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NURS 757 - NE Practicum III: Executive Leadership
Credits 3
Focus on increasing understanding and application of the clinical nurse leader’s role as a change agent, policy advocate, outcomes/care manager, and leader and educator to advance nursing practice and executive oversight in healthcare systems.
Prerequisites
Admission to DNP program or consent of instructor.
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NURS 760R - FNP Geriatric and Chronic Illness
Credits (6-8)
Culminating course focusing on clinical experiences to develop skill and knowledge in providing care to families in primary care settings. Students practice with increasing independence under the supervision of preceptors and clinical instructors. Students will study complex, multiple co-morbidities in all levels of primary, secondary, and tertiary care.
Notes
This course has a non-credit clinical component. For more information, please refer to the course syllabus.
Prerequisites
NURS 714 and NURS 750R
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NURS 761 - Clinical Synthesis
Credits 1
This clinical course serves as a culminating experience. Students will work with their clinical preceptor(s) to integrate and apply previously acquired knowledge and skills and will demonstrate achievement of expected program outcomes.
Notes
This course has a non-credit clinical component. For more information, please refer to the course syllabus. This course is repeatable.
Grading
S/U
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NURS 765 - DNP Residency
Credits 4
Residency to apply program concepts and develop and implement strategies for practice-level and/or system-wide practice initiatives to improve the quality of care.
Prerequisites
Admission to the DNP Program and NURS 719R , NURS 725 , NURS 728R , NURS 729R , NURS 732 and NURS 767 .
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NURS 767 - Collaboration, Communication & Negotiation for the Nurse Leader
Credits 2
The utilization of collaboration, communication and negotiation for implementation of practice models, peer review, practice guidelines, health policy, standards of care, and other scholarly products.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the DNP Program and or permission of the instructor.
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NURS 768 - DNP Forum & Role Transformation
Credits 2
Examination of issues and challenges in the DNP role and skills and strategies to conceptualize, articulate, plan, and actualize a career as a nurse leader.
Prerequisites
NURS 719R ,NURS 725 , NURS 728R , NURS 729R , NURS 767 , and NURS 772
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NURS 770 - Knowledge Development in Nursing
Credits 3
Offers a disciplinary context for doctoral study in nursing. The history and evolution of nursing knowledge is examined. Emphasis is on debates regarding what is known and how it is known.
Prerequisites
Enrollment in nursing doctoral program.
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NURS 771 - Theory Development in Nursing
Credits 3
Theoretical frameworks that guide the development of nursing knowledge. The methods and processes of theory development are analyzed.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Enrollment in doctoral program.
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NURS 772 - The Nurse as Leader
Credits 3
Leadership models as templates for nurse leader. Factors that influence leadership will be explored.
Prerequisites
Admission into doctoral (DNP or PhD) program or permission of the instructor.
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NURS 773 - Clinical Practicum
Credits 3 - 6
Designed for students continuing a clinical practicum while completing other program requirements. Students enrolled in this clinical practicum course must register for at least 3 credits (this translates to at least nine hours of clinical per week) but no more than six credits in any one semester.
Notes
May be repeated up to three consecutive semesters but a student may not take more than a total of nine credits.
Grading
Letter grade
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NURS 774 - Educational Theory and Philosophy for Nursing
Credits 3
Explores traditional and contemporary philosophies and theories of education within the context of societal development. Examines the role of educational theory and philosophy within nursing education.
Prerequisites
Enrollment in the nursing doctoral program.
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NURS 775 - Statistical Methods for Nursing Research I: Univariate Methods
Credits 3
Designed to provide students with skills necessary to understand, interpret, and conduct descriptive and univariate analysis relevant to the field of nursing. Students will gain practical experience examining real-world data sets using SPSS software.
Prerequisites
Enrollment in the nursing doctoral program; successful completion of introductory graduate level statistics course.
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NURS 776 - Statistical Methods for Nursing Research II: Multivariate Methods
Credits 3
Focuses on multivariate methods useful for the field of nursing research. Students will be expected to complete a capstone project to explore and implement statistical methods likely to be part of their dissertation projects.
Prerequisites
or equivalent; enrollment in the nursing doctoral program.
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NURS 777 - Individualized Study/Dissertation Seminar
Credits 1 - 5
Individualized study or seminar to facilitate dissertation research.
Notes
May be repeated to a maximum of five credits.
Prerequisites
Admission into doctoral program or permission of instructor.
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NURS 778 - Geographic Information Systems for Health
Credits 3
This course introduces the use of epidemiologic methods and modern geographic information systems to analyze the relationships between socioeconomic, physical, geopolitical, and demographic factors and sustainable health. These techniques form the basis of assessment of urban health problems to inform, plan, deliver, and evaluate appropriate interventions to ensure sustainability.
Prerequisites
Admission into Doctoral (DNP or PhD) program or permission of instructor.
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NURS 779 - Writing a Research Grant Application
Credits 3
Involves preparing and writing a research grant application, preparing a research budget and budget justification, writing a project timeline, and proposing an innovative and significant research proposal.
Same as
No
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
or permission of instructor.
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NURS 780 - Quantitative Research Methods in Nursing
Credits 3
Examines, quantitative and mixed-method approaches used in nursing research.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Graduate standing in the Nursing PhD program
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NURS 781 - Qualitative Research Methods in Nursing
Credits 3
Examines qualitative approaches used in nursing research.
Prerequisites
, Enrollment in the Nursing Ph.D. Program.
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NURS 782 - Sustainable Health: Clinical Perspectives
Credits 4
This course focuses on air quality, potable water, waste disposal, disasters, and other potentially health-threatening environmental problems that affect health in developing and developed countries. The impact of environmental practices on sustainable health will be examined.
Prerequisites
, admission into doctoral program or permission of instructor.
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NURS 783 - Economics of Sustainable Health
Credits 3
Uses an economic sustainability approach to examine health effects of such issues as health insurance and health care financing, acute and chronic disease, and psychosocial issues. The economics of sustainable health in developing and developed countries will be compared.
Prerequisites
Admission into doctoral program or permission of instructor.
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NURS 784 - Sustainable Health and Public Policy
Credits 3
Examines urban health promotion in terms of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention, with an emphasis on the policy issues and critical processes that shape them. Apply theories to identify urban health promotion issues that are linked to sustainability and identify policy strategies for upstream interventions.
Prerequisites
Admission into doctoral program or permission of instructor.
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NURS 785 - Special Topics in Nursing Research
Credits 2-8
Provides the student with an opportunity for an in-depth exploration of specific aspects of nursing research issues and approaches.
Prerequisites
and admission to doctoral program.
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NURS 789 - Independent Study
Credits 3-10
Supervised student designed study project done in consultation with instructor; must be submitted in writing to student advisor and graduate program coordinator for approval. May be repeated to a maximum of 10 credits.
Prerequisites
, , , , enrollment in nursing doctoral program.
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NURS 790 - Independent Teaching Practicum Seminar
Credits 1
Exploration in group settings of actual experiences and outcomes of independent teaching practicum. Options for enhanced personal performance as nurse educator will be discussed.
Notes
Must be taken concurrently with .
Prerequisites
, and enrollment in nursing doctoral program.
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NURS 790E - Emergency Nurse Practitioner I: Management of Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Illnesses
Credits 5
The Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) as a member of the interdisciplinary emergency health care team is reviewed within the context of managing patients presenting with acute exacerbations of chronic illnesses of varying complexity. Practice standards for the ENP are explored with emphasis on medical screening and patient classification.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission into the Emergency Nurse Practitioner Program.
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NURS 791E - Emergency Nurse Practitioner II: Management of Acute Illnesses and Injuries
Credits 5
Focus on enhancing evidence-based medical decision making, emphasizing Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) role and practice standards when caring for patients with acute illnesses and injuries. Emphasis on prioritization of patient care based on potential morbidity and mortality as well as patient management and patient disposition in emergency care settings.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
NURS 790E
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NURS 792E - Emergency Nurse Practitioner III: Management of Critical Illnesses and Injuries
Credits 5
Explore the role of the Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) as an emergency care leader within the context of managing patients who present with critical illnesses and injuries. Focus on increased understanding and application of professional, legal, and ethical practices necessary for the delivery of safe and effective emergency care.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Documented completion of Family Nurse Practitioner board certification through MyUNLV or advisor review and approval.
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NURS 793 - Nursing Education Professional Paper
Credits 3
Focuses on a key area of nursing education requiring exploration and development. Students will select a committee to provide review and guidance. The final paper will be adapted and submitted for publication to a professional, peer-reviewed journal.
Prerequisites
and .
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NURS 794 - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner I
Credits 6
Preparation of the clinician for history taking, including foundational neuroscientific principles, standardized scales and tools across the lifespan, psychiatric history, and physical examination. The comprehensive assessment will be utilized in conjunction with current DSM, cultural, genetic, religious, behavioral, and laboratory data in evaluating differential diagnoses and reaching a final diagnosis.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
NURS 701 , NURS 703 and NURS 730
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NURS 796 - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner II
Credits 8
Provide scientific knowledge clinical and neurobiological basis of psychopharmacology and its application for treatment of clients with psychiatric and behavioral disorders across the lifespan considering cultural and religious factors. Focus on advanced concepts in neuroscience, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and pharmacogenetics of psychotropic drugs in the management of targeted symptoms and disorders.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
NURS 794
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NURS 797 - Dissertation
Credits 3-6
Research analysis and writing toward completion of dissertation and subsequent defense.
Formerly
(NURS 798)
Notes
Repeatable for up to 12 credits.
Grading
S/F grading only.
Prerequisites
Enrollment in nursing doctoral program and consent of instructor.
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NURS 798 - Independent Study
Credits 1 – 3
Graduate seminar focusing on current developments in nursing practice.
Formerly
(NURS 797)
Notes
Topics vary each semester.
Prerequisites
Admission to graduate program and consent of instructor.
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NURS 799 - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner III
Credits 6
Present non-pharmacological methodologies and interventions including individual therapies, group therapies, reminiscent therapy, play therapy, family therapies, and complementary and alternative approaches. Exploration of appropriate clinical application of each therapeutic approach. The use of self, the therapist-patient relationship, phases of the therapeutic relationship, and teaching-coaching functions are included.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
NURS 796
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NUTR 605 - Advanced Sports Nutrition
Credits 3
Sports Nutrition practices and guidelines utilized by competitive and recreational athletes. The role of nutrient utilization and metabolism during exercise. Emphasis on evidence-based practice.
Notes
This course is crosslisted with NUTR 405. Coursework at the 600-level requires additional work.
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NUTR 607 - Complementary and Integrative MNT
Credits 3
Emphasis on research methods and science-based literature to evaluate the safety, standardization and efficacy of popular therapies, including herbals, botanicals, and dietary supplements for preventive and nontraditional medical nutrition therapies.
Notes
This course is crosslisted with NUTR 407. Coursework at the 600-level requires additional work.
Prerequisites
Admission into the M.S. Nutrition Sciences program or consent of instructor.
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NUTR 651 - Nutrition and Metabolism
Credits 3
Cellular metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, and minerals, including energy transformation and malnutrition. Role of hormones in regulation of metabolism.
Grading
Letter Grade.
Prerequisites
Enrolled in M.S. Nutrition Sciences or consent of instructor.
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NUTR 652 - Advanced Nutrition
Credits 3
Investigation of common human metabolic disorders. Develop an understanding of the role of nutrition in the etiology and treatment of these disorders through examination of case studies.
Prerequisites
Admission into the M.S. Nutrition Sciences program.
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NUTR 700 - Special Topics in Nutrition Sciences
Credits 1-6
Examines current or controversial topics in nutrition sciences. Topic chosen based on current or evolving practices in the field and student interest.
Notes
May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Prerequisites
Admission into the M.S. Nutrition Sciences program.
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NUTR 705 - Advanced Sports Nutrition Seminar
Credits 3
Evaluation of current sports nutrition guidelines. Examination of the relevant research used to establish these recommendations.
Prerequisites
NUTR 605
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NUTR 720 - Lifestyle Modification for Chronic Disease
Credits 3
The impact of nutrition, physical activity, and behavior modification on the chronic disease process, focusing primarily on cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, neurodegenerative disease, and cancer. Emphasis on the causes and associated risk factors, and on modification of risk factors through lifestyle changes.
Prerequisites
Admission into the M.S. Nutrition Sciences program.
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NUTR 727 - Advanced Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
Credits 3
Explore the in-depth research used to establish the current medical nutrition therapy practice guidelines. Current hot topics within nutrition related conditions or diseases will be evaluated.
Prerequisites
Admission into the M.S. Nutrition Sciences program.
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NUTR 732 - Nutrition Assessment
Credits 3
Nutrition Assessment Techniques: Study of dietary, clinical, biochemical, anthropometric and behavioral evaluation of nutrition status in humans. Analysis, interpretation and applications of tools, methods and research.
Grading
Letter Grade.
Prerequisites
Enrolled in M.S. Nutrition Sciences Program or consent of instructor.
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NUTR 748 - Professional Paper- Clinical Case Study or Community Intervention Project
Credits 3
Experience will include a clinical case study or community intervention project, analysis and writing toward completion and subsequent defense.
Prerequisites
Admission into the M.S. Nutrition Sciences program.
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NUTR 749 - Thesis
Credits 3-6
Culminating research analysis and writing toward completion of thesis and subsequent defense.
Notes
May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Prerequisites
Admission into the M.S. Nutrition Sciences program.
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NUTR 753 - Experimental Techniques in Nutrition and Metabolism
Credits 3
Examination of laboratory methods used in nutrition research through experiments requiring variations in diet, and techniques for obtaining and analyzing samples. Emphasis on data collection, analysis, and presentation of results.
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NUTR 754 - Epidemiology of Nutrition & Physical Activity
Credits 3
Concepts of epidemiology and related biostatistics, dietary and physical activity assessment methods. Critical evaluation of study designs.
Prerequisites
KIN 750 or permission of instructor.
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NUTR 791 - Independent Study in Nutrition Sciences
Credits 1-3
Independent study of a selected topic in nutrition sciences
Notes
May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Prerequisites
Admission into the M.S. Nutrition Sciences program.
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NUTR 796 - Supervised Practice: Community Nutrition and Dietetics
Credits 2
For Students accepted into the Department of Nutrition Sciences Dietetic Internship. Students gain intensive experiences covering all aspects of community nutrition programming. Students will observe the diversity within community nutrition in terms of mission, target audience and programs and will actively participate in nutrition program development, implementation, evaluation, and marketing.
Corequisite
KIN 797 and KIN 798.
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NUTR 797 - Supervised Practice: Food Service Management
Credits 2
For students accepted into the Nutrition Sciences Dietetic Internship. Supervised experience in managing the diet office, tray line production and supervision, food service production, cafeteria management, and hospital catering.
Corequisite
KIN 796 and KIN 798.
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NUTR 798 - Supervised Practice: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
Credits 2
For students accepted into the Department of Nutrition Sciences Dietetic Internship. Students will gain the skills required to screen and assess individual patients, interpret laboratory values, develop and implement appropriate care plans, complete appropriate diet instructions, and document all assessment and plan information in correct medical chart format.
Corequisite
KIN 797 and KIN 798.
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OCT 701 - Advanced Clinical Practice in Occupational Therapy
Credits 3
Exploration of concepts in professional development competence by creating and examining professional development plans related to clinical practice, assessment, and level of competencies.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the PP-OTD program.
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OCT 702 - Leadership and Advocacy in Occupational Therapy Practice
Credits 3
Reviews contemporary leadership theories including change theory associated with self-assessment, leadership, and advocacy efforts.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the PP-OTD program.
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OCT 703 - Evidence-Based Practice in Occupational Therapy
Credits 3
Explores the principles of evidence-based practice, utilizing various methods to conduct systematic reviews. Focuses on analyzing evidence in order to improve clinical interventions in practice and applying best practices for teaching evidence-based coursework in occupational therapy education programs.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
OCT 701 and OCT 702
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OCT 704 - Teaching Adult Learners/Pedagogy
Credits 3
Adult learning theories, educational approaches and models utilized in educational settings in occupational therapy will be reviewed. The development of educational programs to meet accreditation standards will be studied and strategies will be presented and discussed.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Successful completion of OCT 701 and OCT 702
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OCT 705 - Distance Education and Telehealth
Credits 3
Examination of the use of instructional technology strategies, principles of online learning, and best practices of instructional technology. Telemedicine/telehealth practice within occupational therapy will be explored, looking at ways this medium delivers healthcare to patients who are geographically separated from providers.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Successful completion of OCT 701 , OCT 702 , OCT 703 and OCT 704
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OCT 706 - Social Determinants of Health
Credits 3
Exploration of health social determinants and the accreditation standards that require academic programs to address them in occupational therapy curricula. Examines epidemiological factors that impact the public health and welfare of populations and identifies strategies for teaching in entry-level educational programs.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Successful completion of OCT 701 , OCT 702 , OCT 703 and OCT 704
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OCT 707 - Evidence Based Education
Credits 3
This field of inquiry focuses on finding, critiquing, and implementing the highest quality research evidence in educational practices. Research will be reviewed to explore teaching practices that can lead to optimal educational experiences, improve learning outcomes, and increase audience satisfaction.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Successful completion of OCT 701 , OCT 702 , OCT 703 , OCT 704 , OCT 705 and OCT 706
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OCT 708 - Issues in Higher Education and Healthcare
Credits 3
Discourse around current issues in higher education will be the focus along with a critical analysis of those issues. Issues and problems affecting the current U.S. healthcare system will also be discussed and analyzed. Potential ideas for solutions and future directions will be shared and debated.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Successful completion of OCT 701 , OCT 702 , OCT 703 , OCT 704 , OCT 705 and OCT 706
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OCT 709 - Occupational Therapy Capstone I
Credits 3
Knowledge and skills acquired during doctoral coursework will be integrated into a scholarly project designed by the student to meet his or her professional goals. A scholarly paper will be written that outlines the Capstone Project. Students will prepare and then defend their proposal before a committee.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Successful completion of OCT 701 , OCT 702 , OCT 703 , OCT 704 , OCT 705 , OCT 706 , OCT 707 and OCT 708
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OCT 710 - Program Development and Evaluation Program
Credits 3
The development, implementation, and evaluation of community health programs, assessment of academic programs and community health needs from a public health perspective.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Successful completion of OCT 701 , OCT 702 , OCT 703 , OCT 704 , OCT 705 , OCT 706 , OCT 707 , OCT 708 and OCT 709
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OCT 711 - Capstone II
Credits 3
The capstone project process continues and is a course of knowledge synthesis and application rather than formal instruction, in which the action or program proposed during Capstone Project I will be carried out. A scholarly project will result that synthesizes what has been learned throughout the program and which leads to publication and presentation.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Successful completion of OCT 701 , OCT 702 , OCT 703 , OCT 704 , OCT 705 , OCT 706 , OCT 707 , OCT 708 , OCT 709 and OCT 710
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OCT 712 - Innovations in Occupational Therapy Practice
Credits 3
Innovative occupational therapy and emerging areas of practice. Unique practice niches will be developed in areas of education, policy, advocacy, clinical practice, management, or leadership.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Successful completion of OCT 701 , OCT 702 , OCT 703 , OCT 704 , OCT 705 , OCT 706 , OCT 707 , OCT 708 , OCT 709 and OCT 710
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OCT 720 - Functional Anatomy with Lab
Credits 6
Examines human musculoskeletal anatomy with emphasis on the practice of occupational therapy - a functional understanding of bones, muscles and their innervation, action and on common injuries to bones, muscles, tendons, and nerves.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission into the OTD program.
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OCT 721 - Foundations of Occupational Therapy
Credits 3
Review of historical and theoretical development of the profession and their impact on the current practice. Exploration of occupational therapy processes and professional ethics; concepts of occupation, activity, purposeful activity and participation including activity analysis and the link to health and wellness.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program.
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OCT 722 - Neuroscience for Occupational Therapy
Credits 3
Comprehensive study and in-depth knowledge of the structure and function of the central, peripheral, somatosensory, motor, and autonomic nervous systems. Emphasis on examining the functions of the nervous system and the neurological basis of dysfunction related to occupational performance.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD Program.
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OCT 723 - Functional Movement Kinesiology with Lab
Credits 3
Review of joint and muscle structure and function; application of basic biomechanical, neuromuscular and musculoskeletal principles to the analysis of everyday activities and therapeutic interventions. Laboratory sessions focus on mechanics and musculoskeletal involvement in movement and measurement of range of motion and manual muscle testing.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of previous courses in the curriculum.
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OCT 724 - Mental Health Practice I with Adults/Older Adults
Credits 3
Explores therapeutic use of self and theoretical models for group occupational therapy practice. Examines group structure, dynamics, process, development, and roles. Leading/co-leading therapy groups and developing group protocols.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD curriculum.
Corequisite
OCT 725
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OCT 725 - Mental Health Practice I with Adults/Older Adults Lab
Credits 1
Development of skills in therapeutic use of self, various components of group structure, dynamics, process, development, and roles. Develops group protocol and leading/co-leading therapy groups.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD curriculum (including OCT 720 and OCT 721 ).
Corequisite
OCT 724
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OCT 726 - Occupational Therapy Practice I with Adults/Older Adults
Credits 3
Examines the physical conditions and diseases that are seen in occupational therapy practice with adults with focus on evaluations, documentation and evidence-based intervention plans.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission into the OTD program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720 and OCT 721 ).
Corequisite
OCT 727
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OCT 727 - Occupational Therapy Practice I with Adults/Older Adults Lab
Credits 1
Focuses on several evaluations and interventions utilized in practice with individuals who have physical disabilities across the lifespan. Orthotics fabrication, fitting, and training, dysphagia evaluation and intervention, and physical agent modalities.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720 and OCT 721 ).
Corequisite
OCT 726
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OCT 728 - Evidence-Based Practice I Quantitative Research
Credits 3
Focus on quantitative research methods and statistics: design research studies, collect and analyze data; ethical policies and procedures. Critical analysis of published research.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD program (OCT 720 and OCT 721 ).
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OCT 729 - Fieldwork IA
Credits 1
Clinical site placement focused on clinical practice and working therapeutically with clients. Develop observational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Grading
S/U
Prerequisites
Admission into the OTD Program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD curriculum (including OCT 720 and OCT 721 )
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OCT 730 - Culture and Occupational Therapy Practice
Credits 2
Culture and the impact on clinical practice that explores: health beliefs, practices and occupations of clients; concepts of cultural competence and cultural humility; and societal influences on occupational choice.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD program ( OCT 722 , OCT 723 , OCT 724 , OCT 725 , OCT 726 , OCT 727 , OCT 728 and OCT 729 ).
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OCT 731 - Mental Health Practice II with Adults/Older Adults
Credits 3
Focus on mental health skills needed in the practice of occupational therapy with adults and older adults. Explores the most common mental health disorders, how they impact occupation, evidence-based interventions, and occupational therapy assessment and intervention skills.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD program OCT 722 , OCT 723 , OCT 724 , OCT 725 OCT 726 , OCT 727 , OCT 728 and OCT 729 ).
Corequisite
OCT 732
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OCT 732 - Mental Health Practice II with Adults/Older Adults Lab
Credits 1
Focuses on administration of standardized and non-standardized assessments to evaluate clients’ occupational performance and writing client-centered intervention plans. Uses evidence-based therapeutic interventions and adapts those to support clients’ occupational performance.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previous courses in the OTD program (OCT 720 , OCT 722 , OCT 723 , OCT 725 , OCT 726 ,OCT 727 , OCT 728 and OCT 729 )
Corequisite
OCT 731
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OCT 733 - Occupational Therapy Practice II with Adults/Older Adults
Credits 3
Focus on the conditions typically seen in older adult populations and the evidence-based interventions provided to them in occupational therapy practice across practice settings. Explores how to monitor vital signs and recognize emergency conditions, and to administer assessments for older adult populations.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD program (OCT 720 ,OCT 721 ,OCT 722 ,OCT 723 ,OCT 724 ,OCT 725 ,OCT 726 ,OCT 727 ,OCT 728 and OCT 729 ).
Corequisite
OCT 734
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OCT 734 - Occupational Therapy Practice II with Adults/Older Adults Lab
Credits 1
Examines competencies in skills related to practice within physical disabilities: wheelchair mobility, prosthetic training, addressing functional cognition, visual retraining, and therapeutic exercise. Uses practice documentation related to discharge planning.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD program (OCT 720 ,OCT 721 ,OCT 722 ,OCT 723 ,OCT 724 ,OCT 725 ,OCT 726 , OCT 727 , OCT 728 and OCT 729 ).
Corequisite
OCT 733
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OCT 735 - Health and Wellness Interventions with Adults/Older Adults
Credits 2
Examines health promotion and prevention theory and practice from a wellness rather than an illness perspective. Focus on incorporating evidence-based health and wellness interventions into clinical practice with adults and older adults.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD Program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD program (OCT 720 ,OCT 721 ,OCT 722 ,OCT 723 ,OCT 724 ,OCT 725 , OCT 726 ,OCT 727 , OCT 728 and OCT 729 ).
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OCT 736 - Evidence-Based Practice II - Qualitative Research
Credits 3
Focuses on qualitative research methods for practitioners: design research studies, collect and analyze data, ethical policies and procedures; human subjects. Critical analysis of published research.
Grading
Letter grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD program (OCT 720 ,OCT 721 ,OCT 722 ,OCT 723 ,OCT 724 ,OCT 725 ,OCT 726 ,OCT 727 ,OCT 728 and OCT 729 )
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OCT 737 - Teaching and Learning I
Credits 2
Focuses on adult literacy and design effective educational materials. Develops teaching methods and learning strategies and adapt them for client and caregiver learning needs.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previous coursework in the OTD program (OCT 722 , OCT 723 , OCT 724 , OCT 725 , OCT 726 , OCT 727 , OCT 728 and OCT 729 ).
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OCT 740 - Fieldwork IIA
Credits 6
Assignment to a healthcare facility for 12 weeks on a full-time basis in order to acquire competency as an entry-level practitioner in a specific practice setting which may be with adults or older adults.
Grading
S/U
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD program (OCT 720-738).
Corequisite
OCT 741
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OCT 741 - Prof Develop Seminar I
Credits 2
Focuses on students’ professional development as an occupational therapist. Support and guidance for documentation, supervision, and inter-professional and intra-professional team dynamics with concurrent Level II fieldwork experience.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD program (OCT 721 , OCT 722 , OCT 723 , OCT 724 , OCT 725 , OCT 726 , OCT 727 , OCT 728 , OCT 729 , OCT 730 , OCT 731 , OCT 732 , OCT 733 , OCT 734 , OCT 735 , OCT 736 , OCT 737 and OCT 738 .
Corequisite
OCT 740
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OCT 742 - Mental Health Pract Children
Credits 3
Examines mental health of children and adolescents: typical diagnoses seen in practice, behavioral management strategies, evaluation and treatment of psychiatric disorders.
Grading
Letter Grade.
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-741).
Corequisite
OCT 743
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OCT 743 - Mental Health Practice with Children/Youth Lab
Credits 1
Examines mental health of children and adolescents and typical diagnoses seen in practice. Emphasizes how to administer evaluations, write treatment plans, and design interventions to meet treatment goals.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum(OCT 720-741).
Corequisite
OCT 742
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OCT 744 - Occupational Therapy Practice I with Children/Youth
Credits 3
Explores occupational therapy services for children, youth, and their families in various settings and models of service delivery. Evidence-based theories, models, and frames of reference. Development of skills for occupational performance in pediatric practice.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD program (OCT 720-741).
Corequisite
OCT 745
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OCT 745 - Occupational Therapy Practice I with Children/Youth Lab
Credits 1
Working with children to evaluate function, develop treatment plans, and provide evidence-based interventions to children/youth. Emphasis on learning effective strategies for working with the most commonly seen diagnoses/conditions in pediatric practice.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-741).
Corequisite
OCT 744
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OCT 746 - Driving and Community Mobility
Credits 2
Theories of driving behavior and screening for potential impediments to driver safety. Analysis of basic requirements needed in order to drive a vehicle safely. Explore driving cessation and resources for community mobility.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-741).
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OCT 747 - Occupational Therapy Leadership I
Credits 2
Examines contemporary leadership theories and application of occupational therapy theoretical models to leadership. Creation of Leadership Development Plan.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-741).
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OCT 748 - Professional Service Management
Credits 2
Management theories and practices that are applicable to occupational therapy: management theory and practice, application in health care systems, analysis of management styles, consultation, quality improvement, and supervision concepts.
Grading
Letter Grade
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OCT 749 - Fieldwork IC
Credits 1
Clinical site in the community with children/adolescents focusing on pediatric clinical practice. Application of academic knowledge into treatment with children/adolescents to further develop observational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Grading
S/U
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken coursework in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-741).
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OCT 750 - Assistive Tech & Environ Mod
Credits 2
Assess the need for assistive devices for individuals with disabilities to assist mobility, communication, positioning, and environmental control for daily living. Emphasizes how to evaluate home environments, make recommendations for modifications, and funding for these services.
Grading
Letter Grade.
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 721-749).
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OCT 751 - Pain Management
Credits 2
Investigate physiological, psychosocial, and environmental components of the pain experience: explanatory models of pain (across the life span), pain interventions, and pain as a public health issue.
Grading
Letter Grade.
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 721-749).
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OCT 752 - Health & Wellness Children
Credits 2
Examines the role of occupational therapy in health and wellness in the community for children and youth: how to promote, develop, and implement health and wellness programs using contemporary occupational therapy and health behavior models.
Grading
Letter Grade.
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 721-749).
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OCT 753 - Occupational Therapy Practice II with Children/Youth
Credits 3
Examines pediatric theories, assessments, practical applications, and research associated with the effectiveness of the sensory integration and neurodevelopmental therapy approaches used in occupational therapy intervention with children. Emphasis on treatment activities for children with sensory and motor difficulties.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-741).
Corequisite
OCT 754
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OCT 754 - Occupational Therapy Practice II with Children/Youth Lab
Credits 1
Assessment of sensory processing functions and creation of sensory based treatment activities for children and youth. Emphasis on handling techniques and treatment activities for neurodevelopmental treatment.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriuculum (OCT 720-749).
Corequisite
OCT 753
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OCT 755 - Program Development and Grant Funding
Credits 2
Explores the knowledge and skills needed to develop occupational therapy programs in the community with emphasis on sources of potential grant funding, marketing strategies, and selecting program evaluation outcome measures.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-754, and 756-758).
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OCT 756 - Occupational Therapy Leadership II
Credits 2
Develops skills to supervise fieldwork students, occupational therapy assistants, and other staff. Examines ethical principles in supervision and development and evaluation of supervision competencies.
Grading
Letter Grade
Prerequisites
Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-749).
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