OTA - Occupational Therapy Assistant (AAS)

Computer Skills and Access

Occupational Therapy Assistant students are required to demonstrate a variety of computer skills throughout the program, including during Fieldwork experiences. All students must be able to access the Parker University online teaching platform, Blackboard, for instruction and dissemination of information. Some Occupational therapy Assistant courses may operate with part of the content to be completed online and the remainder of the content delivered in the on-ground setting. Students are assigned a Parker University email address upon admission to the university. 

The technology related competencies required include: 

• Ability to perform basic operations of the computer, installation of security/virus protection  

• Use of a variety of software applications such as Word and Power Point  

• Must have the ability to connect, access, and browse the internet using a high-speed connection  

• Usage of on-line communication tools including e-mail and interactive virtual platforms  

Admission Requirements

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program considers for admission those applicants who demonstrate exceptional academic and professional potential essential for successful completion of the program. Completion of General Education courses does not guarantee admittance, the OTA program Admissions Committee reviews all completed application packets. Admission into this program is competitive, therefore all requirements must be met. Interested individuals are advised to complete their application as early as possible to ensure timely consideration. In addition to the university undergraduate admission requirements, all applicants to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program must complete the following major application process: 

Step 1 - Enroll in Parker University’s Health and Science Associate of Science Degree program and begin taking relevant Occupational Therapy Assistant prerequisites. Admission to Parker University does not guarantee admission to a Health Sciences program. 

• The OTA program considers applicants on a first-come, first-served basis based on their eligibility and completion of admission requirements until program slots are full. Please note that students completing prerequisite course work at Parker University and meeting all admission requirements may receive first consideration for acceptance into the OTA program. 

• At the time of submission of the application for the OTA program prospective students must have completed all 24 of the required prerequisite credit hours (General Education  courses and prerequisite coursework) with a grade of “C” or better and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale). Any exceptions to this requirement are based on available space and require approval from the OTA Program Director and the Dean of the College of Health Sciences.  

• Prerequisite Anatomy & Physiology courses must have been taken within 5 years prior to admission. Proof of recent significant experience in the applications of these sciences may be considered in waiving this 5-year requirement provided the original prerequisites were completed. 

• Any student who has completed a healthcare degree (ex: RT, RN, LPN/LVN, PA, DC, MD) which requires licensure must submit proof of good standing. 

• Applicants must provide proof of high school graduation or GED or an official transcript of   undergraduate level study. 

Please note: Students who do not meet the coursework will not be allowed to progress to the major OTA curriculum. Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all required prerequisite courses. If a student earns a grade of a “D” or “F”, they must repeat the prerequisite course to be eligible for admission into the professional sequence of the OTA program. If the student wishes to repeat a course to continue their program of study, they will be required to go through the readmission process. 

Step 2 - Submit proof of all immunization requirements before applying for OTA program admission. A completed immunization form is due at the time of application to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program. Students enrolling in the OTA program must have completed the immunization series. Students without proof of completed immunizations will not be allowed to continue into the program. No exceptions. 

• Completed Hepatitis B Series - The Texas Department of State Health Services requires that all students enrolled in health profession programs that are exposed to blood and body fluid must have completed the Hepatitis B series prior to direct patient care. The Hepatitis B series includes three injections. The Hepatitis B is a 3-stage series that will take at least 6 months to administer. Students must have completed a minimum of 2/3 of the Hepatitis B series prior to application to the program.  

• Meningitis (MV) - Texas Legislature approved Senate Bill 62 requiring all entering University students, under the age of 22, to submit evidence of being immunized against meningococcal meningitis. 

• Mumps, Measles, Rubella (MMR)  

• Varicella  

• Tetanus and Diphtheria 

• Tuberculosis test, within the last 12 months - (If the TB test comes back positive, then results from a current annual chest x-ray will need to be provided.)  

• Influenza/Seasonal Flu immunization (required annually, during flu season, Sept‐March or April) 

Information on vaccination requirements and exemptions can be located on the Registrar’s webpage of the Parker University website.  Please note: Clinical Fieldwork sites have the right to refuse students who have asked for exemptions from immunizations for personal or religious reasons. These cases will be handled individually. 

Step 3 - Submit Volunteer/Work experience form before applying for OTA program admission. Applicants must complete a minimum of 40 hours of observation/volunteer/work experience within an Occupational Therapy practice setting to be considered for admission to the OTA program and submit a completed Parker University Volunteer/Work Experience Form with application. 

• The observation/volunteer experience must be completed within one year (12 months) of the date in which the application is submitted.  

• This experience must be documented on the Parker University Volunteer/Work Experience Form and completed by a licensed OTR or COTA. 

Please Note: It is the applicant’s responsibility to arrange this experience. Students who do not meet the volunteer requirements will not be allowed to progress to the major OTA curriculum. 

Step 4 - Complete and submit the online OTA program Application. Read and sign all program acknowledgment and disclosure forms found on Parker.edu.  

The Occupational Therapy Assistant program currently accepts applications and will schedule interviews all year round. The OTA online application and all required documentation must be submitted before or by the Final Application due date for the desired semester start.  

• Applications for the May start will be accepted up to six weeks before the start or March 15th 

• Applications for the September start will be accepted up to six weeks before the start or July 15th 

Each applicant will receive notification of acceptance or non-acceptance within one month of the application submission and interview. If an application for a desired cohort or semester start is received after the final application due date or the desired cohort is full, then the application will be considered for the following cohort or semester start. Incomplete applications, and/or requirements will NOT be accepted. 

All students applying for admission into the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program (Professional Phase) must complete and meet all the program admission requirements. 

Acceptance - Selected applicants will be invited (by phone or e-mail) for a professional panel interview. An interview does not guarantee admission into the program. After the completion of panel interviews with selected applicants, the OTA Admissions Committee will make their final selections. Notifications will be sent out via mail and email to all students regarding acceptance and non-acceptance into the OTA program, approximately one month before the start of the following semester or cohort. Please note acceptance into the OTA program is conditional pending submission of final grades from remaining prerequisite coursework. Students accepted into the program will receive a Declaration of Intent and welcome letter. Included in the welcome letter are the Parker University and OTA student orientation dates. All selected applicants are required to attend both the Parker University orientation and the OTA student orientation sessions prior to the start of OTA major curriculum.  

Note: Applicants who meet the requirements are selected on a first-come, first-served basis. Up to 20 students will be accepted for each start. Students may not enroll in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Major unless they have been accepted into the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. Application to the program does not constitute admission. 

If accepted into the Occupational Therapy Assistant program the student must submit; proof of health insurance, completion of CPR/BLS certification, a drug screen, and evidence of a Level-3 criminal background check before the start of Clinical Fieldwork. 

Criminal Background Check and Drug Screen

• Students are provided a waiver to sign acknowledging that if they do not pass the criminal background check and drug screen, they may not be able to be placed in a clinical setting. Inability to complete the clinical component of the program will result in the student being dismissed from the OTA program.  

• Criminal background checks are required to ensure patient/client safety and to promote a safe practice environment for all healthcare workers. Prior to fieldwork, students will participate in a national background check. This a requirement of many of our clinical affiliates therefore all student must comply and provided the necessary information. Students cannot participate in fieldwork experiences involving patients/clients without a “clear” criminal history background check. Clinical training sites, in accordance with the regulations of the State of Texas and national accreditation agencies, require employees, students, and volunteers who work with children, the elderly, or the disabled to have a “clear” criminal history background check. Agencies vary as to what the definition of “clear” means. All background checks include verification of all employment history for the last 7 years. Therefore, all employers must be contacted. The information that will be verified are dates of employment, reason for separation and eligibility for reemployment. The facilities may choose to request additional nationwide and international criminal history background checks. The final decision regarding acceptance of a student for fieldwork training based on previous criminal history rests with each facility.  

• Students with felony charges and/or convictions may not be eligible for admission into this Allied Health Program. In addition, past or present legal conviction (felony or misdemeanor) or disciplinary actions may impact a graduate’s ability to be eligible to sit for the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Exam for the Occupational Therapy Assistant and/or your ability to obtain state licensure. A student who does not have a clear criminal history record is required to meet with the OTA Program Director and/or the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator to discuss the implication of the criminal record on his/her completion of all requirements of the curriculum. Counseling may include referral to the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (TBOTE) and the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). For an individual who is considering entering or who has already entered an OTA educational program, it is highly recommended that he or she have their criminal history background reviewed by requesting an Early Determination Review. Please note that there are costs associated with voluntary background reviews. 

For questions regarding eligibility contact NBCOT: (phone) 301-990-7979 (email) professional.conduct@nbcot.org (website) www.nbcot.org. For questions regarding Texas state licensure eligibility please contact ECPTOTE: (phone) 512-305-6900 (e-mail) info@ptot.texas.gov (website) http://www.ptot.texas.gov/page/home. 

Proof of Health Insurance and Completion of CPR/BLS Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider Certification is required for all OTA students prior to participating in the fieldwork experiences and must not expire while attending the OTA program. If the BLS for Healthcare Provider Card expires the student will not be allowed to participate in the required fieldwork experiences and maybe dismissed from the program, it is vital that the BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification stay current. 

Unaccepted students - If a student is declined admission into the desired OTA cohort the student can reapply for the following cohort. Applications should be updated to include any additional coursework and/or accomplishments that the candidate feels will contribute to academic and clinical success. 

Transfer students/Transfer of Credit  - In addition to the Parker University Transfer Credit Policy, prospective students who wish to transfer into the OTA program must have completed all the required prerequisite or approved equivalent coursework, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) and meet the 40 hours of volunteer/work experience prior to progression into the major phase of the OTA program. The volunteer experience must be completed within one year (12 months) of the date in which the application is submitted. 

Technical standards 

All students are required to meet and maintain the OTA program’s established technical standards. Students must demonstrate to the ability to deliver Occupational Therapy services in a safe and effective manner under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist/Occupational Therapy Assistant. All students must meet the academic and technical standards/essential functions for admission or participation in the OTA program with or without reasonable accommodations. 

Occupational Therapy Assistant students must exhibit good physical health and endurance. Due to the nature of the coursework and clinical content, sufficient physical strength is required for lifting, pulling, bending, squatting, moving patients/clients, and handling therapy equipment in a clinical setting. Ability to stand or sit for up to eight hours per day and lift 50 pounds is necessary. Additional requirements include but are not limited to; clinical reasoning and judgment, problem solving, effective communication, visual observation, organization, and information literacy (See Technical standards disclosure for complete list). Persons with disabilities are eligible for admission, as long as, they can carry out classroom, laboratory and clinical assignments, client intake, assessment and techniques, or the equivalent; pass written, oral and practical examinations and meet all of the requirements of the school. It is the student’s responsibility to disclose any limitations that might interfere with their meeting these standards. 

Accommodations 

Parker University will make reasonable accommodations for disabilities. Applicants and students are welcome to discuss any disabilities that they believe will hinder their completion of the curriculum. In order to access disability services or accommodations, students must initiate a request for service with the Office of Student Services and complete the eligibility determination process. The Office of Student Services can provide more information regarding accommodations that Parker University might be able to provide. 

Additional Expenses 

In addition to tuition and textbooks, school supplies and fees, OTA students should expect to have the following expenses, available for purchase in the Parker University bookstore (Prices subject to change): 

Please note: Additional costs for Texas state licensure, $38.25- background check fee. There is a $55 cost for an optional temporary license. These costs are NOT included in the Certification and Licensure fees. The above listed cost for licensure is for the state of Texas only. Costs may vary from state to state, any additional costs for licensure outside of the state of Texas is not included in the above listed cost. 

Clinical Fieldwork 

The below items are required for the completion of Clinical Fieldwork experiences and are not included in tuition and fees. Students must provide proof of the below prior to attending clinical fieldwork experiences:

• Mandatory Health Insurance

• Physical examination by a physician including immunizations and laboratory tests ensuring that the student is in good physical/mental health to participate Clinical Fieldwork experiences.

• CPR/BLS certification (class offered at Parker University or show proof of completion)

Please note: Costs to attend clinical experiences including meals, travel, parking, lab coats, scrubs, closed toe rubber sole shoes or tennis shoes, room and board (if necessary), and any other costs incurred with clinical education courses are not included in tuition and fees.

Program Orientation  

Students enrolled in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program are required to attend orientation for introduction to program policies and procedures, prior to the start of OTA professional phase. During orientation students will receive the OTA Program Student Handbook. 

Academic Advisement 

Students in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program will be assigned an academic advisor and participate in advisement with OTA faculty at least three times during the major portion of their curriculum. 

Standards of Appearance 

Proper professional dress and appearance are required. The OTA program has a firm dress code guideline for all students in clinical settings (this includes fieldtrips and observation visits, Level I and Level II fieldwork, and presentations at clinical settings). All attire must be well maintained and clean at all times. General appearance encompassing conventional hairstyle and color and conservative use of jewelry, make-up and accessories must meet professional standards required in clinical practice.  

When off campus students should wear appropriate khaki type pants or colored slacks (ONLY) with a Royal blue polo shirt with the Parker University logo and the university issued name tag. For the safety of the student and patients/clients closed-toed, low-heeled, rubber soled shoes with hose or socks should be worn. Long hair should be tied back, and students should avoid wearing excessive jewelry or dangling pieces that can get pulled or tangled when interacting with patients/clients.  

Hair should also be within the range of naturally occurring hair colors. All visible tattoos must be covered, and any visible piercings removed. Students should avoid the use of fragrances as patients/clients may have a chemical sensitivity to scents. Please note: During Level 2 Clinical Fieldwork placements students are to follow the established dress code for their assigned placements. 

The table below lists what attire is acceptable and unacceptable when participating in fieldwork or community events for the OTA Program. These are based on standards of the majority of the facilities and community partners. Please adhere to this dress code unless otherwise specified by a Clinical Instructor or facility. 

 Attendance Policy- including Didactic and Clinical Attendance 

A professional education at Parker University requires a full-time commitment by the student. The OTA courses are demanding, and academic standards are high. Students must expect to spend a significant part of each day in and out of class to successfully complete the program. Full realization of the learning process is reliant upon the fact that students are expected to attend and be attentive and participatory in all lecture and laboratory classes.  

Attendance is mandatory in all scheduled classes and laboratory sessions. OTA students are required to attend 100% of the sessions for each class. Students must attend classes on a regular basis to attain the skill, training and expertise they will need to become successful Occupational Therapy Assistants. The Occupational Therapy Assistant program considers classroom/lab attendance as a component of demonstrating professional behaviors and is reflected in the attendance grade. Failure of the student to attend classes and/or laboratory sessions could result in poor academic performance by the student, possible grade reduction, or the student receiving a failing grade in the class. If a student falls below the cumulative 90% attendance mark, they may receive an “F” for the course. The student is responsible for obtaining and learning subject materials presented during an absence.  

Absence from any examination/test (lecture or lab) must be accompanied by a written excuse documenting the extenuating circumstance which prevented the student from sitting for the examination. If the excuse is considered valid by the course instructor (based on University policy), then arrangements to sit for the exam must be made with the course instructor within 24 hours. In an emergency which causes a student to be absent, it is the student's responsibility to make arrangements with the instructor to complete missed work. Faculty members may establish more rigorous attendance standards for their individual courses. The program confirms that emergency circumstances (i.e., funeral, deaths, and serious illnesses of immediate family) can occur; such events will be taken under advisement by the Program Director. However, students must provide the Program Director/faculty member with appropriate documentation within 48 hours supporting their reason for being absent. In the case of repetitive or excessive absences, students may be referred to administration for more severe action, which may result in dismissal from the program.  

Excused absences are defined as: (with official documentation; doctors notes, police report, summons etc.)  

• Illness and family emergencies  

• Bereavement leave (Parker guidelines) 

• Inclement weather (School closing by university administration) 

• Civic or military duty 

• Mandatory religious observations 

• Other situations deemed acceptable by the OTA Program Director  

Unexcused absence:  

• Vacation 

• Personal appointments and outside work scheduling 

• Failure to contact the instructor and/or Program Director 

• Any other reason than those listed above  

All unexcused absences will result in losing one point toward the attendance grade for each class missed. The total number of points available will equal the number of total scheduled class days (including labs). For example, if a class has a total of 12 scheduled classes (including labs) and the student is absent twice, then the student will get 10/12 points or 83% for their attendance grade. Attendance will count for 5% of the overall grade for each course. 

Tardiness 

Tardiness is disruptive to classroom instruction. Each student should make every attempt to get to class on time. A student will be considered late or tardy if they arrive after the beginning of the scheduled class time. This includes returning late from lunch and/or scheduled breaks. Each student will be allowed ONE tardy without it resulting in a loss of attendance points. Any subsequent tardiness beyond the initial tardy, WILL result in one attendance point lost for each occurrence of tardiness. It is required that students notify (email and/or call) their instructor ahead of time if they will be arriving late for class and/or lab. 

Clinical Fieldwork experience- Attendance 

The dates for fieldwork are designed to meet the minimum hours required by accreditation standards. Students are expected to be there every day except when ill or needed for an emergency in the immediate family. All other absences are to be made up.  

If more than two days are required for personal illness or immediate family emergency, a conference is required between the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and the fieldwork supervisor to determine how the time will be made up; opportunities and scheduling for lost days is at the facility’s discretion and is not automatic. The facility is not obligated to let a student finish fieldwork if it extends beyond the scheduled time period. 

Note: Up to two days can be taken for illness or family emergency only. Students are NOT entitled to two days off during fieldwork. Notification should be given to a supervisor in advance if students have a valid reason to be absent from the location. Students should be prepared to relay information about their assigned caseload, including their suggestions for treatment of patients. Under no circumstances should the student ever be absent without notifying a supervisor.  

Holiday Time off 

Students follow the schedule set by their facility and/or immediate supervisor. This may include time off for holidays such as Labor Day, Columbus Day, or Thanksgiving. If the student is performing and progressing as expected, the fieldwork educator has discretion as to whether these days need to be made up. However, if more than 2 total days off are received for holidays, the student is expected to make up the time at a schedule specified by the site. If the make-up days extend beyond the established end date of the fieldwork placement, the AFWC must be notified. 

Grading Policy  

The Occupational Therapy Assistant Program has set a program and course grading policy that will measure the students’ knowledge and skill outcomes as outlined for that major course. The percentage of the course examinations, quizzes, homework, lab exercises, attendance, and etc. that apply toward the course final grade is determined by the program and faculty for each course and are reflected in the course syllabus. These areas and percentages can change as deemed necessary by the program and faculty to improve the course(s) for the student.  

Clinical Fieldwork experience grades are factored into the student’s cumulative GPA. Students must submit required clinical paperwork, associated assignments as outlined for each clinical fieldwork experience. Failure to meet course requirement deadlines will impact the student’s final grade and may result in a failing grade for the course. Students are provided with a schedule of clinical events and due dates prior to the start of each clinical fieldwork experience. Student clinical performance will be evaluated by the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and the Clinical Instructor. The Clinical Instructor will complete, The American Occupational Therapy Association INC. (AOTA) Fieldwork Performance Evaluation Form (FWPE) to assess the students’ entry-level OTA competency.  

Student Failure 

Students in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program are held to the standards of the university’s Satisfactory Academic Progress policy. Each OTA student class advances through the program as a cohort. Progression of students is based on the successful completion of all courses with a grade of “C” (70%) or better and demonstration of proficiency in identified performance competencies. The major curriculum is designed in a developmental and sequential manner. Each program course is a prerequisite for the subsequent course offered; therefore, successful completion of each course is a requirement for progression throughout the program. Successful completion of each course is defined as obtainment of a minimum grade of “C” (70%) or better. If a student earns less than a “C” (70%) therefore failed a course, they will not be allowed to progress to the next course as a result and the student will be immediately dismissed from the program.  

After being dismissed from the OTA program, the student will have an opportunity to apply for reentry into the program. The student must wait until the failed course re-sequences or for the next scheduled offering. The student may apply for readmission for the next cohort following dismissal. Readmission is contingent upon not exceeding the program’s maximum capacity. If the cohort following dismissal is full, then the student must re-apply for the next cohort. The student is allowed to repeat a professional course one time only.  

If a student does not meet Satisfactory Academic Progress at any time after being reinstated, that student will be immediately dismissed from the OTA program and will not have the opportunity to re-enter.  

Due to the evolving nature of the Occupational Therapy field, the OTA curriculum is frequently reviewed and revised as needed. Students who withdraw or are dismissed from a class due to academic failure and return to complete the program with another class, are required to test their didactic and/or laboratory skills, demonstrating comprehension of subject contents from the semester of dismissal. The student must pass with a 78% or better to re-enter. Additionally, students are required to meet the graduation requirements of the class to which they return. 

Failure of Level II Fieldwork Experience 

Failure occurs when a student receives a score of < 91 points on the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Fieldwork Performance Evaluation (FWPE) for the OTA student or the fieldwork experience may be terminated due to inadequate performance, safety issues, unethical or significant unprofessional behavior. The Occupational Therapy Assistant Program permits one opportunity to repeat and successfully complete a Level II Fieldwork that has been failed. Fieldwork must be completed within 12 months of the completion of didactic coursework. Failure of a second Level II Fieldwork will result in immediate dismissal from the program and the student will NOT have the opportunity to re-enter the OTA program. 

Remediation 

The OTA program takes an active role in student success with the OTA faculty monitoring student performance in both face to face and distance learning courses. Course Instructors monitor student performance on every assignment and learning activity. Students experiencing academic difficulty in a course should make an appointment to meet with the course instructor to discuss the reasons for this and to make plans to address the difficulty. Students may find it useful to meet with their advisor to discuss the difficulty and possible courses of action.  

A student receiving consecutive grades of “C”/70% or below on a test(s) or overall underperformance in a course, at the request of the course instructor may be required to meet with their academic advisor to discuss reasons for poor performance and if necessary, develop a plan to improve performance. When meeting with students the Course Instructors and Academic Advisors are responsible for completing an Advisement/Remediation worksheet/form for each student advised. The worksheet/form is designed to help students to identify factors that are contributing to a lack of academic success and develop an achievable and workable plan for returning to and maintaining good academic standing. The student is responsible for following through with all established plans. The Academic Advisors will follow up with the student regarding the outcome of the plan. 

Professional Major Course Repeat Policy 

If a student fails or receives a “C” in a professional major course, the student can choose to repeat the course with permission of the program director, provided the program does not exceed maximum class capacity.  

• If a student needs to repeat a professional major course the student will have to wait until the course re-sequences. Courses are only offered in their normal sequence. If a class is full, a student may have to wait an additional time period to re-enter the program. 

• Depending on the length of time a student is out of the program it may be deemed by the Program Director and the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator (AFWC) that the student has lost knowledge and skills due to the time out of the program. To ensure student success a recommendation may be made that the student be required to audit previous course(s) to ensure that the level of knowledge and skill is in-line with other students in the same class expected for the returning student. Additionally, students are required to meet the graduation requirements of the class to which they return. 

• Due to the evolving nature of the Occupational Therapy field, the OTA curriculum is frequently reviewed and revised as needed. Students who withdraw or are dismissed from a class due to academic failure and return to complete the program with another class, are required to test their didactic and/or laboratory skills, demonstrating comprehension of subject contents from the semester of dismissal. The student must pass with a 78% or better to re-enter. 

• A student can only repeat a major course once. If the student fails a course a second time, the student will be dismissed from the program. 

• If a student has been out of the program for one year or more, the student must re-start the Occupational Therapy Assistant program from the beginning of the professional courses; contingent upon not exceeding maximum class capacity.  

Please note repeating a course may not be covered by Financial Aid. See Financial Aid department for specifics. 

Assessment Methods 

The objectives for each course in the OTA curriculum reflect the 2018 OTA content standards required by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). The program assesses each student’s knowledge and skill in the areas below through specific content standards in each category: 

• Foundational Content  

• Basic Tenets of Occupational Therapy  

• Occupational Therapy Theoretical Perspectives  

• Screening and Evaluation  

• Intervention and Implementation  

• Context of Service Delivery  

• Assistance with the Management of Occupational Therapy Services  

• Scholarship  

• Professional ethics, values, and responsibilities  

Assessment measures for each content standard are described within each course syllabus and include assignments, demonstrations, projects and presentations, objective and/or essay exams, and laboratory exams, and are chosen based upon course material. Students are assessed on these content standards in both the academic and fieldwork settings (Level I Fieldwork A, B, C and Level II A and B Fieldwork).