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Online Occupational Therapy Aide Course

PCDI Canada's online Occupational Therapy Aide course curriculum will provide you with the theory and work practices you need to pursue entry-level employment as an occupational therapy aide. You'll have the opportunity to learn real-world skills that will set you apart from other applicants when you look for work. The course curriculum was developed for you need to become an occupational therapy aide, in a program that gives you the freedom to learn at your own pace.

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Occupational Therapy Aide Orientation

Occupational Therapy Aide Orientation 

In this course, you’ll examine the goals and values of Ashworth College, time management, creating a realistic weekly and monthly study schedule, the nature and purpose of assessments, how to study effectively to prepare for and take an online examination, and developing the skill sets necessary for success in the twenty-first century. You’ll also learn more about the allied health career options that are available to you and the necessary information you’ll need to be ethical, professional, and successful in those roles.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to do the following:

  • Identify skills needed to be a confident and independent online learner.
  • Describe the various available allied health professions and the legal and ethical issues each one faces.

Lesson Group 1: Medical and Body Systems Terminology

Lesson Group 1: Medical and Body Systems Terminology 

In this course, you’ll learn how to define basic medical terms and describe the anatomy and physiology of different body systems. You’ll also review the terminology associated with surgical procedures and chronic and infectious diseases.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to do the following:

  • Explain how to build, define, and analyze medical terms.
  • Define terms and abbreviations associated with different body systems.
  • Identify the characteristics of various surgical treatments and major chronic and infectious diseases.

Lesson Group 2: Occupational Therapy Fundamentals

Lesson Group 2: Occupational Therapy Fundamentals 

In this course, you’ll learn about the nature and scope of occupational therapy, as well as the common responsibilities of occupational therapy personnel. You’ll also explore the philosophies, principles, and issues that influence occupational therapy and review the duties of different members of the rehabilitation team in various settings.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to do the following:

  • Summarize the role and responsibilities of those working in the occupational therapy profession.
  • Describe the foundation of occupational therapy and its emerging trends and practice areas.
  • Identify the influences, principles, issues, and trends that impact the rehabilitation team.

Lesson Group 3: Occupational Therapy Framework and Workplace Safety

Lesson Group 3: Occupational Therapy Framework and Workplace Safety 

This course begins with a definition of areas of occupation and activities of daily living. Then, you’ll learn about the occupational therapy referral, screening, and evaluation processes and review different theories, interventions, activities, principles, and approaches. You’ll also review safe work practices for the healthcare setting.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to do the following:

  • Identify areas of occupation and activities of daily living.
  • Summarize the occupational therapy evaluation, intervention, and outcomes process.
  • Recognize the models, modalities, and principal tools used by the occupational therapy team.
  • Explain the safe work procedures and equipment used by occupational therapy aides.

Lesson Group 4: Workplace Behavior, Occupational Therapy Equipment, and Treatment Strategies

Lesson Group 4: Workplace Behavior, Occupational Therapy Equipment, and Treatment Strategies 

In this course, you’ll explore ways that the occupational therapy aide and members of the rehabilitation team can convey professionalism in a healthcare setting. You’ll also learn about different types of assistive-technology devices and how to use and care for them. Finally, you’ll review case studies related to occupational therapy that employ different techniques in different settings and conditions.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to do the following:

  • Identify ways that members of the rehabilitation team convey professionalism.
  • Differentiate between assistive-technology devices and how they’re used.
  • Recognize how occupational therapy is used in different settings and situations.

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Program Description

The Occupational Therapy Aide program is designed to provide you with the knowledge of the fundamental skills required of occupational therapy aides. You’ll learn about medical terminology and the principles, practices, issues, strategies, equipment, and devices used by occupational therapy aides and the rehabilitation team.

Program Objectives

After completing the Occupational Therapy Aide program, students will be able to:

  1. Identify and define commonly used medical terms and explain how to use word elements to interpret unfamiliar medical terminology.
  2. Identify the important milestones and people that shaped the occupational therapy field.
  3. Recognize the roles and responsibilities of the members of the rehabilitative team.
  4. Identify the significance of the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework domain and process, and recognize how important the Occupational Therapy Aide duties responsibilities, including workplace safety, are to the occupational therapy process.
  5. Recognize the importance of customer service in the occupational therapy setting, identify occupational therapy equipment used in the treatment process, how to use the equipment, and the safety procedures required while using this equipment.

Our occupational therapy aide training curriculum is flexible and self-paced. Call 1-800-535-1613 or enroll online today.

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