Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

The primary purpose of the qualification is to provide learners with

1 a qualification which can be registered with the Professional Board of Occupational Therapy (HPCSA)

2 sound scientific knowledge and competence to practise occupational therapy in a wide variety of public &private welfare, educational &industrial settings and in particular at al levels of health care.

3 a responsible athtude towards meeting the challenging and changing health needs of the country; and who is committed towards the improvement (to ensure the quality of the occupational

therapy services profession)

4 integrated therapeutic, organisational & management competencies to plan, resource & manage occupational therapy services for individuals, groups and communities

Prior to the commencement of this qualification it is assumed that the learner has

3.1 Knowledge of mathematics and /or physical science at a matriculation exemption level

3.2 English language reading, writing and conversation skills

The Rules and Regulations of the University and/or those of the Medical and Dental Professionals Board of the Health Professions Council of South Africa.

Specific Outcomes.

The learner is competent to

1 Apply assessment & intervention techniques to enhance occupational performance/function

1. Demonstrate knowledge of natural, social, clinical and occupational sciences
2. Plan & implement health promotion programmes for optimal occupational performance.
3. Apply scientific occupational therapy skills and technologies in the delivery of comprehensive occupational therapy to the patient, family and community.

5 Function within a multi-disciplinary health related team.

6 Demonstrate a holistic approach to client/patient care.

7 Conduct and utilise research to plan, implement and evaluate concepts and strategies to ensure quality practice.

8 Behave in a professional, responsible, ethical manner.

Critical Cross-field Outcomes

a Identifying and solving problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.

b Working effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, community.

c Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.

d Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information.

e Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion.

f Using science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.

g Demonstrating understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.

h Contributing to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large, by making it the underlying intention of any programme of learning to make an individual aware of the importance of:

Reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively;

Participating as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities.

Being culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts;

Exploring education and career opportunities; and

Developing entrepreneurial opportunities.

a Solve problems by means of a holistic approach to client/patient's needs; and by generating alternative strategies of dealing with the problems encountered.

b Relate theoretical and practical knowledge to the clinical or clients environment.

c Present case studies to communicate learning gained from fieldwork experience.

d Plan and implement health related programmes by empowering individuals and communities.

e Report formally on research findings

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1 Correct selection of screening, assessment tools and techniques.

2 Accurate and effective recording of assessment information.

3 Accurate interpretation of all information to make an occupational performance diagnosis.

4 Develop and implement a specific occupational therapy intervention plan indicating specific skills.

5 Client/patient responses to interventions are evaluated systematically and regularly.

6 Appropriate intervention planning and efficient execution of the plan with effective outcomes.

7 Accurate documentation of procedures and results, including evaluation of the process.

8 Professional conduct

INTEGRATED ASSESSMENT TO ENSURE THAT THE PURPOSE OF THE QUALIFICATION IS ACHIEVED

Written, oral and clinical examinations

Assignments and reports

Case presentations