OPTA Practicum 1

Course code OPTA 1354

Credit 5.0

Length 160.0 hours

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This first practicum experience provides students with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge learned in the classroom and labs to the clinical environment at a beginning level. Under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist and/or Physical Therapist, students gain practical experience in either a hospital, clinic or long-term care facility.

Prerequisites

OPTA 1234, OPTA 1351, OPTA 1352, OPTA 1353.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • 1. Role of OTA and/or PTA 2. Treatment implementation 3. Collaboration 4. Support rehabilitation team 5. Reporting 6. Communication 7. Documentation 8. Professional competencies 9. Health and wellness

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
60129 May 31, 2027
to June 25, 2027
Practicum Off Site See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.