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OPTA 1134: Health Promotion and Recreation 

Effective date

September 2022 

Department

Occup/Physical Therapist Asst 

School

Health Sciences 
 




Description

This course introduces students to the importance of healthy living and the role of the Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapy Assistant in promoting and maintaining good health through physical activity, recreation, nutrition and lifestyle choices. Students learn how recreational activities can promote health and wellness. They also learn how to implement various physical fitness programs and lead group exercise programs for older adults. 

Credits

3.0 

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary 

Prerequisites

None 

Corequisites

None 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None 

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 40
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 20
Total Hours: 60
 

Instructional Strategies

Instructional strategies may include: Lecture, seminar, on-line learning, assignments, problem-based learning, videos, small group discussions, student-led review sessions, field trips and guest speakers. Lab activities will comprise a portion of this course. 

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

B- (68%) in both written and practical components of course 
 

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Quizzes/Tests 

30 

x3 

Lab Work 

25 

skills assessment 

Assignments 

15 

x1 

Field Experience 

25 

as per rubric 

Participation 

as per rubric 

Course topics

Notes:

  • Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
  • Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
    https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
  • To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.
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