Community Development in Occupational Therapy Education

2021 ◽  
pp. 276-305
Author(s):  
Anne-Mie Engelen ◽  
Carla Regina Silva ◽  
Inmaculada Zango Martín ◽  
Lizahn Gracia Cloete ◽  
Sandra Schiller ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Community Development ◽  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Occupational Therapy Education ◽  
Occupational Therapy Students ◽  
The World ◽  
Development Processes ◽  
Community Issues ◽  
Therapy Education

Occupational therapists consider community-centered practices such as community development essential practice domains. In some parts of the world, community development is strongly embedded in occupational therapy practice, while in other places this approach is emerging and need strengthening. This chapter outlines the synergy between occupational therapy, community development, sustainable development, and critical citizenship. In doing so, it will consider the profession's understanding of the value of an occupational perspective in critically addressing community issues and aiming for sustainable development. A module to prepare occupational therapy students for their potential role in community development processes is associated with case studies from three different continents. These examples give a rich image of community development approaches within occupational therapy practice.

scholarly journals Apprehension and interest

2017 ◽  
Vol 45 (1) ◽  
pp. 40-51 ◽  
Author(s):  
Esther Linnane ◽  
Alison Warren
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Occupational Therapy Education ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Republic Of Ireland ◽  
Occupational Therapy Students ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Time Basis ◽  
Therapy Education

Purpose Role-emerging placements have been used internationally within occupational therapy education but are relatively new to Ireland. At times, there has been a debate in the profession regarding the use of this placement model. This paper aims to generate views from both occupational therapists and occupational therapy students on the use of role-emerging placements in the Republic of Ireland. Design/methodology/approach Electronic surveys were administered to occupational therapy students and occupational therapists in Ireland. Quantitative data were analysed using the SPSS Statistics software package and the content of the open question responses were analysed into themes. Findings Occupational therapists (n = 60) and occupational therapy students (n = 45) indicated that there were inconsistent views surrounding role-emerging placements. It is deemed as an effective method for student learning, but apprehension exists around inclusion within occupational therapy programmes in the Republic of Ireland. Preference was indicated towards inclusion of role-emerging placements on a part-time basis within formal occupational therapy education. Originality/value Both respondent groups viewed that role-emerging placements can positively influence new areas of occupational therapy practice and concern over the use of the placement model requires further exploration and debate. This study is from an Irish context, although there are similarities with other countries’ use of the placement model. There is a need for research through an in-depth exploration of the learning experience of undertaking role-emerging placements from the students’ perspective and identification of supports required to promote an optimal learning experience.

The entry-level occupational therapy clinical doctorate: The next education wave of change in Canada?

2016 ◽  
Vol 83 (5) ◽  
pp. 306-316 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ted Brown ◽  
Jeffrey L. Crabtree ◽  
Joe Wells ◽  
Keli Mu
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
The United States ◽  
Occupational Therapy Education ◽  
Clinical Doctorate ◽  
Entry Level ◽  
Key Issues ◽  
Pros And Cons ◽  
Therapy Education

Background. Currently, Canada and the United States are the only two countries that mandate entry to the occupational therapy profession at the master’s level. There was a recommendation considered by the American Occupational Therapy Association that by 2025 all education programs would move to the clinical doctorate level. In August 2015, the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education made the formal decision that for now, the entry-level qualification for occupational therapists in the United States will remain at both the master’s and clinical doctorate levels. Purpose. This article presents an overview of the types of doctorates available, the pros and cons of moving to the clinical doctorate, and some potential questions that will need to be considered. Key issues. Is the next step in the educational progression of occupational therapy in Canada the entry-level clinical doctorate? What are the potential implications for the profession, our clients, and funders? Implications. Further discourse and investigation of this issue is needed.

The Requirement for Ethical Reasoning in Occupational Therapy Education

1992 ◽  
Vol 55 (11) ◽  
pp. 419-422 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lorraine Pinnington ◽  
Avril Bagshaw
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Ethical Reasoning ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Learning Opportunities ◽  
Occupational Therapy Education ◽  
The Past ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Screening Procedures ◽  
Therapy Education

This first article outlines how student research projects have developed over the past 10 years, resulting in the subsequent need to expand the subject of ethical reasoning in the education of occupational therapists. The literature is examined in respect of providing learning opportunities on ethical matters for the student, particularly in the preparation of an investigative study, the formation and administration of ethical screening procedures with in a school of occupational therapy are described as a means of providing an experiential understanding of ethical issues for students. In a second article, the implications and outcome of this initiative are discussed.

Planned and Progressive Teaching in Clinical Practice

1983 ◽  
Vol 46 (3) ◽  
pp. 75-79 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christine Peck ◽  
Chia Swee Hong
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Clinical Placement ◽  
Occupational Therapy Education ◽  
Occupational Therapy Students ◽  
Close Supervision ◽  
Therapy Education ◽  
Therapy Department

Clinical practice has long been recognised as an essential part of occupational therapy education. Occupational therapy students should be given ample opportunities to study and practise the skills they need to learn under close supervision. It is essential for any clinical placement to be a planned one. This article describes how one occupational therapy department sets up one clinical placement.

College of Occupational Therapists: Degree and Diploma Awards 1997

1997 ◽  
Vol 60 (11) ◽  
pp. 508-509
Keyword(s):  
United Kingdom ◽  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Occupational Therapy Education ◽  
The United Kingdom ◽  
The Future ◽  
Therapy Education ◽  
September Issue

Congratulations to the following who have achieved the qualifications in occupational therapy indicated. The Journal wishes them every success in the future and hopes their careers will be both interesting and rewarding. The list contains the names of successful candidates who qualified after 15 August 1997 from all occupational therapy education centres in the United Kingdom approved by the College of Occupational Therapists and the Occupational Therapists Board of the Council for Professions Supplementary to Medicine. The names that were missing from or were incorrect in the September issue are also included.

Alcohol Teaching within Occupational Therapy Courses: a Case for Larger Measures

1994 ◽  
Vol 57 (9) ◽  
pp. 354-356 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter G Booth ◽  
Cheryl J Mulligan
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Significant Proportion ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Occupational Therapy Education ◽  
Professional Qualification ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Screening Assessment ◽  
Therapy Education ◽  
And Training

The ubiquity of alcohol abuse problems encountered by practising health care workers is not reflected by the scale of training input into professional qualification courses. The present survey found this to be the case within occupational therapy education and training. Practising occupational therapists were aware of basic health information about alcohol. However, they were reluctant and lacked confidence to engage in screening assessment or basic treatment with the problem drinkers, whom they perceived as a significant proportion of their caseload. Enhanced training in alcohol and substance misuse would reinforce both the inevitable involvement with these clients and the legitimate role of the occupational therapist in their management.

Spirituality in Occupational Therapy Practice According to New Graduates

2018 ◽  
Vol 39 (4) ◽  
pp. 197-203 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Misiorek ◽  
Edyta Janus
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Occupational Therapy Education ◽  
New Graduates ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative Methods ◽  
Process And Outcome ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Therapy Education ◽  
Occupational Therapy Practitioners

Occupational therapy practitioners consider spirituality to be significant in affecting the process and outcome of occupational therapy; however, many therapists voice confusion and concern about its application within their practice. This study aimed to describe the personal definition of spirituality of young occupational therapy practitioners and their perspectives on its application to their practice. Thirty-five young occupational therapists, engaged in a postprofessional master’s degree, were interviewed using a self-prepared questionnaire, which included open and close-ended questions. The data was analysed using qualitative and quantitative methods. Most participants defined spirituality as a driving force, which shapes many aspects of life. More than half of the participants considered spirituality as crucial in forming therapeutic relationships. The findings suggest that inclusion of spirituality within occupational therapy education warrants further research.

Occupational Therapy Education in Canada: The Facts and Figures

1979 ◽  
Vol 42 (5) ◽  
pp. 116-119 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helen M. Madill ◽  
E. Sharon Brintnell
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Tabular Form ◽  
Educational Model ◽  
Occupational Therapy Education ◽  
The Past ◽  
Canadian Association ◽  
Therapy Education

Over the past five years (1973–78) the Canadian educational model for occupational therapy has undergone considerable revision. The role of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists in this development is reviewed. Implications for the 1980's are discussed in light of the recent Symposium on Occupational Therapy (Toronto, 1978). Data augmenting this review are presented in tabular form.

scholarly journals Preparing Occupational Therapy Students for Practice Placements: Initial Evidence

2007 ◽  
Vol 70 (9) ◽  
pp. 384-388 ◽  
Author(s):  
Georgia Spiliotopoulou
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Occupational Therapy Education ◽  
Occupational Therapy Students ◽  
Stressful Experience ◽  
The University ◽  
Therapy Education ◽  
Academic Year ◽  
Crucial Part

Practice placements are a crucial part of occupational therapy education, yet they can be a stressful experience for students, practice placement educators and the university. This may contribute to a shortage of placements. The effectiveness of a 4-week preparation, with second-level full-time students at Brunel University, prior to a practice placement was evaluated by a two-part analysis. First, the students' perspective on the effectiveness of the preparation is presented. This is followed by a comparison of placement grades between the current cohort of students (academic year 2006–2007), who attended the preparation, and the previous cohort of students (academic year 2005–2006), who did not have this opportunity.

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