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Introduction of students
Why Occupational Therapy Assistant?
Definition of Occupational Therapy
Restoration and development of a person’s occupation (daily routines, activities and social roles)
OT
helps people fulfill their roles and responsibilities as student, worker, friend, parent, significant other
OT
uses work, play, and self care
OT OT
helps people achieve independence helps people live productive and satisfying lives
Films on Demand
http://www.witc.edu/pgmpages/ota/a dmissions.htm
Can be seen from any WITC campus 22 minutes Overview of what the OTA does
OT Practitioners COTA
C T ertified herapy A O ccupational ssistant Associate’s Degree Work under the supervision of the Registered Occupational Therapist
OTR
R egistered O ccupational T herapist Entry Level Master’s Degree
What diagnoses can be treated by Occupational Therapy?
Heart attack or stroke Arthritis, multiple sclerosis and other degenerative diseases Children with birth defects, learning difficulties or developmental disabilities Mental health issues such as depression, schizophrenia or bi-polar disorder Substance abuse issues and eating disorders
Burns, spinal cord injuries or amputations Broken bones or injuries from falls, sports or accidents Work related or age related injuries Low vision Cognitive deficits such as brain injury or Alzheimer’s Disease Health promotion or wellness
Where do OT Practitioners work?
Hospitals Rehabilitation Centers Skilled Nursing Facilities School systems Home health agencies Community programs Early intervention programs Residential facilities
Hospice Volunteer agencies Private practice Work hardening Day programs Assisted living Sheltered workshops Hand therapy
Description of OT—Faculty Perspective
• Laura Schulte • Barb Kloetzke • Mari Jo Ulrich • Pediatrics, Mental Health • Assistive Technology, Geriatric Practice • Physical Rehabilitation
2 areas of employment
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Traditional
• COTA • Under supervision of OTR • Provide OT services • Hospital, School, SNF
Emerging or Non traditional
• No OTR needed • Using skills from this degree in work setting
OT Practitioners
Must pass a national certification exam to practice (NBCOT) Must attain state licensure to practice Must have a background check
What attracts students to OTA?
Chance for direct service career Diverse opportunities for employment Possible progression to curricula OTR Fieldwork and practical based Working directly with people
What attributes should an occupational therapy assistant have?
Creativity Flexibility Desire to work with people Patience Warmth
Data
NBCOT
The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT) Credentialing agency that provides certification for the occupational therapy profession NBCOT serves the public interest by developing, administering, and continually reviewing a certification process
NBCOT
Prometric Test Centers Online testing 200 Multiple Choice questions 4 hours $500.00 online application $540.00 paper application
NBCOT Results 2012
National Data
2010 Occupational Therapy Compensation and Workforce Study, AOTA
Primary Work Settings
2010 Occupational Therapy Compensation and Workforce Survey
Annual Salary Median
0-1 year Experience
•$34, 298
1.1-2 years Experience
•$41,000
Wisconsin Average
•$37,000
2010 Occupational Therapy Compensation and Workforce Survey
General Information
General Information
Calendar Campus Contacts Student Biographical Change Request Student information sheet
Admission
Admission
Attend
OTA
orientation High School Chemistry or College Chemistry as a pre-req to General A and P
Complete Criminal Background Check Physical exam Immunization Record
Admission
View Films on Demand from WITC campus Occupational Therapy Assistant
Curriculum Plan • Approx costs
Curriculum Plan
Curriculum Checklist next semester for 2 nd E1 Must take all 514 courses at one time Must be successful in all 514 courses each semester to progress to the Anatomy and Physiology is a pre-req semester of the OTA program
3 Year Plan
Some students take General Studies courses prior to 514 (core) courses
Fieldwork
• Reliable transportation needed Fieldwork I is 3 rd semester • One day per week off campus (6 hours) • May be up to 2 hours from your campus
Fieldwork II
4 th semester Full time (35-40+ hours per week) 2 different 8-week rotations Training and supervision provided by therapist at setting Time commitment and travel make employment difficult during FW II
What to expect
Academic Rigor
3 hours outside work for every 1 hour in class Work load Textbook readability (text list) Learning Style High expectations Employment Reliable Transportation Missing labs/hands on Computer use
Academic Rigor
3 hours outside work for every 1 hour in class Work load Textbook readability High expectations Employment Reliable Transportation
OTA Program Standards Require a All an
OTA 80% “C”
or better in courses must be passed with average on exams
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courses Repeat Core or occupational support course only once (G1) Dress Code (D6)
ITV Courses
All lecture courses are ITV format Lab courses are in person at each campus D4
Blackboard
Computer component to all OTA courses.
Required to have 24 hour access to Internet and computer Will need to check Blackboard daily Will need capability to print...will need to print some things in color
Requirements
WI Caregiver Background Check
Must be completed before September 1 2014, but no sooner than 30 days prior (August 1, 2014) $10.00
Turn into Mari Jo Ulrich, Ashland Campus
Background Check
Self Reporting Requirements Dean’s Letter Students who complete FW or off campus activities in Minnesota are required to have a Minnesota Background Check Students completing FW in other states will be required to have additional Background checks
Background Checks
The cost of background checks is the responsibility of the student Students can not participate in off campus coursework until BG check is completed Students may not be able to meet course competencies with negative information on a BG check
Health Form --handout
1.Family History 2. Immunizations 3. Physical 4.CPR—(H4) Red Cross or American Heart Association
Turn in all forms (4) to your academic advisor on the first day of spring semester
Physical
Must have a physical and form completed by Physician, Physician’s Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner Form must be filled out
OTA WEB PAGE
Directions
Other information
Malpractice Insurance Health Insurance Name Badge
Fieldwork Powerpoint
Send the following requirements to Mari Jo between August 1 and Sept 1 of 2014.
Caregiver Background Checks Information and Statement of Understanding for OTA students Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check, Self reporting document $10.00 for Background check Functional Ability Criteria for OTA Program
Mari Jo Ulrich, OTR, MA OTA Program Director WITC 2100 Beaser Ave Ashland WI 54806 [email protected]
800.243.9482 Ext 3167
Give a man a fish Feed him for a day…
Teach
a man to fish Feed him for a lifetime.
How many OTA’s does it take to change a light bulb?
An None OTA will teach the light bulb to change itself!
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