MATC 2024-25 Catalog

OFTECH – PHOTO

assessment and interventions. Prerequisite(s): Complete OTASST-174, OTASST-176 and

skills and knowledge in an approved business of fi ce, under the supervision and guidance of a teacher and a cooperating employer that serves a diverse population. Prerequisite(s): Complete OFTECH-183 and INTRN-796 with minimum grade ofC. OFTECH-196 Credits: 1 Administrative Professional Internship This course is a cooperative training program that allows students to utilize skills and knowledge in an approved business of fi ce, under the supervision and guidance of a teacher coordinator and a cooperating employer. Prerequisite(s): Complete INTRN-796. Completion of or currently enrolled in OFTECH-165 and OFTECH-184. OTASST – Occupational Assistant (Department 514) OTASST-171 Credits: 3 Introduction to Occupational Therapy Provides an overview of history, philosophy, ethics and scope of occupational therapy practice. The course examines legal responsibilities, professional resources and organization. Students practice basic skills related to therapeutic relationships and determine their own suitability to a career in occupational therapy. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program (10-514-1). OTASST-172 Credits: 3 Medical and Psychosocial Conditions This course introduces medical and psychosocial conditions as they relate to occupational therapy practice. Topics include etiology, symptomology, treatment and contraindications. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program (10-514-1). Completion of or currently enrolled in OTASST-171 and Activity Analysis and Application Provides instruction in activity analysis with hands-on experience in activities across the lifespan. Students apply the teaching/learning process and adhere to safety regulations. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program (10 514-1). OTASST-174 Credits: 4 OT Performance Skills The emphasis of this course is on the development of skills related to assessment and intervention in the areas of sensory, motor, cognition and communication. Prerequisite(s): Complete OTASST-171, OTASST-172 and OTASST-173. OTASST-175 Credits: 3 Psychosocial Practice Examines the role of the OTA in the service delivery to individuals affected by mental health conditions. Provides an opportunity for development of skills related to psychosocial OTASST-173. OTASST-173 Credits: 2

OFTECH-170 Credits: 3 Meeting Event Planning Support Personnel This course introduces students to the basics of project planning as an administrative assistant. Students plan and execute meetings and business events. Meeting and event preplanning activities, facilitating events, producing meeting/event documentation, coordinating equipment, facility, and food and beverage needs will be discussed. Students plan travel for business executives as well as prepare a travel itinerary. Prerequisite(s): Complete OFTECH-101 and OFTECH-122. OFTECH-182 Credits: 3 Customer Service Skills Students will receive an introduction to customer service principles including the concepts and practices needed by today’s support personnel for providing effective customer satisfaction in any business organization, domestic or international. Customer service strategies covered in this course include effective listening, oral and written communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, and teamwork. OFTECH-183 Credits: 3 Bilingual Customer Service Skills Overview of the behavior exhibited by successful customer service professionals featuring simulated business settings. Includes conventional behaviors of the workplace, professional communication in the customer service setting, grooming and clothing for a business setting, telephone and email etiquette basics, effective answers to sales questions, punctuality and the work ethic, professionalism in the workplace, basic qualitative activities, behavior with co-workers, customer service challenges, exceptional customer service, and career advancement strategies in customer service. In addition, learners will study and train in organizational communication within a multicultural global environment. Interpersonal communication skills in a culturally diverse workforce. OFTECH-184 Credits: 3 MSOf fi ce: Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint This course offers skill development in PowerPoint including such items as multiple page documents with attributes, spreadsheet with formulas and functions, database with tables, queries, forms/reports, presentations, internet and email. Prerequisite(s): Complete MSOf fi ce – Intermediate This course offers skill development in intermediate and integrated applications in Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and other technologies including online networking tools. Prerequisite(s): Complete OFTECH-184. OFTECH-190 Credits: 1 Bilingual Of fi ce Assistant Internship This course will be a cooperative training program that allows bilingual students to utilize OFTECH-101. OFTECH-185 Credits: 3

OTASST-178. OTASST-176

Credits: 3

OT Theory and Practice Examines the theoretical foundations that guide OT practice. Apply group dynamics and demonstrate leadership skills. Prerequisite(s): Complete OTASST-171, OTASST-172 and

OTASST-173. OTASST-178

Credits: 3

Geriatric Practice This course provides opportunities for the learner to examine the role of the OT in the service delivery to elders in a variety of settings. The course includes analysis of the impact of age-related changes and disease processes on the function of the elderly. Prerequisite(s): Complete OTASST-171, OTASST-172 and OTASST-173. OTASST-179 Credits: 2 Community Practice Explores practice options and interventions for occupation-based community practice. Students articulate the unique role of occupational therapy within the community. Prerequisite(s): Complete OTASST-171 OTASST-172 and OTASST-173. OTASST-184 Credits: 2 OTA Fieldwork I Integrate classroom theory and practice into a fi eld work Level I experience. Provides experiences to assist in the development of communication, professional and observational skills. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in OTASST-175, OTASST-189 and OT Practice and Management Provides opportunities to practice clinical management skills, continuous quality improvement measurement and administrative concepts and procedures. Students create a professional development plan. Prerequisite(s): Complete OTASST-175, OTASST-179, OTASST-189, OTASST-190 and OTASST-184. OTASST-186 Credits: 5 OTA Fieldwork IIA Develop skills and behaviors necessary for entry level occupational therapy assistant practice. Provides a different clinical practice setting than OTA Fieldwork IIB. Prerequisite(s): Complete OTASST-175, OTASST-179, OTASST-184, OTASST-189 and OTASST-190. OTASST-187 Credits: 5 OTA Fieldwork IIB Develop skills and behaviors necessary for entry level occupational therapy assistant practice. Provides a different clinical practice setting than OTA Field IIB. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in OTASST-185 and OTASST-186. OTASST-190. OTASST-185 Credits: 2

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