Building on previous learned knowledge and skills, this course focuses on the practical skills required to successfully assist the Occupational Therapist and their clients with varied neurological conditions. The course emphasizes occupational therapy treatments and interventions for clients with neurological and/or mental health conditions and the promotion of independent activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
Prerequisites
OPTA 1243, OPTA 1246, OPTA 1352.
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What you will learn
- Modifying and fabricating adaptive devices
- Upper extremity rehabilitation
- Splints for the neurological client
- Seating and positioning for the neurological client
- Communication strategies/boards
- Cognitive and perceptual rehabilitation
- ADL and IADL strategies for neurological conditions
- Occupational therapy intervention for clients with progressive neurological disorders
- Occupational therapy intervention for clients with spinal cord injury
- Psychosocial rehabilitation
- ADL and IADL strategies for clients with mental health conditions
- Trauma and violence informed care
- Stress Management and Relaxation Techniques
- Documentation - Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
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.
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.