Course program
Elective educational activities include a series of seminars and lectures on various topics of interest to occupational therapy. Each student must complete 6 CFU credits (equal to 60 hours) chosen from different options. Below are some examples that may vary each year:
Therapeutic approaches for mental disorders.
Advanced Assessment Techniques
Standardized assessment tools.
Functional and environmental context assessment.
Rehabilitation in the School Setting
Occupational therapy interventions in schools.
Strategies for the school inclusion of children with disabilities.
Assistive Technologies and Environmental Adaptations
Use of assistive technologies to improve autonomy.
Design and implementation of environmental adaptations.
Occupational Therapy and Chronic Pain
Management of chronic pain through occupational interventions.
Coping techniques and adaptation strategies.
Occupational Therapy and Psychological Well-being
Interventions to promote mental well-being.
Mindfulness techniques and stress management.
Sports Rehabilitation
Occupational therapy interventions for athletes.
Sports injury prevention and rehabilitation techniques.
Prerequisites
No specific prerequisites required. Students can choose topics based on their interests and study path.
Books
Each module will offer a selection of specific texts provided by the lecturers during the course.
Frequency
The Course is structured in 60 hours of lectures, divided into lessons of 2, 4 or 5 hours according to the academic calendar.
Lesson mode
The Course is structured in 60 hours of lectures, divided into lessons of 2, 4 or 5 hours according to the academic calendar.
Seminars and Lectures: Lectures and seminars conducted by field experts.
Group Discussions: Discussion sessions and in-depth analysis of case studies and recent research.
Practical Activities: Practical exercises and thematic workshops.
Individual Projects: Completion of individual projects on specific topics chosen by the student.