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2012-2014 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

OT 6410 - Pediatrics and Developmental Disabilities

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This course is designed to identify theories, frames of references, and models utilized within the scope of pediatric practice. This course will review etiology, development, management and prognosis of common pediatric conditions including developmental, medical and educational diagnoses. Childhood occupations will be explored as they relate to client factors, performance skills, performance patterns, contexts, and activity demands. Students will investigate the role of OT in a variety of pediatric service delivery models. Instruction will incorporate diversity and cultural competency to facilitate a client/family centered focus across the spectrum of pediatric disabilities. The course will incorporate the core threads of theories, professional reasoning, evidence-based practice, Jesuit values, and cultural competency will be embedded in course activities, assignments and assessments.

Corequisite: OT 6420 .