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Bachelor
of Health Sciences and Master of Occupational Therapy Practice (replacing Bachelor of Occupational Therapy)
Campus:
Bundoora and Bendigo
Selection:
ENTER 80.80 (Bundoora - for former Bachelor of Occupational Therapy); offered for first time at Bendigo in 2009
Duration:
4 years
Contact:
School
of Occupational Therapy
(03) 9479 5815
ot_general@latrobe.edu.au
www.latrobe.edu.au/occtherapy/
Please view further details for the Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Occupational Therapy Practice through the online University Handbook 2009 for this course.
Introduction
This course provides students with the skills and knowledge to assess and treat people who are limited in their ability to undertake the activities of everyday life. The double degree combines pre-clinical and clinical study, integrating theory and practice. The majority of units undertaken
are core units. In first year, students will undertake an interdisciplinary common year in which students enrol in units with peers across the Faculty of Health Sciences. The focus of this year is on basic human biosciences and factors influencing health and on developing an understanding of the roles of health professionals in the health and welfare sectors.
The second year of study will see students begin to develop occupational therapy skills and further explore the underpinning human biosciences and public health aspects. Studies include the theory of occupational therapy, foundation units related to human development and health sciences, occupational therapy intervention, research and clinical work.
In both third and fourth-years students will study specifically occupational therapy through a curriculum centred on a hybrid model of problem-based learning (PBL). PBL is an instructional strategy in which students learn through contextualised problems and strive to find meaningful solutions to the range of complex human problems manifest in health care settings. During these two years, students will undertake placement in clinical settings.
Students who are offered a place in the Bendigo program will undertake the first, third and fourth years at the Bendigo campus.
Prerequisites
Applicants should ensure they check the 2009 VTAC Guide for all requirements regarding applying.
VCE Units 3 & 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English and
a study score of at least 25 in one of biology, chemistry, a mathematics
(any), physics, or physical education.
Middle Band
Relevant employment or work experience undertaken during and/or subsequent to secondary schooling, and criteria associated with VTAC's Special Entry Access Schemes considered.
Extra Requirements
CY12: Form (some applicants only): Applicants with relevant work experience (eg health professional aide) must submit a VTAC Pi form. These applicants must include details of how their work experience is relevant to Occupational Therapy.
NONY12: Form: Applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Pi form. Applicants must include a statement (in their own words) demonstrating their knowledge of the Occupational therapy profession. Applicants with work experience must include details of how their experience is relevant to Occupational Therapy, and their length of experience. Test (some applicants only): Some applicants must complete the STAT Multiple Choice. It is highly recommended that applicants who have only studied at TAFE complet the STAT Multiple Choice.
Successful applicants must comply with the Clinical and Professional Placements policy (see 2009 VTAC Guide for details) and the Inherent Requirements for the Completion of Entry Level Occupational Therapy COurses at La Trobe university (telephone 03 9479 5733 for a copy of these requirements).
Professional
practice placements
Students commence professional practice placements in 2nd year. Professional
practice placement information can be viewed and downloaded from the Occupational
Therapy web site.
Additional
costs
Approximate costs include a $65 food handling course, $9 name badge, $13.70 police
checks (2008 fee), $33 t-shirt (optional), First Aid Level II course and $250-$470 immunisations.
Note: accommodation costs for clinical placement will vary according to
the venue and not all students will incur the same cost.
Professional
recognition
The La Trobe University Master of Occupational Therapy Practice is recognised
by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists and graduates are normally
eligible for membership of OT AUSTRALIA Australian Association of Occupational
Therapists Inc (AAOT). Graduates may also register to practice overseas
(subject to individual countries’ entry requirements).
Further
information
If you would like to find out more about this course you can contact the
School
of Occupational Therapy. It is strongly recommended that you attend
the course information sessions held on Open
Day.
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