Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 400175

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Description This subject will allow students to consolidate academic knowledge and clinical skills. There will be opportunities to actively participate in assessment, analysis, goal setting, treatment/programme planning and occupational therapy intervention under the supervision of an occupational therapist. The placement will allow students to work for 5 consecutive weeks with occupational therapists in one of the many settings where therapists currently practice.

School Health Sciences

Discipline Occupational Therapy

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject

Pre-requisite(s) LGYA 7062

Incompatible Subjects LGYB 7771 - Clinical Placement 3

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate professional communication skills in the practice setting
2. Practice self-directed learning strategies through the use of a learning contract
3. Reflect on their practice experience using a structured format
4. Demonstrate professional behaviours and self management in a practice setting
5. Prepare documents in a professional format related to practice
6. Conduct and interpret assessments relevant to the practice area
7. Conduct occupational therapy intervention specific to the practice area

Subject Content

- professional behaviour
- communication skills
- Individually negotiated learning Contract
- documentation skills for practice

Special Requirements

Legislative pre-requisites

To undertake this subject, students must comply with the following special requirements: 

• Completion of a Prohibited Employment Declaration;  
• Criminal Record Check Clearance; 
• Provide evidence of compliance with the occupational screening and immunisation policy of NSW Health; 
• Students must possess a current First Aid Certificate approved by the Workcover Authority.