Occupational therapy

• Geriatric Field Assessment of functional abilities in the elderly. Planning and implementing therapeutic interventions. Managing comorbidities and frailties. • Community Field Assessment of community needs. Development of community intervention programs. Empowerment techniques and health promotion. • Assistive Devices and Environmental Adaptations Identification and assessment of assistive devices. Environmental adaptations to enhance autonomy. Training in the use of assistive devices.

• Basic knowledge in occupational therapy, physiology, and anatomy. • Completion of first-year theoretical courses.

"Occupational Therapy with Aging Adults" by Karen Barney and Margaret Perkinson. "Community Practice in Occupational Therapy: A Guide to Serving the Community" by Susan K. Meyers.

Mandatory attendance

Evaluation of: internship hours report from the internship tutors written reports during internship presentation of a clinical case oral discussion of the clinical case

"Occupational Therapy with Aging Adults" by Karen Barney and Margaret Perkinson. "Community Practice in Occupational Therapy: A Guide to Serving the Community" by Susan K. Meyers.

Practical Clinical Experience: 400 hours of internship in geriatric and community settings. Clinical Supervision: Continuous support and feedback from expert tutors. Review Meetings: Discussion of clinical cases with tutors and peers.