Enabling Occupational Performance in GroupsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

Learning outcomes:
The students understand the stages of development in the group and know group dynamics as a phenomenon. The students are able to justify the use of an occupational therapy group. The students plan an occupational therapy group and train to set goals. The students are able to utilize theoretical knowledge on groups when leading an occupational therapy group. The students select and apply the activities in accordance with the group's objectives. The students recognize and are able to combine the events of the group with the theory. The students reflect on their own group leading skills.

Content

Contents:
- Planning the group
- Levels and stages of group development and phases
- Therapeutic factors in the group
- Group settings
- Group dynamics
- Group theories in occupational therapy
- Team leader tasks and roles
- Objectives of the group and individuals
- Use of activities in a group

Qualifications

Prerequisites:
Before attending the course, the students must have competence from the following courses: Assessing Occupational Performance 2, Enabling Occupational Performance 1

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Assessment criteria:
See the curriculum attachment.
The course instructor will specify the evaluation criteria in the beginning of the course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Assessment criteria:
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Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Assessment criteria:
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Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Assessment criteria:
See the curriculum attachment.
The course instructor will specify the evaluation criteria in the beginning of the course.

Further information

Further information: The course includes practical work.