OTH 602: Evaluation and Intervention of Preschool and School-based Occupational Therapy

This course offers a comprehensive exploration of occupational therapy's critical role in supporting preschool and school-age children within the diverse landscape of public and private school environments. It aims to equip students with both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise. Throughout the course, students will gain an understanding of the legislative framework that guides practice in an educational setting. Students will practice skills needed for identifying individual students' unique needs and crafting interventions and explore diverse models of service delivery to document progress and outcomes. Students will gain insights into how diseases and disabilities impact students' educational experiences and develop strategies to facilitate smooth transitions from school to adult services. Upon completing this course, students will be able to provide highly customized and educationally relevant services to school-age children.