Learning Outcomes

What is Occupational Therapy?

Upper Limb Conditions Requiring Occupational Therapy

Lower Limb Conditions Requiring Occupational Therapy

Management of Depression with Occupational Therapy

Lesson Summary

This module introduces you to the profession of occupational therapy and the most important duties an occupational therapist has to play. It also helps you identify some major upper and lower limb conditions that occupational therapy can modify. Lastly, it discusses the role of occupational therapy in depression management.

Occupational Therapy - Fundamentals of Rehabilitation Sciences - Assessment

Learn to identify and treat some of the common conditions that require occupational therapy in this free online course.

Occupational Therapy - Fundamentals of Rehabilitation Sciences

This short course describes some conditions of the upper and lower limbs of the human body that may require the services of an occupational therapist to treat. We explain how to easily identify such conditions and their causes. We also explore the role of occupational therapy in depression management. Sign up to learn how occupational therapy can be used to treat maladies of the body and mind and help patients achieve health and wellbeing.

Essential Skills

Working With Different Age Groups

Mental Health and Therapeutic Approaches

Mental Wellness, Transition and Loss

Conceptual Foundations and Advocacy

This module equips you with the skills to deliver client-centred, holistic occupational therapy across diverse specialisations, including paediatrics and geriatrics. You'll learn to evaluate therapeutic approaches, tackle common professional challenges, and apply targeted interventions for various age groups.

Occupational Therapy Fundamentals - Course Assessment

Master the therapeutic approaches and techniques of occupational therapy from this free online course.

Occupational Therapy Fundamentals

This occupational therapy course teaches you how to support individuals with physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges. You’ll learn stress management strategies, including the '4-S' model, and about various settings like hospitals and the community. The course also covers the legal and ethical responsibilities of OTs to protect client rights and wellbeing. Enrol now and start your journey to becoming a skilled occupational therapist today.

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