OCCU 583 Cultural and Global Considerations in OT

This course is designed to address the role of culture in health and well-being and to examine the impact of cultural understanding in facilitating therapeutic interventions in OT practice. Students explore their personal cultural identity and learn about other cultural groups through self-assessment and reflection. Face to face and online opportunities are provided for students to communicate and interact with persons from other nationalities and cultures. Students demonstrate an understanding of culturally sensitive practices when relating to diverse individuals. The course also covers the value and contribution of International OT to education, research and practice.