OT 302 - Professional Development

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The purpose of this course is to socialize the beginning OT student into the profession and the Brenau community of learning by introducing her to issues that relate to becoming an OT professional. Students perform self-awareness activities and identify strengths, weaknesses, and relevant goals for professional growth. The development of appropriate oral and written communication is emphasized. Topics included professional communication and presentation, therapeutic communication, the history of the profession, professional associations, foundational AOTA documents, ethics, roles of OT professionals, and scholarly research writing.