Information for Fieldwork 4 (Year 3)

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