AH3S14 - Emerging Occupational Therapy Practice: Individuals, communities and populations 01 Sep 2022 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | AH3S14 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Emerging Occupational Therapy Practice: Individuals, communities and populations | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Care Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Pre-Registration (Professional Regulation) | ||
| Module Leader: | David Owen | ||
| Module Team: | Zoe Williams, Abigail Stephens, Sally Scott-Roberts | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2022 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100249 - occupational therapy | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
This module provides the opportunity to explore contemporary and emerging occupational therapy practice with a particular focus on groups, communities and populations. With an emphasis on primary and tertiary care, this module will provide students with the opportunity to explore non-traditional and emerging areas of practice. Drawing on an in-depth understanding of the philosophy and practice of occupational therapy, students will identify an area of interest to focus on, developing a business proposal for a pilot occupational therapy service within this area. Regional, national, and international contexts, cultures and communities will be explored.
Content Summary
This module will explore different countries, cultures, and communities, to expand thinking across boundaries and challenge students to think beyond their local communities.
An exploration of the opportunities for occupational therapists in non-tradition and emerging areas will provide the opportunity to research a wide range of settings and contexts applicable for the development of occupational therapy practice to promote occupational justice, organisational change and take the profession forward.
All transitions and first contact of care will be explored but with a focus on primary and tertiary contexts. Building on the theme of health and wellbeing (explored throughout the course) this module will expose students to real-world challenges, especially for those on the margins of society, thereby recognising the diversity of populations.
Indicative Content
Primary, community, and tertiary care settings, recognising opportunities for the identification of potential new services.
Global and local factors impacting health and wellbeing, e.g., legislation, policy, housing and the environment and their impact on human heed and occupational performance
Occupational therapy roles that challenge the scope, boundaries and reach of practice. Appreciation of inter/multiprofessional working and the different make-up of teams.
Policy drivers that advance occupational inclusion and engagement and that promote emerging practice (e.g., Wales as a Nation of Sanctuary, Wales A Healthier Nation).
Global health challenges, sustainability, and the role of occupational therapy.
The use of data sources and evidence to inform service delivery, development, and system wide change, to identify and evaluate the impact and outcomes that focus on the needs of people, communities, and populations.
Multiple emerging areas of practice explored through practice placement.
Business planning – Financial and strategic planning.
Communication skills to inform and bring about change, e.g.
Business plan
Elevator pitch
Reporting
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 5 |
| Tutorial | 5 |
| Project supervision | 4 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 4 |
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Directed Study | 50 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 6 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 6 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 20 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically analyse and review an area of non-traditional or emerging practice developing a justification for the development of a sustainable occupational therapy service. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate confidence in promoting the role of occupational therapy in your chosen area of development, proving evidence of need. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Poster 1 | Digital Poster of a business plan for an emerging area of practice. | 0 | N/A | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Poster 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |