OCC1021 · Monash University
Psychology for occupational therapy
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 1
- Workload
- —
- Faculty
- Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
What it covers
In this unit, you will learn about psychological theory relevant to the practice of occupational therapy, such as sensation and perception, cognition, emotion, personality, mental disorders, and social psychology. You will explore the application of these theories to occupational therapy practice through real world case studies. In this application, you will learn and apply strategies for effective teamwork, learning, and the communication of theories in different formats.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Group case study (1,500 words + 10 min presentation) | Project | 30% |
| Class tests x 3 (45 minutes per test) | Examination | 45% |
| Summary (1,250 words) | Artefact | 25% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Peninsula | On-campus |