OT 652 PRACTICE MANAGEMENT; LEADERSHIP Course Syllabus - Erin Bales

Term
Spring 2025
Section
M1
Course Delivery
ln person­[FTF]
Class Program

OT 652:

Credits 2
Description

This course focuses on advocacy and leadership skills and encourages the student to develop a professional practice that includes a mission, vision, strategic and business plans, applicable policies and procedures, a job description, performance benchmarks and appraisal methods. Related interviews, supervision, leadership models, and appraisal methods are included. Trends in health care systems, management principles, promotion, marketing, liability, consultation, advocacy, and consulting roles are also explored. Development of a 5-year professional development plan including goals for advanced practice certifications and fieldwork education are developed. Ethical scenarios as potential practice liability issues are analyzed. Students will also critically analyze the professional entry competencies for practice (especially concerning rural practice), including certification and licensure responsibilities.

Meeting Times, Location, & Course Delivery Details

Meeting Days:
Tuesdays
Meeting Times:
9:00-11:00am
Location:
CSS 10\A

Contact Information

Instructor:
Erin Bales
Instructor Email:
erin.bales@wilmington.edu
Office Location:
CSS
Office Hours:
By appointment
Course Learning Outcomes

Upon Successful completion of this course...

Course Materials
  1.  The Occupational Therapy Manager, Karen Jacobs, Guy McCormack
  2. Strengthsfinder 2.0, Gallup
    ISBN - 13.9781595620156
    Edition - 1st
    Format - Hardcover w/Access Code
    Publisher -  Simon and Schuster, Inc.
    Copyright - 02/01/2007
Instructor's Course Objectives

Upon completion of the course... 

The learner will be able to: 

  1. B.2.9: Personal & Professional Responsibilities 

Create and implement a plan to address individualized personal and professional responsibilities that are consistent with current accepted standards and long-term professional goals. The plan must address the following: 1) Personal well-being. 2) Alignment with current accepted norms in occupational therapy practice. 3) Advocacy related to clients, occupational therapy, or the role of the occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant. 4) Long-term career objectives. 

5) A strategy to evaluate, refine, and update the plan over time. 

  1. B.2.10 Ethical and Professional Interactions 

Demonstrate knowledge of the current published American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and AOTA Standards of Practice and use them as a guide for ethical decision making in professional interactions, client interventions, employment settings, and when confronted with personal and organizational ethical conflicts. 

  1. B.2.11 Leadership 

Demonstrates knowledge of effective leadership styles. Identify personal and professional strengths and areas for growth to become an effective leader. 

  1. B.3.3 Standardized and Non-standardized Screening and Assessment Tools Evaluate client(s)’ occupational performance, including occupational profile, by analyzing and selecting standardized and non-standardized screenings and assessment tools to determine the need for occupational therapy intervention(s). Assessment methods must take into consideration cultural and contextual factors of the client. 

Identify and appropriately delegate components of the evaluation to an occupational therapy assistant. Demonstrate intraprofessional collaboration to establish and document an occupational therapy assistant’s competence regarding screening and assessment tools. 

  1. B.4.3 Documentation of Services 

Demonstrate knowledge of various reimbursement systems and funding mechanisms (e.g., federal, state, local, third party, private payer), appeals mechanisms, treatment/diagnosis codes (e.g., CPT®, ICD, DSM® codes), and durable medical equipment coding (e.g., HCPCS) and documentation requirements (e.g., equipment justifications) that affect consumers and the practice of occupational therapy. 

Documentation must effectively communicate the need and rationale for occupational therapy services. 

  1. B.4.9 Supervision of Personnel 

Develop strategies for effective, competency-based legal and ethical supervision of occupational therapy practitioners and non–occupational therapy personnel. 

  1. Revise a professional portfolio to reflect career goals and leadership achievements and aspirations. 

Course Schedule

Tentative Schedule -Subject to change during the semester. Adequate notice of changes will be given.

Week 1 

Topics 

Assignments 

Jan. 6 – Jan. 10 

Lecture – 
Foundations of OT Leadership and Management 
             *  Chp. 1: Theories of Leadership 

  • Chp. 3: Leadership vs. Management Skill Sets 

Readings:

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. 1 & Chp. 3 

Assignments: 

Strengths Finder 2.0 (B.2.11) Discussion Post, Due January 12th at 11:59 PM 

Week 2 

Topics 

Assignments 

Jan. 13 – Jan. 17 

Lecture – 

Foundations of OT Leadership and Management 

  • Chp. 6: Leading and Managing within Healthcare Systems 

  • Chp. 8: Management for Occupation-Centered Practice 

Readings: 

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. 6, Chp. 8, 

 

Assignments: Leadership Quiz (B.2.11) 

Week 3 

Topics 

Assignments 

 

Jan. 20 – 24

MLK Day Jan. 20

Lecture –

Ethical and Legal Considerations

  • Chp. 57: Organizational Ethics Chp. 64: Understanding Employment Laws

Readings:

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. 57, Chp. 64

 

Assignments:

Week 4

Topics

Assignments

Jan. 27 – Jan. 30

Lecture –

Ethical and Legal Considerations

  • Chp. 52: Professional Liability

  • Chp. 61: Malpractice and Liability

Readings:

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. 52 & Chp. 61

 

Assignments: Ethics Quiz (B.2.10)

Week 5

Topics

Assignments

Feb. 3 – Feb. 7

Lecture –

Outcomes and Documentation

  • Chp. 24: Managing Quality and Promoting Evidence-Based Practice

  • Chp.26: Evaluating OT Services and Client Satisfaction

Readings:

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. 24 & Chp. 26

 

 

Assignments:

Week 6

Topics

Assignments

Feb. 10 – Feb. 14

Lecture –

Outcomes and Documentation

  • Chp. 29: Federal Health Care Programs and Outcomes

  • Chp. 30: Private Health Insurance

  • Chp. 31 Workers’ Compensation

Readings:

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. 29, Chp. 30, Chp. 31

 

Assignments:

Outcomes and Documentation Quiz (B.4.3)

Week 7

Topics

Assignments

Feb. 17 – Feb. 21

Lecture –

Billing/Reimbursement

  • Chp. 63: Billing for Occupational Therapy

Readings:

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. 63 & Chp. 74 

 

  • Chp.74: Regulatory and Payment Issues 

Assignments: 

Week 8 

Topics 

Assignments 

MIDTERM WEEK 

Feb 24-28 

Midterm on Tuesday at 9:00 am 

Multiple Choice Midterm 

Week 9 

Topics 

Assignments 

Mar. 3 – Mar. 7 

Lecture - 

Billing/Reimbursement 

  • Chp. 63: Billing for Occupational Therapy 

  • Chp.74: Regulatory and Payment Issues 

Readings: 

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. 63 and Chp. 74 

Assignments: 

Billing Scenario (B.4.3) 

Assignment Due Sunday, March 9th @ 11:59 PM 

 

SPRING BREAK 

 

Spring Break 

Mar. 10 – Mar. 

14 

 

NO CLASSES 😊 

 

Week 10 

Topics 

Assignments 

Mar. 17 – Mar. 21 

Lecture- 

Outcomes and Documentation 

  • Chp. 27: Measuring Outcomes 

  • Chp. 28: Guidelines for Effective Documentation and Quality Reporting 

Readings: 

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. 27 & Chp. 28 

 

Assignments: Billing Quiz (B.4.3) 

Week 11 

Topics 

Assignments 

Mar. 24 – Mar. 28 

Lecture- 

Supervision 

  • Chp. 34: Supervising Other Disciplines 

  • Chp. 37: Conflict Resolution 

  • Chp. 40: Providing Constructive Feedback 

Readings: 

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. 34, 37, 40 & Chp. 41 

 

Assignments: 

 

 

  • Chp. 41: Working with OT Assistants 

 

Week 12 

Topics 

Assignments 

Mar. 31 – Apr. 4 

Lecture- 

Professional Standards 

  • Establishing Clinical Competence for entry-level and OTAs 

  • Chp. 37: Conflict Resolution 

  • Chp. 40: Providing Constructive Feedback 

Readings: 

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. Chp. 37 and Chp. 40 

 

Assignments: Supervision Quiz (B.4.9) 

Week 13 

Topics 

Assignments 

Apr. 7 – Apr. 11 

Lecture- 

Professional Standards 

  • Chp.54 Continuing Competence 

  • Chp. 71: Professional Development 

Readings: 

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. Chp. 54 and Chp. 71 

 

Assignments: Competency Check (B.3.3) 

Assignment, Due Sunday, April 13 @ 11:59 PM 

Week 14 

Topics 

Assignments 

Apr. 14 – Apr. 18 

April 18th Good Friday 

Lecture- 

Managing Your Career 

  • Chp.69: Transitioning to New Practice Areas 

  • Chp. 70: Becoming a Successful Contractor 

Readings: 

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. 69 and Chp. 70 

 

Assignments: 

Week 15 

Topics 

Assignments 

Apr. 21 – Apr. 25 

Apr. 25 Last Day of Classes 

Lecture- 

Managing Your Career 

  • Chp. 67: Succeeding as a New Leader or Manager 

  • Chp. 76: Becoming an Advocate 

Readings: 

Jacobs & McCormack Chp. 67 and Chp. 76 

 

Assignments: 

                                                            

                                                                                                                             

                                                                                 

Week 16 

Topics 

Assignments 

April 28 – May 2 

FINALS WEEK 

Professional Development Plan (B.2.9) Due Sunday, April 27th @ 11:59 PM 

 

Course Assignments

Evaluation Methods   

Assignment   

Course Grade   

Letter Grade 

Equivalents:    

Quizzes 

20% 

A = 90-100  

B = 80-89 

 F = 0-79   

   

*All Complete/Incomplete assignments must be marked 

“Complete” to pass the class 

Leadership Profile Discussion Post 

10% 

Billing Scenario Assignment 

15% 

Competency Check Assignment 

15% 

Midterm (Written Exam) 

20 

Final: Professional Development Plan 

20% 

 

100% 

Total % 

***Please note: A minimum of a “B” is required to pass a class in Occupational Therapy. If the student does not receive a minimum of a “B” in the course, he/she will have one opportunity to re-take the course and pass it when it is offered in the next year to continue to progress through the program. Two failures may result in dismissal. 

Assignment Descriptions  

Assignment  

B Standard

Addressed  

Description  

Quizzes

B.2.10; B.2.11;

B.3.3; B.4.3; B.4.9

Students will complete multiple-choice, fill-in-the blank, and matching quizzes to demonstrate knowledge of readings and

content covered in class.

Leadership Profile Discussion Post

B.2.11

Students will complete a discussion post to share the results of

their leadership style quiz. Students will identify their personal and professional leadership strengths and areas for growth. 

Billing Scenario Assignment                                                                                                 

B.4.3                                                                                             

Students will demonstrate accurate billing using CPT, ICD, and DME codes based on a treatment note. Students will document a justification for the equipment and a rationale for OT services.

Competency Check Assignment

B.3.3

Students will demonstrate effective supervision of OT and non- OT personnel to ensure competency via written and demonstrated methods.

Midterm

B.2.10; B.2.11; B.3.3; B.4.3; B.4.9

Students will complete a multiple-choice exam to demonstrate understanding of leadership skills, healthcare ethics, outcome measurement, and documentation requirements.

Final: Professional Development Plan

B.2.9

Students will create a professional development plan to address the following: 1) Personal well-being 2) Alignment with current accepted norms in occupational therapy practice. 3) Advocacy related to clients, occupational therapy, or the role of the occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant. 4) Long-term career objectives. 5) A strategy to evaluate, refine, and update the plan over time. 

Course Final Exam
Finals Week: April 28th - May 2nd
Evaluation of Work

The grading scale will be as follows:

Methods of Evaluation: Check all that apply 

Case Study 

Presentation 

 

Exams 

Demonstration 

Group Projects 

 

Individual Project 

Assignments/Papers 

Essay Test 

 

EBP Literature Analysis 

 

Objective Test/Quiz 

Lab Performance/Competency 

 

Lab Practical 

 

Journaling 

 

Participation/In-Class Activities        

Fieldwork Performance Evaluation     

 

Other: 

 

Methods of Instruction: Check all that apply

Case AnalysisXRole PlayX
Roundtable DiscussionXClinical Simulations 
Discussion Questioning/Interviewing Community Integration Experience 
Experiential Learning Multimedia ActivitiesX
Fieldwork Experience Other 
Group Presentation   
LectureX  
Lab Activities   

Daily Participation is a key part of this course and students are expected to attend all programmed portions of the course.  Students are encouraged to communicate with the instructor before class time if any issues arises that may interfere with their ability to participate or require than to step out of the class during unscheduled breaks.  Active participation in all daily discussion, community outings, and class/laboratory experiences in this course will be noted by instructors during each session.  Students deemed to be disinterested, unengaged, or otherwise occupied, will not receive participation points at the discretion of the instructor with no recourse on the part of the student.  Students should arrive prepared for class to discuss, answer questions, and participate in all class lectures, meeting times and activities.  Students should make every to use the bathroom during scheduled breaks offered approximately once per hour during instruction.  If a student leaves the class at other times, it is their responsibility to communicate to the instructor ahead of time of an issue that my prevent them from sitting in class for approximately 60 minutes.  Any student who is not engaged in the class, completing other activities not related to the course or the assigned activity, or completing assignments such as studying for another course will be asked to leave the class.  Absence, tardiness, and participation points can all be affected by each incident.  

Instructor Course Policies

Instructor's Course Attendance Policy

Absences & Tardiness 

It is an expectation that students will attend and fully participate in all classes and fieldwork 

assignments. Students at the master’s level are adults and are held accountable for their actions and behavior. Even the most reliable student can have an emergency occur (see absence policy). In the case of absence from fieldwork, both the fieldwork supervisor and the fieldwork coordinator must be notified. 

*Free medical and mental health services are available from the Wilmington College Health and Wellness Center. The Health and Wellness Center can be utilized to obtain a medical note (937)-481- 2217. 

Absences 

Instructors reserve the right to determine whether an absence is excused or unexcused. Absences result in 1% off the overall final grade each day the student is absent (e.g., If a student is absent 4 days over the semester, 4% of the overall final grade is deducted resulting in an overall course grade of 96% vs. 

100%. Reasonable exceptions may be made at the instructor’s discretion. 

Excused Absences 

An excused absence is defined as a student’s unexpected illness/health with a medical note, bereavement for immediate family (e.g., spouse, children, grandparents, grandchildren, parents, siblings), or an unexpected life event (e.g., emergencies, hospitalizations, and legal obligations). An excused absence will result in the student’s ability to make-up assigned in-class work & assignments and submit within two days for full credit. Reasonable exceptions may be made at the instructor’s discretion. 

Unexcused Absences 

An unexcused absence is defined as 1.) birthdays, 2.) holidays that are not approved on the Wilmington College graduate calendar, 3.) weddings, 4.) vacations/trips, 5.) absence due to illness without a medical note, or 6.) work. Unexcused absences will result in a student’s inability to submit assigned in-class work on the day of absence. Regular assignments (those that are not completed in-class), and that are due for 

submission on the same day that a student is absent, MUST be turned in by the due date regardless of whether the student is present for class to avoid a zero grade. 

In the case of ALL absences, whether excused or unexcused, you are expected to contact your instructor to get information and materials missed. 

*If a student has unexcused absences of 3 or more days for any single course, they can be considered for failure of the course and possible dismissal from the program. 

Tardiness 

Students are expected to arrive to class or learning session on time including arriving on time after a break in class or learning session. After one late arrival, the instructor contacts the student if the student did not communicate ahead of time regarding the late arrival. Upon the second late arrival, whether excused or unexcused, the instructor notifies the student’s faculty advisor to request the development of an action plan to prevent further occurrences. The student is responsible for any missed material and assignments resulting from tardiness. Failing to notify the instructor of tardiness or absence before class starts, or consistent tardiness may impact your overall grade.   

Tardiness over five minutes will result in 1% off the overall final grade each day the student is tardy. (e.g.,If a student is tardy 4 days over the semester, 4% of the overall final grade is deducted resulting in an overall course grade of 96% vs. 100%. Reasonable exceptions may be made at the instructor’s discretion.  

Instructor's Academic Integrity Policy

See the Graduate Catalog and OT student handbook for additional policies in dealing with academic misconduct charges. 

Academic misconduct may result in a failing grade, and a letter regarding the incident may be placed in the student’s permanent file in the Office of Academic Affairs.  Academic misconduct includes all types of scholastic dishonesty and includes, but is not limited to, cheating on examinations or assignments, interfering with another student’s work, representing work done by another as your own, and plagiarizing.    

Scholastic Dishonesty   

Academic misconduct/scholastic dishonesty may result in a failing grade, and a letter regarding the incident may be placed in the student’s permanent file in the Office of Academic Affairs. Academic misconduct includes all types of scholastic dishonesty and includes, but is not limited to, cheating on examinations or assignments, interfering with another student’s work, representing work done by another as your own, and plagiarizing. 

Resources are available to help students understand how to avoid plagiarism. Faculty may require students to submit their written assignments through plagiarism software prior to submission. It is the student’s responsibility to ask for help if needed. See the college catalogue and website for further information. 

Any student who commits an act of academic misconduct/scholastic dishonesty is subject to discipline that can result in dismissal from the program (refer to the Probation & Suspension policies in the OT Student Handbook and Graduate Catalog). Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, collusion, the submission for credit of any work or materials that are attributable to another person. 

Artificial Intelligence   

Using AI-generated text or images without proper citation is academic dishonesty. Wilmington 

College defines plagiarism as “submitting work done wholly or partly by another,” and that remains true even if the other is an AI model and not another student or author of a published article. You are not permitted to use generative AI tools for any work in courses. This includes the use of popular tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, GitHub Co-Pilot, as well as all other tools built on generative AI technologies UNLESS EXPRESSLY PERMITTED BY THE INSTRUCTOR. Due to the nature of this program, work can only be fairly and accurately evaluated if student writing has NOT been assisted by generative AI. Use of generative AI for assignments in this course will be considered a violation of the College’s academic integrity policies. Assigned reading and corresponding written assignments in this program are designed to develop independent skills and thoughtful perspective through reflective technical writing. Use of AI undermines that work, its purpose, and ultimately any benefit that it could provide towards students’ learning experience. Therefore, the use of any generative AI to help with any assignments will be considered cheating/plagiarism and will be graded and handled accordingly.  

Additional Course Policies

Minimal Technical Standards 

A student is expected to meet all standards as outlined on the MSOT program’s Minimum Technical Standards document. If a student is no longer able to meet these standards for any reason, the student is advised to contact the Director of Accessibility and Disability Services as soon as possible. The Accessibility and Disability Services office will provide written instructions for the type and extent of accommodations to meet the student’s need. The stipulations for accommodations will be provided directly from the Accessibility and Disability Services office to the appropriate instructors, per the policies and procedures of the Accessibility and Disability Services office. 

Assignments   

Class assignments are designed to ensure that students are building the skills needed to become competent, entry-level practitioners by graduation. Each class uses a variety of evaluation methods to meet diverse student learning styles.  Students are expected to be fully prepared for each class and meet all assigned due dates. Late submissions are generally NOT permitted. Reasonable exceptions may be made at the instructor’s discretion. 

Exams and Quizzes 

Written Exams 

Time allotted for exams and quizzes will vary between courses. In general, students are allowed one hour for multiple choice exams, 30 minutes for quizzes, and two hours for exams containing case studies, short answer items, or essay questions. Official time allotted for exams and quizzes is at the discretion of the individual instructor. 

Practical Exams 

Time frames for practical exams and performance-based competencies given individually or in pairs are determined by the amount of content involved and the expectation of the demonstration, at the discretion of the instructor. 

Rescheduling Exams 

Examinations must be given during the scheduled examination period at the end of each semester. A student may take a final at a different time only if an emergency or a special circumstance at the time of the exam occurs. Students who think they have special reason to ask for a special examination should complete the Early/Late Exam Request form, take it to the instructor for approval, and have it countersigned by the Program Director. No instructor is authorized to provide a special exam without this form. 

Any midterm or final assessment CANNOT be rescheduled for an unexcused absence. 

Professional Behaviors 

Students are expected to be professional in all interactions associated with the school and program. Professional behavior is expected to be maintained in all classrooms and campus buildings, and when in the community for assigned class activities. Unprofessional behavior will be addressed immediately, and the student will be held accountable for immediate resolution of the issue. 

Behaviors which detract from students learning will not be tolerated. These behaviors include but are not limited to talking during class when an instructor or other student has the floor, attire that distracts from students learning, entering, and exiting during instruction, and incoming messages on electronic devices. 

Cell Phones  

All phones will be silenced and put away during class and only accessed during break times. If an emergency occurs and the professor is informed appropriately, an exception may be made. Faculty approval is required for any exceptions to cell phone and electronic device use and is at the discretion of the individual instructor. 

Dress Code 

Students are expected to be always clean and neat. Students are expected to wear business casual dress shirts, polo shirts, or Wilmington College branded shirts, and dark or khaki casual pants or scrub pants. No jeans, spandex, or shorts are allowed without explicit permission from the course instructor. All clothing must be loose enough to allow free movement through all ranges, especially during lab activities. When participating in anatomy and kinesiology labs students may be asked to change into appropriate lab clothing as designated by instructors. Rubber-soled, close-toed shoes are required. No clogs, flipflops, or sandals are allowed. 

Jewelry, perfumes, and after shave scents must be kept to a minimum. When guest speakers or other visitors are present, students must wear their Wilmington College OT Student name tags. Pajamas or tank tops will not be permitted during class, including courses delivered in an online format. 

Electronic Devices 

The use of electronic devices (including headphones) during class or any instructional activity or session for personal communication, texting/chatting, private exploration, or any other purpose outside of the activities prescribed by the Professor for that session is not permitted. 

Food & Drink   

Any food must only be consumed in breaks, outside or in the student lounge. Students are allowed lidded drinking cups in the classroom. All students are responsible for their own clean up. All kitchen items must be washed and replaced immediately after use. Refrigerators must be emptied of all student items each Thursday before students can leave the building. The program is not responsible for items left in the department over weekends, holidays, or breaks. 

Online Netiquette   

Online communication can be challenging. It’s possible to miscommunicate what we mean or to misunderstand what our classmates mean given the lack of body language and immediate feedback. Therefore, please keep these netiquette (network etiquette) guidelines in mind. Failure to observe them may result in disciplinary action. 

  • Always consider audience. All communication should reflect polite consideration of other’s ideas. 

  • Respect and courtesy must be always provided to classmates and instructors. No harassment or inappropriate postings will be tolerated. 

  • When reacting to someone else’s message, address the ideas, not the person. Post only what anyone would comfortably state in a face-to-face situation. 

Physical Contact: 

Disclaimer: Due to the nature of occupational therapy practice, there may be physical contact with other classmates and instructors in order to fully comprehend and correctly perform specific evaluation and intervention techniques. By reading this statement and signing the syllabus attestation, you agree to fully participate and accept the necessity for physical contact by instructors, guest speakers, and other classmates for professional and educational purposes. 


 

Occcupational Therapy Program Mission

The mission of the Occupational Therapy program at Wilmington College is to prepare exceptional occupational therapy professionals that recognize and respond to the unique needs of rural communities with a focus on evidence and occupational-based practices that are client-centered.  

Upon completion of the Occupational Therapy program, students will...

  1. Use critical reasoning to recognize health care needs, especially those in rural contexts, and provide evidence-based occupational therapy services to a variety of populations employing a variety of service delivery models, in different health care settings, and within community- based systems.
  2. Provide services within a client-centered, occupational-based theoretical foundation with consideration of the underlying factors including, but not limited to, the culture and contexts that influence the individual’s ability to engage in meaningful occupational tasks and roles.
  3. Clearly articulate, document, and apply professional principles and ethics, in advocacy of the

client’s and family’s needs, as well as the needs of the OT profession.

  1. Provide direct and indirect services to promote and sustain health, facilitate typical growth and development, prevent deficits, and maintain, restore, or enhance function through compensation, adaptation, and participation in appropriate therapeutic methods, environmental modifications, use of adaptive equipment, and assistive technologies to enhance meaningful occupational engagement.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to manage and evaluate the efficacy of occupational therapy services including client care outcomes, departmental operations, documentation and reimbursement, and the supervision of appropriate personnel, including fieldwork students, within the guidelines of professional practice.
  3. Initiate and participate in collaborative and cooperative interactions with intra-disciplinary and interdisciplinary professionals, clients, families, significant others, and caregivers to achieve the desired occupational therapy outcomes.

    Course Learning Outcomes

Relationship to Curriculum Design and Themes

The Wilmington College Occupational Therapy Program has a rural focus with three themes woven throughout the curriculum. The three themes reflect aspects of current occupational therapy practice and care and are as follows:

  • Evidence-Based Practice
    • Occupation-Based Practice
    • Client-Centered Care

Syllabus Signature Page

Institutional and Program-Level Policies

Final Exam Schedule

All exams will follow the Final Exam Schedule. Students scheduled to take three or more final examinations on one day may request to arrange their examination schedule, so no more than two exams occur on one day.
Requests for early or late exams are considered only under extreme circumstances. Prior to the exam period, the student must file a written request on the Early/Late Exam Form available in the Student One Stop Center, Academic Records, and on the WC portal. The form must be signed by the Instructor and the Academic Dean, approving the alternate exam time. This process must be completed prior to the scheduled exam period.

SP25 Final Exam Schedule 

 

Out-of-class Work Expectation

A minimum of 2 hours of out-of-class student work is expected for each hour of in-class time for traditional face-to-face courses. For online and hybrid courses, the combination of face-to-face time and out-of-class work should be equal to 3 hours per credit hour per week.

Instructional Course Delivery                                                                                                            

Definition of Courses

Academic Integrity Policy

The use of generative AI is prohibited except where expressly allowed in assignment instructions.

Academic Integrity Policy

Class Attendance Policy                              

Institutional Class Attendance Policy

ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)