vcc.ca

OPTA 1236: Professional Practice 1 

Effective date

September 2022 

Department

Occup/Physical Therapist Asst 

School

Health Sciences 
 




Description

This course focuses on the knowledge and skills required by Occupational Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy Assistants in the workplace. Other topics include informed practice, research skills, professional associations and competencies, reflective practice and an introduction to solving ethical dilemmas.  

Credits

1.5 

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: 30
Total Hours: 30
 

Instructional Strategies

Instructional strategies may include: Lecture, seminar, on-line learning, assignments, problem-based learning, videos, small group discussions, student-led review sessions and guest speakers. Role rehearsals, reflective practice and in-class presentations will also be included.  

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

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

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Assignments 

50 

X 4 

Lab Work 

30 

as per rubric 

Clinical Examination 

15 

skills assessment 

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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