Venues

Langside Campus

Content

Helping people live fulfilling independent lives is the basis of this rewarding course, which is aimed at people with no experience of occupational therapy but who want to progress to degree level or employment in the field.

You’ll develop in-depth knowledge about the various contexts, models and procedures involved in occupational therapy, and its vital role as part of the overall treatment and recovery process in health and social care.

The full time course also includes a placement in children or adult services, helping you develop your practical skills and build your confidence.

Units include: Context and Development of Occupational Therapy; Needs and Rights of Service Users; Policies and Procedures; Philosophy and Theory of Occupational Therapy; Anatomy and Physiology; Psychology; Sociology; Audit and quality assurance; Graded Unit.

Assessment is continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments.

Entry Requirements

2 Highers, preferably including English and a science subject, or Foundation Apprenticeship Social Services and Healthcare plus 1 Higher, preferably English, or relevant NC. Interview.

Due to the high level of demand for this course you should be able to demonstrate experience gained of working with children or adults with a support requirement.

You will require a satisfactory PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check to show that you are suitable for this type of work.

Progression Routes

Relevant HND or Degree.