Jerry Bentley, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA Fieldwork Administrator Dept. of Occupational Therapy & Occupational Science Enrollment Services Room
AGENDA Overview of FW Program Major Level II Issues to Consider FW Schedule Q & A
The Road to Entry Level Practice Academic Phase (All classes including Level I) Fieldwork: (Level II) Final Steps (Graduation, Exam, License)
What Is Fieldwork Links Education and Practice Real-life Experiences Hands on learning In Vivo
FIELDWORK TYPES Level I (Area Sites) OCTH 320 OCTH 319 OCTH 326 OCTH 612 Level II (Global Sites) OCTH 635: Physical Rehab OCTH 636: Psychosocial
Purpose of Level I Apply Knowledge Develop Skills Broaden Exposure Answer the questions
FIELDWORK LEVEL I OCTH Spring 2015 OCTH Fall, 2015 OCTH Spring, 2016 OCTH OT Health Promotion Initiatives in the Community
Level II Fieldwork 12 Weeks/480 hours each Self Directed Learning Professional Relationships Assessments/Evaluation Intervention Documentation
FW Dates June 6 – August 26, 2016 or June 27 – September 16, 2016 September 26 – December 16, 2016
Fieldwork Assignment By Lottery (Area Sites Only) Self Selection ( Out- of- Area)
Level II FW Preparation FW Files FW Web page Web site of hospital, rehab centers, SNF, etc. Visit Ask family, friends, neighbors, other
Fieldwork Requirements Why are they necessary Hepatitis B Titer or signed declination PPD 6 months – 1 yr Annual CPR – Infant, Child & Adult Health Insurance Background Check Flu Shot
Fieldwork Dress Requirements See PPT
What can you do? Develop Your Professional Self Fully Engaged Attend classes & retain info (lecture/presentation/group work) Participate Reflect Review FW files Explore Web sites
Major Issues to Consider Pace Skill Level Supervision Type Personal & Professional Goals Cost
Learn More….. Town Meetings Individually by appointment Via FW Meetings Link
Questions & Answers