OT 482 - OT Fieldwork Level II: Practicum I

This is the first in a sequence of two full-time (approximately 32-40 hours per week depending on the site), 12-week or the equivalent, educational experiences at an approved fieldwork site off-campus. Under the supervision of a qualified practitioner, the student integrates undergraduate academic course work by focusing on the application of purposeful and meaningful occupation in the administration and management of occupational therapy services. The fieldwork experience promotes clinical reasoning and reflective practice; and develops professionalism, competence, and compassion as career responsibilities. This in-depth experience in delivery of occupational therapy interventions is an essential foundation for graduate studies. At the completion of this fieldwork students will demonstrate significant progress toward competency for entry-level practice. To insure the safety of the work environment, fieldwork sites require extensive documentation of clearances including but not limited to background checks, health and immunization status, drug screens, and workplace trainings (CPR, HIPAA, etc.). Students must meet all site specific requirements before attending their scheduled fieldwork placement. The student is responsible for maintaining current health insurance, travel, and accommodation expenses. Please refer to the Alvernia University OT Student Handbook for full FW II Practicum requirements. This course is graded pass/fail.

Prerequisites

OT majors only
All undergraduate OT courses and all other related required courses with a “C” or better; completion of all undergraduate program requirements including satisfactory completion of all level I fieldwork; approval of academic fieldwork coordinator, the site clinical fieldwork educator, and/or the Program Director.

Credits: 6

Class Level Senior Undergraduate
Program Undergraduate