Placement Aims

30 on-site hours and 5 study hours per week for 8 weeks (280 hours).

This course enables learners to demonstrate competence through consistent application of occupational therapy skills and knowledge, within the practice setting, sustaining professional behaviours and attitudes at a consistent level.

At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Critique the role of the occupational therapist and occupational therapy using evidence informed practice within the local context.
2. Practice occupational therapy at a consistent level* across identified areas of competence within the placement(s) setting. 

*Consistent level is the level expected within the New Zealand Fieldwork Assessment.

Key Information

• Allocation notification to supervisors: 04 June
• Pre-placement podcast link
• Start Date: Monday 07 July
• Midway assessment: Week beginning 28 July
• Final assessment: By Friday 29 August
• Email completed assessment to Otfieldwork@op.ac.nz by 03 September

 Important Documents

• Assessment Guide
• Assessment Form
• Fieldwork Manual