OT 500. Foundations and Frameworks for Advanced Occupational Therapy. (3 Credits)

This course examines the foundational principles of occupational therapy in advanced practice, emphasizing the profession’s evolution, philosophy, ethics, and standards. Students will analyze occupational therapy’s role across diverse settings and global contexts, exploring theories, frames of reference, healthcare policy, advocacy, and the unique therapeutic value of occupation. (Fall)

Course Fees: $115

OT 501. Occupational Performance across the Lifespan. (3 Credits)

This course examines occupational performance across the lifespan, emphasizing the therapist’s role in evaluating participation and developing client-centered, evidence-based interventions. Students will analyze the influence of multiple factors on occupation, strengthen clinical reasoning, and design occupation-based evaluations and treatment plans. (Fall)

Course Fees: $115

OT 502. Clinical Pathophysiology for OT. (3 Credits)

This course explores clinical pathology with emphasis on conditions relevant to occupational therapy. Students will examine disease processes across major body systems, their medical and therapeutic implications, and their impact on occupational performance, using case-based learning to support client-centered evaluation and intervention. (Fall)

Course Fees: $115

OT 503. Advanced Functional Anatomy (with Lab). (4 Credits)

This course provides an advanced study of functional human anatomy and kinesiology with a direct focus on purposeful movement as it relates to occupational performance. Students will engage in the analysis of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular structures to evaluate their contributions to movement, posture, and functional activity. Emphasis is placed on distinguishing typical from atypical movement patterns, applying activity analysis, gaining clinical skills, and integrating clinical reasoning to inform intervention planning, habilitation, and rehabilitation across diverse populations. (Fall)

Course Fees: $115

OT 504. Neuroanatomy. (3 Credits)

This course provides foundational knowledge of the human nervous system with an emphasis on the structural and functional organization of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. Students will examine neurophysiological processes, sensory and motor pathways, and mechanisms of neuroplasticity that influence occupational performance. Focus is placed on understanding how damage to specific neurological structures impacts cognition, movement, sensation, behavior, and emotional regulation. (Spring)

Course Fees: $115

OT 505. OT for Neurological Conditions (with Lab). (4 Credits)

This course applies neuroanatomy to occupational therapy practice, focusing on evaluation and intervention for clients with neurological conditions. Students will develop evidence-based, client-centered plans addressing motor, sensory, cognitive, and visual deficits through occupation-based approaches. (Spring)

Course Fees: $115

OT 506. Clinical Documentation and Reasoning in Occupational Therapy. (3 Credits)

This course develops professional documentation skills for occupational therapy practice, emphasizing adherence to professional standards and requirements. Students will learn to articulate clinical reasoning, document the need for occupational therapy services, write measurable client-centered goals, and apply best practices for written and electronic health records across diverse settings. (Spring)

Course Fees: $115

OT 507. OT for Pediatric Conditions (with Lab). (4 Credits)

This course develops professional competencies in evaluation and intervention strategies with pediatric clients from birth through adolescence. Students will apply theoretical frameworks and evidence-based practice to assess occupational performance and design client-centered interventions that support participation and development. (Spring)

Course Fees: $115

OT 508. Fieldwork Experience IA. (1 Credit)

This course introduces the occupational therapy process across diverse and emerging practice settings. Students will develop professional habits, communication, and interprofessional skills while applying clinical reasoning to identify opportunities for OT intervention and articulate its distinct value. (Spring)

Course Fees: $115

OT 509. Research Methods in Occupational Therapy. (3 Credits)

This course introduces research methods in occupational therapy and related health professions. Students will explore components of healthcare research, critically evaluate research, and apply evidence to support professional practice. (Summer)

Course Fees: $115

OT 510. OT for Mental Health Conditions (with lab). (4 Credits)

This course explores the role of occupational therapy in supporting mental health and psychosocial well-being across the lifespan. Students will apply trauma-informed and recovery-oriented approaches, promote occupational justice and meaningful participation, and develop professional reasoning to plan and implement interventions in diverse practice settings. (Summer)

Course Fees: $115

OT 511. Assistive Technology (with lab). (2 Credits)

This course explores assistive technology and durable medical equipment in occupational therapy. Students will assess clients and environments, select appropriate technologies to support participation and independence, and apply professional reasoning to integrate assistive technology into client-centered interventions. (Summer)

Course Fees: $115

OT 512. Fieldwork Experience IB. (1 Credit)

This course continues the occupational therapy process across diverse and emerging practice settings. Students will develop professional habits, communication, and interprofessional skills while applying clinical reasoning to identify opportunities for OT intervention and articulate its distinct value. Prerequisite: OT 508: Fieldwork Experience 1A. (Summer)

Course Fees: $115

OT 600. OT for Orthopedic Conditions (with lab). (3 Credits)

This course applies occupational therapy principles to individuals with orthopedic conditions. Students will assess the impact on occupational performance and develop client-centered, occupation-based interventions using clinical reasoning and evidence-informed strategies. (Fall)

Course Fees: $115

OT 601. Community-based and Specialized Practice. (3 Credits)

This course explores community-based occupational therapy and the evaluation of community needs to promote health and well-being. Students will apply occupational therapy approaches while considering social and cultural factors and developing professional reasoning, collaboration, and leadership skills. (Fall)

Course Fees: $115

OT 602. OT with the Older Adult (with lab). (4 Credits)

This course examines factors affecting occupational performance in older adulthood through end-of-life. Students will assess the impact of health conditions on participation, interpret findings to guide interventions, and apply professional reasoning to support well-being and engagement in meaningful occupations. (Fall)

Course Fees: $115

OT 603. Management in OT. (3 Credits)

This course explores administrative and leadership aspects of occupational therapy practice. Students will examine management, program development, and service delivery while applying leadership and strategic planning skills across diverse practice settings. (Fall)

Course Fees: $115

OT 604. Fieldwork Experience IC. (1 Credit)

This course continues the occupational therapy process across diverse and emerging practice settings. Students will develop professional habits, communication, and interprofessional skills while applying clinical reasoning to identify opportunities for OT intervention and articulate its distinct value. Prerequisite: OT 508: Fieldwork Experience IA OT 512: Fieldwork Experience IB. (Fall)

Course Fees: $115

OT 605. Evidence-based Practice. (3 Credits)

This course advances students’ skills in appraising, synthesizing, and applying evidence to occupational therapy practice. Students will integrate research with professional reasoning and client factors to guide interventions and advocacy. (Spring)

Course Fees: $115

OT 606. Fieldwork Experience IIA. (6 Credits)

This full-time clinical experience provides advanced practice in delivering client-centered occupational therapy services. Under supervision, students apply clinical reasoning, evidence-based assessment, and occupation-based interventions, developing autonomy in evaluation, intervention, and outcome assessment across diverse populations and settings. Prerequisite: OT 508: Fieldwork Experience IA OT 512: Fieldwork Experience IB OT 604: Fieldwork Experience 1C. (Spring)

Course Fees: $115

OT 607. Fieldwork Experience IIB. (6 Credits)

This full-time clinical experience provides advanced practice in delivering client-centered occupational therapy services. Under supervision, students apply clinical reasoning, evidence-based assessment, and occupation-based interventions, developing autonomy in evaluation, intervention, and outcome assessment across diverse populations and settings. Prerequisite: OT 508: Fieldwork Experience: IA OT 512: Fieldwork Experience: IB OT 604: Fieldwork Experience: IC OT 606: Fieldwork Experience: IIA. (Summer)

Course Fees: $115