OT 572 - Clinical Competency Lab

This course provides a platform for clinical skills development in the following areas: goniometry, manual muscle and sensory testing, functional transfers, splinting, edema management, and application of physical agent modalities. Classes are conducted in a practical hands-on format, offering trial-and-error opportunities in a safe, learning environment. Practical case scenarios allow students to exercise and demonstrate, critical thinking and reasoning skills, safety awareness in handling, use, approach, and execution, and overall skills application. In addition to lab instruction and guidance, clinical skills will be further developed and refined during concurrent level I fieldwork. OT Majors only.

Credits: 3

Program Graduate