Design Thinking and its Application to Occupational Therapy

Course code:25-CHP-005
Dates: Alternate Course Dates
Hours:6.50
Location:Online
Instructor:Virginia Chu
Fee: $150.00

Description

This course showcases the design thinking framework and shows participants how to apply this knowledge in their occupational therapy practice. Design thinking can be applied across multiple areas of OT practice and across multiple settings. The understanding of the design thinking framework supplement well with practitioners seeking to customize their approach to OT interventions for their unique clients’ needs. However, design thinking processes are relatively underutilized amongst OT practitioners, and this current gap in knowledge limits the potential for furthering OT’s strive for client centered practice, in the form of customizing interventions and equipment their clients need. As part of this course, participants will engage in the experience of completing a design project that can be used to increase participation and engagement in occupation for a client of their choosing.

Notes

AOTA: American Occupational Therapy Association – Approved Provider - Credit Statement

VCU Health Continuing Education is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. PD activity approval ID# 10898. This distance learning-independent activity is offered at 0.65 CEUs, intermediate, OT service delivery, foundational knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

Included in your registration confirmation email, you will receive a URL/Link in order to access the course in the Canvas Learning Management System. Follow the link and then choose "Enroll." If you have previously enrolled in a VCU College of Health Professions CE course, choose "Sign in to Enroll." If this is your first course, use a personal (non-VCU) email to set up your account in Canvas in order to access the fully online coursework. If you have any questions, please reach out to otdesign@vcu.edu for assistance.

All materials are accessible on Canvas. Participants are expected to engage with all course materials and complete assessments in the modules..

Registration Deadline: Registrations are accepted on a continuous basis.

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Cancellation/Refund Policy: You may cancel your registration within seven days of registering for this course, and receive a full refund minus a $10 credit card processing fee. You must not have accessed or started the course in order to receive a refund. Cancellations must be received via email at ocpe@vcu.edu
In the unlikely event that this program is canceled or postponed due to insufficient enrollments or unforeseen circumstances, the university will fully refund registration fees, but cannot be held responsible for any other expenses, including change or cancellation charges to include but not limited to airlines, hotels, travel agencies, or other organizations.
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Participants are subject to all university policies applicable to students, unless a specific university or VCU Continuing and Professional Education policy explicitly states otherwise. University policies governing students are available at https://vcu.public.doctract.com including:
Student Code of Conduct
Honor System and Standards of Academic Conduct
Preventing and Responding to Discrimination
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For Academic Accommodations, please visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/courses/policies.html#accommodations

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