OTA 145 - Assistive Technology for Occupational Therapy Assistants

    Recent Professors
    J. Hansford, K. Kozlik
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    26 students
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisite
    "C" grade or higher in OTA 100, 105, 115, 117
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    The knowledge and application of assistive devices are fundamental in the practice of occupational therapy across diagnostic categories and age groups. This course presents an introduction to a broad range of equipment from "low-technology" to complex "high-technology" devices. Topics include: adaptive equipment for activities of daily living, home modifications, personal mobility, and adapted driving, computer accessibility, and communication aides. The environments in which assistive technologies are used will be explored including home, school, work, play and recreation. The populations with whom assistive technology can be used across the lifespan. (CSU)
    Usually Held
    Tue 11:30am–2:30pm, Tue 9:30am–10:25am