This course addresses both Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy skills using an interdisciplinary approach. The course further develops the skills learned in the previous Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapy Assistant courses. The course focuses on providing treatment to clients within the community environment. Other topics include advanced wheelchair skills as well as specialized interventions including treatments for pediatric, bariatric and oncology clients.
Prerequisites
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. Geriatric care 2. Home care and community based care 3. Challenges of working in the community 4. Falls prevention 5. Community based exercise 6. Beriatric clients in the community 7. Home adaptation, accessibility and risks 8. Meal planning and preparation 9. Access to transit and route planning 10. Power mobility and advanced power chairs 11. Advanced wheelchair maintenance and advanced positioning and equipment use 12. Oncology 13. Palliative care 14. Hydrotherapy 15. Paediatric intervention 16. Augmentative communication and assistive technology 17. Professional behavior
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40394 |
January 5, 2027 to March 4, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Broadway Building B | 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.