Occupational Therapy Practice in Hospital Settings

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
OCCU 1003
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Course ID
204429
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to develop student understanding and associated skills required to practice effectively in hospital settings. Health care service models. Role of multi-disciplinary health team and responsibility of team members. Provision of occupational therapy services in acute and hospital settings. Exploration of the occupational impact of a range of conditions commonly seen in a hospital setting. Occupational therapy assessment and intervention skills associated with these conditions including clinical reasoning, initial assessments, discharge planning, home assessment, goal setting and report writing. Safe and ethical practice in acute care and hospital settings.

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe the characteristics of a hospital setting and the impact of this on occupational therapy service provision.
  • Discuss the role of Occupational Therapy and relevant therapeutic approaches used within the hospital setting.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the occupational performance issues for an individual that result from a range of conditions commonly seen in a hospital setting.
  • Demonstrate safe and effective practice skills relevant to hospital setting.
  • Explain the roles of various health professionals within the hospital setting.
  • Identify attributes required to build effective relationships within a team of health professionals.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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