to conduct research that adds value to the laboratory and gains experience for the student. The mentored independent studies should lead to refereed publications and may contribute to the dissertation research.

Credit 1-12 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

OT 9000 Full-Time Graduate Research/Study

Full-time graduate study and/or research.

Credit 0 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring

OT 9001 Full-Time Graduate Research in Absentia

Full-time graduate study and/or research.

Credit 0 units.

Typical periods offered: Fall, Spring

OT 9002 Full-Time Graduate Study Extension

Full-time graduate study and/or research.

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Typical periods offered: Spring