Occupational Therapist as a Societal AdvocateLaajuus (4 cr)

Objective

The student:
- understands the social and health care service system and its significance in occupational therapy
- can identify areas for development and actively seek client-centred, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions
- applies professional knowledge and methods creatively in interdisciplinary development across various work environments
- recognises the role and impact of an occupational therapist as a developer in the field and a societal advocate and actively promotes well-being through various communication channels and networks.

Content

Knowledge of the social and health service system?
Societal changes in the promotion of health and well-being?
Sustainable, economic and client-oriented solutions
Influencing skills: the occupational therapist as an influencer, developer and promoter
Social debate and networking

Qualifications

Before taking this course, the student must have successfully completed at least 120 ECTS, including the course Occupational Justice.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

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

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

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