| You get everything you need to know in easy-to-understand lessons that take you step-by-step from the basics of occupational therapy, anatomy, medical terminology, pathology, and Pediatric, Adult and Geriatric Occupational Therapy. This gives you a preview of what you will learn.
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Instruction Pack 1
Instruction Pack 2
Instruction Pack 3
Instruction Pack 4
Instruction Pack 5
Occupational Therapy Instruction Pack I Back to Top
Introduction to Occupational Therapy Aide
Welcome to Occupational Therapy! Explore the
evolution of this career and the employment
opportunities available today. Compare the
responsibilities of the occupational therapist, assistant
and aide.
An Overview of the Healthcare Industry
Explore the history of healthcare and meet the types of
healthcare professionals you’ll work with in your new
career.
Medical Terminology 1
Start developing your medical vocabulary with these
medical term building blocks—root words, prefixes
and suffixes.
Medical Terminology 2
Learn how to divide medical words into word parts
to determine their meanings, as well as combine those
parts to form medical terms.
Medical Terminology 3
Dive into the abbreviations, acronyms and symbols
that healthcare professionals use. You’ll also examine
medical eponyms, sound-alikes, opposites and the
special rules regarding medical plurals.
Introduction to Anatomy
This lesson explains how occupational therapy aides
use anatomy, physiology and pathology knowledge.
The Anatomy of the Human Body
Get an overview of human anatomy––the basic
components, how the human body is put together and
how it works.
Interpersonal and Interprofessional Communication
Develop therapeutic relationships with patients
and other healthcare professionals as you apply the
principles of human interaction and problem-solving
techniques.
Also included in Pack I:
• Student Handbook
• School Catalog
• Course Outline
• “You Can Do It” CD
• Quick-Learn System: Quick-Learn Pocket Folder, Tutor
and Flashcards
• Medical Terminology CDs
• Anatomy and Physiology Textbook
• Quick Check Grammar and Punctuation Guide
Occupational Therapy Instruction Pack II Back to Top
Organ Systems 1
Study the parts and functions of the integumentary,
cardiovascular, immune and respiratory systems.
Organ Systems 2
Continue your exploration of organ systems with
the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, reproductive and
endocrine systems.
Front-Office Procedures and Equipment
Master the front-office duties occupational therapy
aides perform, including scheduling appointments,
prioritizing data and filing.
The Musculoskeletal System
In this lesson, you’ll learn how the musculoskeletal
system works, as well as how it influences a patient’s
occupational therapy.
The Nervous System
Conclude your anatomical studies with this overview
of the nervous system. Learn how motor control,
learning, memory and emotions play a part in
occupational therapy.
Kinesiology
Survey the historical and philosophical foundations
of kinesiology—the study of movement in the
human body.
Ethical and Legal Issues
How do licensing, medical malpractice, patient
privacy and confidentiality, patient consent and
the Good Samaritan Law relate to your work as an
occupational therapy aide?
Human Lifespan Development 1
Trace how people physically grow and change, from
birth through adolescence, adulthood and death.
Also included in Pack II:
• Professional Development Supplement 1
• Computer Buyers’ and Users’ Guide
• Word Processing Basics Supplement
• Spreadsheet Applications using MS® Excel Supplement
• Human Anatomy Flashcards
• Medical Dictionary and CD-ROM
Occupational Therapy Instruction Pack III Back to Top
Human Lifespan Development 2
Trace how people psychologically develop during
our lifetime. Learn how this relates to occupational
development.
Medical Insurance 101
In this lesson, you’ll study the basics of health
insurance and find out what role an occupational
therapy aide can play in the insurance process.
Prepare Insurance Claims
Learn how to process insurance claims, maintain
an insurance log, follow up on claims and research
insurance company regulations.
Musculoskeletal Pathology
Explore common musculoskeletal impairments and
their preventions, such as joint pain, deformities,
trauma-related disorders and skeletal diseases.
Nervous System Pathology
Continue your pathology training with this
lesson on nervous system impairments and their
preventions.
Tools of the Trade
Use our Virtual Labs to become familiar with,
prepare and apply occupational therapy tools like
wheelchairs and eating, dressing and computer-aids.
Common Developmental Disorders
Learn how to assess, plan and implement treatment
for—as well as an aide’s role in helping—patients
with developmental disorders.
Common Psychosocial Disorders
Gain an overview of conditions that cause mental,
emotional and social disability, as well as their
assessment and treatment.
Also included in Pack III:
• HIPAA Basics—Guide to Federal Regulations
• Professional Development Supplement 2
• Developing a Dynamic Phone Personality Supplement
• Ergonomics—Creating a Healthy Working
Environment Supplement
• Virtual Lab
• Procedure Guide
• USCI Mousepad
Occupational Therapy Instruction Pack IV Back to Top
Safety and Preparation for Care
Keep your patients safe and comfortable with this
tutorial on ventilation, noise, infection control,
moving patients and more.
Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Help infants, children and teens overcome a variety
of dysfunctions with this primer on pediatric
occupational therapy.
Adult Occupational Therapy
Expand your occupational therapy knowledge with
these activities to help adults manage conditions
related to aging.
Also included in Pack IV:
• Professional Development Supplement 3
• First Aid Procedures Supplement
• Vital Signs Supplement
• Math Tutor for the Medical Professional Supplement
• Virtual Lab
• Procedure Guide
Occupational Therapy Instruction Pack V Back to Top
Geriatric Occupational Therapy
Explore the selection, performance and analysis
of therapies for the elderly, as well as intervention
techniques.
Occupational Therapy for the Disabled
Continue your therapy training with this lesson on
helping people with physical disabilities. Discover
conditions that cause disabilities and survey
therapies to address those issues.
Group Dynamics and Occupational Therapy
Conclude your treatment training with this lesson
on occupational therapy in group settings. Find out
about different types of groups, membership roles
and group therapy strategies.
Practicum
Put it all together! Show off everything you’ve
learned in this course by working through different
tasks and problems you could encounter on the job.
You’re ready for your new career!
Also included in Pack V:
• Career Starter Kit
• Virtual Lab
• Procedure Guide
• Business Card Case
• Leather Organizer
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