Provides an overview of history, philosophy, ethics, and scope of occupational therapy practice. Examines legal responsibilities, professional resources, and organization. Students practice basic skills related to therapeutic relationships and determine their own suitability to a career in occupational therapy. PREREQUISITE: Admission to the OTA program and COREQUISITES: 10514173 Activity Analysis and Applications and 10514172 Medical and Psychosocial Conditions.

Pre-Requisites
There are no Pre-Requisites
Classes
  • Introduction to Occupational Therapy (60883)
    Hybrid
    Ashland
    8/24/2026 - 12/18/2026
    Days & Times: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
    Dates: 8/24/2026 - 12/18/2026
    Facility: ONLINE
    Instructor: Kristin Roll
    Days & Times: Mon: 4:00 PM - 4:20 PM
    Dates: 8/24/2026 - 12/14/2026
    Facility: 427 General Ed Ashland
    Instructor: Kristin Roll
    Days & Times: Mon: 4:30 PM - 7:50 PM
    Dates: 8/24/2026 - 12/14/2026
    Facility: 311 MA and OTA Lab Ashland
    Instructor: Kristin Roll
    Tuition: $541.35
    Status: Active
    Seats Available: 10
    Essential Class Information: In addition to regularly scheduled onsite classroom hours, this class may require time online or onl ...
  • Introduction to Occupational Therapy (60884)
    Hybrid
    New Richmond
    8/24/2026 - 12/18/2026
    Days & Times: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
    Dates: 8/24/2026 - 12/18/2026
    Facility: ONLINE
    Instructor: Kristin Roll
    Days & Times: Mon: 4:00 PM - 7:50 PM
    Dates: 8/24/2026 - 12/14/2026
    Facility: Classroom - OTA New Richmond
    Instructor: Kristin Roll
    Tuition: $541.35
    Status: Active
    Seats Available: 1
    Essential Class Information: In addition to regularly scheduled onsite classroom hours, this class may require time online or onl ...
  • Introduction to Occupational Therapy (60885)
    Hybrid
    Rice Lake
    8/24/2026 - 12/18/2026
    Days & Times: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
    Dates: 8/24/2026 - 12/18/2026
    Facility: ONLINE
    Instructor: Kristin Roll
    Days & Times: Mon: 4:00 PM - 7:50 PM
    Dates: 8/24/2026 - 12/14/2026
    Facility: 152 OTA Classroom Rice Lake
    Instructor: Kristin Roll
    Tuition: $541.35
    Status: Active
    Seats Available: 9
    Essential Class Information: In addition to regularly scheduled onsite classroom hours, this class may require time online or onl ...

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  • Medical and Psychosocial Conditions Undergraduate | 3 Credits

    CATALOG #10514172

    Introduces medical and psychosocial conditions as they relate to occupational therapy practice. Topics include etiology, symptomology, treatment, and contraindications. PREREQUISITE: Admission to OTA program and COREQUISITES: 10514171 Introduction to Occupational Therapy, 10514173 Activity Analysis and Appl, and 10806177 General Anatomy and Physiology.

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  • Activity Analysis and Applications Undergraduate | 2 Credits

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    A foundational course introducing students to the principles of activity analysis using the occupational therapy practice framework. Students learn to analyze and adapt activities to enhance client participation, performance, and independence. Emphasis is placed on developing critical thinking, therapeutic use of self, and intervention planning. PREREQUISITE: Admission to OTA program and COREQUISITES: 10514171 Introduction to Occupational Therapy, 10514172 Medical and Psychosocial Conditions, and 10806177 General Anatomy and Physiology.

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    Explores practice options and interventions for occupation-based community practice. Students articulate the unique role of occupational therapy within the community. PREREQUISITES: 10514171 Introduction to Occupational Therapy, 10514172 Medical and Psychosocial Conditions, 10514174 OT Performance Skills, 10514175 Psychosocial Practice, 10514176 OT Theory and Practice, and 10514178 Geriatric Practice and COREQUISITES: 10514189 Phys Rehab Practice, 10514190 OT Pediatric Practice, and 10514184 OTA Fieldwork I.

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  • OTA Fieldwork I Undergraduate | 2 Credits

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    Integrate classroom theory and practice into a Fieldwork Level I experience which may be virtual, simulated, faculty led, or community based. Provides experiences to assist in the development of communication, professional and observational skills. PREREQUISITES: 10514174 OT Performance Skills, 10514175 Psychosocial Practice, 10514176 OT Theory and Practice, and 10514178 Geriatric Practice and COREQUISITES: 10514179 Community Practice, 10514189 Phys Rehab Practice, and 10514190 OT Pediatric Practice.

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