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SOTA. Co-requisites: BOTA 1112. BOTA 1114. The course includes the following number of contact
hours: Theory - 45 contact hours.

BOTA 1112
Level I Fieldwork I 2 Credit Hours
Supervised clinical experience in which student engages in observation, communication and professional
behavior skills in various settings including medical, rehabilitation and community models. Prerequisite:
Admission to BHCLR-SOTA. BOTA 1113. BOTA 1114. Co-requires: BOTA 1113 and BOTA 1114.
The course includes the following number of contact hours: Theory – 10; and Clinical Laboratory-80; for
a total of 90 contact hours.

BOTA 1224
Fundamentals of OTA II 4 Credit Hours
The theories, models of practice, and frames of reference that underlie occupational therapy practice are
examined. The role of the occupational therapy assistant in the assessment and evaluation process is
explored and practical application of data gathering, screening and evaluation are provided. Selected
evaluation and assessment procedures are learned. Activity analysis and documentation skills are further
developed. The dynamics of occupation and purposeful activity are explored. Class experiences include
but are not limited to lecture, group activities, lab practicum and clinical experiences. Prerequisite: Grade
of “C” or higher in all previous BOTA courses. Co-requisites: BOTA 1212, BOTA 1233, BOTA 1213,
BOTA 1312. The course includes the following number of contact hours: Theory – 45; and Skills
Laboratory-30; for a total of 75 contact hours.

BOTA 1212
Functional Anatomy 2 Credit Hours
An introduction to the human body basic function is provided. Content presented focuses on: central and
peripheral nervous systems; musculoskeletal system; the neurological system; and understanding human
movement. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher in all previous BOTA courses. Co-requisites: BOTA
1224, BOTA 1233, BOTA 1213, BOTA 1312. The course includes the following number of contact
hours: Theory – 15; and Skills Laboratory – 30; for a total of 45 contact hours.

BOTA 1233
Disease Processes for OTA 3 Credit Hours
An introduction to the study of the nature and cause of selected diseases is provided. Changes in body
structure, function, and the resulting conditions are examined. Occupational therapy interventions are
emphasized. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher in all previous BOTA courses. Co-requisites: BOTA
1212, BOTA 1224, BOTA 1213, BOTA 1312. The course includes the following number of contact
hours: Theory - 45 contact hours.

BOTA 1213
Human Development 3 Credit Hours
A comprehensive view of human life from conception to death is examined. Emphasis is placed on the
unique characteristics of each phase of life and the implications for occupational therapy during each
phase. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher in all previous BOTA courses. Co-requisites: BOTA 1212,
BOTA 1224, BOTA 1233, BOTA 1312. The course includes the following number of contact hours:
Theory - 45 contact hours.

BOTA 1312
Level I Fieldwork II 2 Credit Hours
Supervised clinical experience in which student engages in observation, communication, professional
behavior, activity analysis and beginning clinical reasoning and therapeutic intervention skills in various

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