School Of Science And HealthOccupation and AgeingWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 400176.3
Discipline: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Prerequisite
400912 Occupational Therapy Process
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in courses 4663 Bachelor of Health Science/Masters of Occupational Therapy and 4664 Master of Occupational Therapy or 4711 Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or 4712 Bachelor of Occupational Therapy.
About this Unit
The process of ageing will be examined critically using the biopsychosocial model. Students will use research evidence to prepare occupational therapy intervention for older people and their families that promotes quality of life and maximum social participation. Students will reflect on their own attitudes towards ageing and how social stereotypes of older people must be challenged to promote a positive view of this stage of life.
Special Requirements - Legislative Pre-requisites
Prior to enrolling in this unit students must have: 1) submitted a Criminal Record Check form prior to 1 June 2010 or a Student Undertaking Form after 1 June 2010 and have applied for a National Police Certificate 2) submitted a Prohibited Employment Declaration prior to 1 June 2010 or a Working with Children Check Student Declaration after 1 June 2010 3) possess a current WorkCover Authority approved First Aid Certificate.