Building on previously learned knowledge and skills, this course focuses on the practical skills required to successfully assist the occupational therapist and their clients in an acute care setting. The course emphasizes occupational therapy treatments and interventions for clients to promote independent activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) within an acute care setting.
Prerequisites
OPTA 1133.
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What you will learn
- Occupational therapy intervention in acute care setting
- Development and prevention of pressure injuries
- Wheelchair positioning and adaptation
- Positioning and supportive devices
- Mattress basics
- Managing challenging behaviours in acute care
- Clients with altered mental status in acute care
- ADL and IADL strategies for acute care clients
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42662 |
March 17, 2026 to April 23, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.