Occupational Therapy
ACADEMIC TITLE: BSC IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
DURATION OF STUDIES: 4 YEARS / 8 SEMESTERS
ECTS CREDITS: 240
OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY PROGRAM
The main goal of the study program is acquiring general and specific knowledge in the field of occupational therapy and skills necessary for practice, as well as developing professional approach to work while respecting the highest ethical standards. The study program also provides the acquisition of adequate competencies necessary for continuing education at a higher education level – master studies.
OUTCOME OF THE STUDY PROGRAM
Contemporary approach to occupational therapy is based on creating new environments and enhancing the existing ones in which people with different abilities may live with dignity. Present-day conceptions of occupational therapy shift the focus from reducing disability to prevention of disability and providing opportunities for extensive participation. Namely, if at any time in someone’s life (at birth or later), a disease, injury or disability occurs and prevents a person from functioning effectively and independently in one or more occupational areas, occupational therapy provides intervention that helps restoring functions, maintaining the level of functioning, and / or prevents the expected deficits. The occupational therapists help their clients participate more effectively and independently in daily activities, thus increasing the quality of their life.
ACADEMIC TITLE: MSC IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
DURATION OF STUDIES: 1 YEAR / 2 SEMESTERS
ECTS CREDITS: 60
OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY PROGRAM
The main goal of the study program is broadening general and specific knowledge in the field of occupational therapy and skills necessary for practice, as well as developing professional approach to work while respecting the highest ethical standards. The study program also provides the acquisition of adequate competencies necessary for scientific research and continuation of professional education.
.OUTCOME OF THE STUDY PROGRAM
The outcome of the study program is independent planning and research in the field of occupational therapy, as well as the application of results to the improvement of practice; critical review and assessment of contemporary approaches in occupational therapy; integration of knowledge from different disciplines important for occupational therapy and the application of skills; development of capabilities for planning and evaluation of work programs in occupational therapy.
MA in occupational therapy is trained for independent realization of activities in educational and social protection institutions, health care systems, working organizations, prisons, NGOs and private practice.
