Course Description
This course provides an overview of the administration and organization of occupational therapy services within the changing health environment, with a focus on ethics, client-centered program development, quality assurance, program evaluation, marketing, outcome measures and the impact of these issues on the assessment and intervention process. Health care reform, third party reimbursement and funding of alternative approaches are discussed relative to person/social responsibility. The need for accountability and efficacy is addressed relative to professional education, professional growth, and service delivery. Offered Spring semester only.
Units
2
