Apr 06, 2026  
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HPR 130 - Orientation to Occupational Therapy: The Profession and Practice


Semester Hours: 2
Spring, Summer
This course will introduce students to the domain and process of occupational therapy from philosophical, historical and contemporary perspectives, with a focus on identifying and applying the use of occupations (meaningful activities) as therapeutic tools. There will be an experiential component with opportunities to view practice from the vantage point of occupational therapy practitioners, service delivery and recipients of occupational therapy.

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis. (Formerly HPR 179C: Orientation to Occupational Therapy: The Profession and Practice.) Credit given for this course or HPR 179C, not both.


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