OT 600. Assistive Technology and Environmental Modification in Occupational Therapy Practice

Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 012259 Grading Basis GRD

This course provides an overview of policies, laws and best practices for implementation of assistive technology and environmental modifications to support attainment of clients’ outcomes across the lifespan in occupational therapy practice. Students will have opportunities to evaluate diverse clients’ needs for assistive technology as well as select, design, and adapt technologies and environments in ways that support clients’ engagement in occupations, reduce technology abandonment, and promote health, wellbeing and participation. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the occupational therapy program and successful completion of all previous courses in the curriculum or permission of the program director.