Master of Occupational Therapy
Master of Occupational Therapy
This graduate entry master course offers you a fast-track option to becoming an occupational therapist. In this course you will develop knowledge of four broad areas: Medical, psychiatric, orthopaedic and neurological conditions that affect the health and wellbeing of individuals. The theory and practice of occupational therapy including the study…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This graduate entry master course offers you a fast-track option to becoming an occupational therapist.
In this course you will develop knowledge of four broad areas:
Medical, psychiatric, orthopaedic and neurological conditions that affect the health and wellbeing of individuals.
The theory and practice of occupational therapy including the study of occupation and analysis of the physical, psychological and social requirements of a variety of skills and activities.
Human development covering normal growth and development within the life cycle along with problems such as learning disabilities and the effects of ageing.
Occupational health and management, including prevention, education and rehabilitation programs for a variety of workplaces.
Professional recognition
Graduates using the title of registered health practitioner or the title of occupational therapist must be registered with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (the National Board). Registration for practice enables graduates, once registered, to practise occupational therapy in all Australian states and territories. Graduates can also choose to be a member of the Australian Association of Occupational Therapists and/or Occupational Therapy Australia (WA). The course is recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. Graduates may also apply for registration in most countries although some countries may require sitting a licensing examination.
What you’ll learn
Apply occupational therapy knowledge, principles and practice to achieve client-centred and evidence-based outcomes
Create effective occupational therapy solutions through critical analysis, reflective practice and professional reasoning
Critically appraise information and apply it to contemporary occupational therapy
Communicate effectively and appropriately to ensure active client participation, relevant documentation and reporting, and responsible sharing of professional information
Evaluate and apply appropriate technologies to contemporary occupational therapy practice
Develop and apply life-long learning skills to achieve professional competency
Inform occupational therapy standards and practices through integration of local and global perspectives
Practice occupational therapy in a culturally appropriate and respectful manner incorporating perspectives of multiple stakeholders
Work in a professional and collaborative manner to meet ethical and legal responsibilities.
REQUIREMENTS
A bachelor degree or equivalent, preferably in a health-related discipline with at least a credit (65%) average.
Evidence of studies in the human biosciences (e.g. human biology) and psychology or behavioural science is required.
Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): Grade C; and Pearson Test of English Academic: 65. IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System): Writing, Speaking, Reading, and Listening: 7.0; overall band score: 7.0; TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): 79 Overall; Reading 13 Listening 13 Speaking 18 Writing 21.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Curtin University is Western Australia’s largest and most culturally diverse university with Australia’s third largest international student population. Around 60,000 students from more than 130 countries study a Curtin degree, at locations including Perth, Margaret River, Kalgoorlie, Sydney, Malaysia and Singapore. Our cultural diversity adds a rich and valuable dimension to the campus atmosphere, preparing all graduates to live and work effectively in an increasingly global environment. We offer a range of industry-aligned undergraduate and postgraduate courses in business, humanities, health, engineering and related sciences. We also have a long-standing focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education and culture, supported by our Centre for Aboriginal Studies.Curtin is widely recognised for its practical research that is focused on solving timely, real-world problems. In recent years our research activity has grown significantly, driving our rapid rise up the international university rankings.As a university that never settles, we will continue to develop existing partnerships and establish new ones in areas relevant to our research and teaching.
