Professional Practice 3

Course code OPTA 2434

Credit 2.0

Length 45.0 hours

Course outline View

This course continues to build on the skills and knowledge required by the occupational therapist assistant (OTA) and physical therapist assistant (PTA) explored in previous Professional Practice courses. More complex ethical and psychosocial dilemmas related to mental health are discussed. There is also a focus on further development of reflective practice and mentorship.

Prerequisites

OPTA 1353.

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What you will learn

  • 1. Advanced ethics
    2. Advanced psychosocial issues
    3. Practicum preparation and goal setting
    4. Reflection
    5. Mentorship

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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.