| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
Background to the program and subject area:
The Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences, established
as part of the College of Rehabilitative Sciences in 2003, is among the first
university departments in Jordan to offer Bachelor degree in hearing and Speech
Sciences and Master’s degree in speech-language therapy. Our department is
among the first on the country level to offer this specialty and our master’s
program is the only graduate program at the country and the regional level. The
program is designed to provide the students with essential academic knowledge,
clinical skills, and reflective practices that enable them compete in the
professions of speech pathology and audiology. Upon leaving the University our
graduates enter the clinical, teaching, and research fields competently.
Vision statements of the program:
Diverse theoretical and clinical opportunities to learn
about different communicative disorders are offered by highly qualified PhD and
master degree holders who are with wide variety of specialization. The hearing
courses and clinics, introduce students to diagnostic and rehabilitative
services to children and adults. The
Speech-Language courses and clinics offer experiences related to speech,
language, voice, and swallowing disorders at all ages.
Mission statements of the program:
The department of Speech and Hearing Sciences seeks to provide
its students with the highest level of education and practicum in the fields of
speech-language pathology and audiology. It targets qualifying students with
adequate professional experiences and skills to provide children and adults,
with wide range of communication disorders, with assessment, diagnosis, and
intervention services among different sites including the university clinic,
schools, centers for children with disabilities, and private clinics.
Program Aims:
The department aims
at:
1. Providing course work and clinical experiences reflecting
pertinent and current content necessary for personal growth and professional
competence in the fields of speech-language pathology and audiology.
2. Developing fundamental understanding of hearing, speech
and language development and disorders across the life span.
3. Emphasizing the role and responsibilities of the
speech-language pathologist and audiologist.
4. Graduating professionals that value and foster
communication and interaction with colleagues for the benefit of optimal
service to clients with communication disorders.
5. Involving students in research activities and encouraging
application of research evidence into everyday clinical practice.
6. Developing professional and educational collaboration
with international institutions through study and research exchange of faculty
and students.
| 10 | 2/26/2020 11:22 AM | Nida Worikat | 01.Program Overview | 01.Program Overview | 12 | | | |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
Program Title: |
Bachelor of Science in Hearing and Speech Sciences |
Program Code: |
1804 |
Level of Study: |
Undergraduate |
Final Qualification: |
Bachelor Degree of Science (BSc.)
|
Faculty: |
School of Rehabilitation Sciences |
Department: |
Hearing and Speech Sciences & Disorders |
Other Department(s) involved in teaching the program: |
Department of Occupational Therapy
Department of Physiotherapy
|
Mode of Attendance) e.g., full time): |
Full time |
Duration of the Program: |
8 academic semesters (4 years) |
Credit hours/ contact hours: |
135 credit hours (2160) |
Language of Instruction: |
English and Arabic |
Entrance Requirements:
|
Students are admitted to the program after they pass the higher secondary exam (Tawjihi) held by the Ministry of Education and according to the grade requirements set by the Higher Education Council/ Unified Acceptance Coordination Unit, and this is in accordance with the Bylaws and Regulations of the University of Jordan in regular and international courses of study |
Program regulations: |
|
No. of approval by the Ministry of Higher Education: |
10/1/5480 |
Date of approval by the Ministry of Higher Education: |
2/6/2003
|
Date of Production: |
2003 |
Date of Revision: |
2012 last modification to the program |
Program Director: |
Yaser S. Natour
|
| 10 | 2/24/2019 4:36 PM | Hayat Hamzeh | 02.Program Details | 02.Program Details | 13 | | | |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
Upon completing the program, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate deep knowledge of the basic human communication processes, as well as the nature of speech, language, and hearing.
2. Identify and apply the basic principles and methods of prevention, assessment and intervention for individuals with communication and hearing disorders.
3. Apply the basic clinical skills in working with individuals with communication and hearing disorders.
4. Fformulate specific and appropriate intervention plans.
5. Conduct appropriate diagnostic monitoring procedures, therapy or other actions safely and skillfully.
6. Write professional reports for patient with communication and hearing disorders.
7. Apply principles of evidence-based practice in the assessment and intervention processes.
8. Identify ongoing effectiveness of planned activity and modify it accordingly.
9. Analyze the criteria of each assessment and intervention approach and accordingly choose the best technique for each individual case.
10. Employ time management skills in dealing with case loads and in delivering intervention for individual cases.
11. Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning, teamwork, scientific research, analysis, interpretation, has the ability to think critically and solve problems, and uses technology to monitor, manage, analyze, and transfer information to generate knowledge and employ it for future uses.
12. Demonstrate the ability to take responsibilities and exercises his/her rights and duties within the value system of society and his public/ her morals.
| 10 | 2/20/2019 10:46 AM | Hayat Hamzeh | 04.Program Intended Learning Outcomes | 04.Program Intended Learning Outcomes | 15 | | | |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
Development of the learning outcomes is promoted through the following teaching and learning methods:
. Direct Instruction through Structured orientation lectures and Skills and procedures demonstrations
. Interactive Instruction Clinical conferences and case presentations and Seminars and discussions
. Experiential Learning Experiential learning in clinical setting, Simulation, and Hands-on learning
. Independent Study through Self-directed literature review and synthesis to address problems in a specific case study and Reflective Journaling
. Blended Learning through Combined face-to-face classroom practices with computer-mediated activities regarding content and delivery of course topics
. Other Instructional methods include electronic learning
. Group work
| 10 | 5/29/2019 10:00 AM | Hayat Hamzeh | 05.Teaching, learning & assessment methods | 05.Teaching, learning & assessment methods | 16 | Teaching and Learning Methods | Teaching and Learning Methods | 1 |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
Opportunities to demonstrate achievement of the learningm outcomes are provided through the following assessment methods:
. Written exams
. Oral exams
. Practical exams
. Reports/case studies and portfolios
. Students evaluation of the courses
. Screening visits
| 10 | 5/29/2019 9:56 AM | Hayat Hamzeh | 05.Teaching, learning & assessment methods | 05.Teaching, learning & assessment methods | 16 | Assessment Methods | Assessment Methods | 2 |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
No. of national accreditation of the program: |
373\16\2011 |
Date of national accreditation of the program: |
24\5\2011 |
Reference points: |
The learning outcomes have been developed to reflect the following points of reference:
The vision and mission of the University of Jordan
Guidelines of the national/ international accreditation committees |
Four prestigious universities have the same programme: |
University of Manchester/ UK
University of Southampton/ UK
McGill University/ Canada
University of Florida/ USA |
Quality Indicators of the Program
International accreditation of the program: |
NONE |
Graduation Rate: |
92.80% |
Freshman Retention Rate: |
94.50% |
Employment Rate: |
79.3% |
Postgraduate Study Rate: |
10.4% |
A-class Students’ Rate: |
5.60% |
International Students’ Rate: |
5% |
Student Satisfaction Rate: |
77.7% |
Alumni Satisfaction Rate: |
57.1% |
Employer Satisfaction Rate: |
87% |
Qs International Ranking of UJ in this Subject: |
No Data Available |
| 10 | 9/1/2019 11:22 AM | Hayat Hamzeh | 06.Quality Assurance of the Program | 06.Quality Assurance of the Program | 17 | | | |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
1. University Requirements:
Course Number |
Course Title |
Contact Hours |
Credit Hours |
Pre-requisite |
Theoretical |
Practical |
0304101 |
General Biology 1 |
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1802131 |
|
2 |
- |
2 |
- |
0501107 |
Physiology 1 |
2 |
- |
2 |
- |
0342103 |
General Physics for Life Sciences |
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
0502107 |
Anatomy of Head, Neck, and Thorax |
2 |
1 |
3 |
- |
1801381 |
|
2 |
- |
2 |
- |
1804340 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1802447 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1801101 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1902103 |
Computer skills for Medical Schools |
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
Specialty courses: ( 81 ) credit hours distributed as follows:
A. Obligatory specialty courses: ( 69 ) credit hours:
Course Number |
Course Title |
Contact Hours |
Credit Hours |
Pre-requisite |
Theoretical |
Practical |
1804100 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804110 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804140 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804141 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804211 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804110 |
1804230 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804100 |
1804231 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804230 |
1804310 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804211 |
1804220 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804141 |
1804321 |
|
2 |
- |
2 |
- |
1804227 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804220 |
1804323 |
|
2 |
- |
2 |
1834320 |
1804331 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804231 |
1804436 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804231 |
1804350 |
|
- |
4 |
1 |
1834320 |
1804351 |
|
- |
4 |
1 |
1804350 |
1804354 |
|
- |
4 |
1 |
1804231 |
1804355 |
|
- |
4 |
1 |
1804354 |
1804309 |
|
2 |
- |
2 |
- |
1804420 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804428 |
|
2 |
- |
2 |
1804100 |
1804452 |
|
- |
4 |
1 |
1804351 |
1804456 |
|
- |
4 |
1 |
1804355 |
1804462 |
|
- |
8 |
2 |
1804452 |
1804463 |
|
- |
8 |
2 |
1804456 |
0805220 |
Introduction to Special Education |
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
0805212 |
Behavior Modification |
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804432 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804331 |
1804433 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804331
Or concurrent |
B. Elective specialty courses: (12 ) credit hours:
Course Number |
Course Title |
Contact Hours |
Credit Hours |
Pre-requisite |
Theoretical |
Practical |
1804357 |
|
3 |
12 |
3 |
Dept. Approval |
1804400 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804401 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804231 |
1804430 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804331 |
1804431 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804434 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804231 |
1804435 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804356 |
|
3 |
12 |
3 |
Dept. Approval |
1804411 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804421 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804422 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804423 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1834220 |
1804424 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804231 |
1804425 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1804426 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
1804230 Or concurrent |
1804427 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
Advisory Study Plan
( 1 ) Year
( 1 ) Semester |
( 2 ) Semester |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
0342103 |
General physics for life sciences |
3 |
1804141 |
Clinical phonetics |
3 |
0304101 |
General biology |
3 |
0501107 |
Physiology I |
2 |
1804140 |
Introduction to Speech-Language & Hearing Disorders |
3 |
1802131 |
Psychology of Rehabilitation |
3 |
1942102 |
Computer skills 2 |
3 |
1801101 |
Rehabilitation Principles and Ethics |
3 |
1804110 |
Language science |
|
1804100 |
Anatomy & physiology of hearing & speech |
3 |
|
|
|
|
University Requirement |
3 |
Total |
15 |
Total |
17 |
( 2 ) Year
( 1 ) Semester |
( 2 ) Semester |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
0502107 |
Anatomy of head, neck, & thorax |
3 |
1804231 |
Introduction to audiology |
3 |
1804211 |
Child language development |
3 |
1804220 |
Articulation disorders & phonological theories |
3 |
0805220 |
Introduction to Special Education |
3 |
0805212 |
Behavior modification |
3 |
1804230 |
Bases of hearing science |
3 |
1804227 |
Evaluation , diagnosis & reports writing in communication disorders |
3 |
|
University Requirement |
3 |
|
University Requirement |
3 |
|
University Requirement |
3 |
|
University Requirement |
3 |
Total |
18 |
Total |
18 |
( 3 ) Year
( 1 ) Semester |
( 2 ) Semester |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
1804321 |
Fluency disorders |
2 |
1804309 |
Aphasia |
2 |
1804310 |
Language disorders in children |
3 |
1804331 |
Hearing disorders in children |
3 |
1804350 |
Clinical practicum in speech -observation |
1 |
1802447 |
Management & leadership |
3 |
1804354 |
Clinical practicum in audiology -observation |
1 |
1804351 |
Clinical practicum in speech- 1 |
1 |
1804323 |
Medical aspects of Speech & Language Disorders |
2 |
1804355 |
Clinical practicum in audiology- 1 |
1 |
1801381 |
Bio-Statistics |
2 |
1804340 |
Research method in rehabilitation sciences |
3 |
|
Elective Course |
3 |
1804328 |
Dysphasia |
2 |
|
University Requirement |
3 |
|
University Requirement |
3 |
|
University Requirement |
3 |
|
University Requirement |
3 |
Total |
17 |
Total |
18 |
( 4 ) Year
( 1 ) Semester |
( 2 ) Semester |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
1804420 |
Voice disorders |
3 |
1804336 |
Medical aspects of hearing loss |
3 |
1804452 |
Clinical practicum in speech- 2 |
1 |
1804462 |
Clinical training in speech |
2 |
1804456 |
Clinical practicum in audiology- 2 |
1 |
1804463 |
Clinical training in audiology |
2 |
1804432 |
Aural Rehabilitation |
3 |
1804433 |
Hearing Aids |
3 |
|
Elective Course |
3 |
|
Elective course |
3 |
|
University Requirement |
3 |
|
|
|
|
University Requirement |
3 |
|
|
|
Total |
18 |
Total |
13 |
| 10 | 4/30/2019 8:38 AM | Hayat Hamzeh | 07.Study Plan | 07.Study Plan | 18 | | | |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
Students start with the clinical experience at the start of their third year of study, the following modules are taken (640 clinical hours)
Course No |
Course |
Description |
Year/ Semester |
Credit hours/ Contact hours |
1804350 |
Clinical Practicum in Speech –Observation |
Supervised observations of assessment, treatment, parent counseling, and other clinical services provided in speech clinics; referrals and cooperation with other specialists. |
3rd/ first |
1/4 |
1804351
|
Clinical Practicum in Speech – 1 |
Gradual implementation and evaluation of individualized therapy programs for clients in the clinic; presentation and discussion of clinical issues related to patients during clinicians’ meetings. |
3rd/second |
1/4 |
1804452 |
Clinical Practicum in Speech – 2 |
Gradual implementation and evaluation of individualized therapy programs for clients in the clinic; presentation and discussion of clinical issues related to patients during clinicians’ meetings. |
4th/ first |
1 / 4 |
1804462 |
Clinical training in Speech |
This course intends to help students conduct all assessment measures and write clinical reports in the field of speech language pathology in speech clinics, hospitals and specialized, accredited public and private centers, it also helps students to participate in research activities in the department, under the supervision and licensed speech – language pathologist. |
4th /second |
2/ 8 |
1804354 |
Clinical Practicum in Audiology –Observation |
Supervised observations of assessment, treatment, parent counseling, and other clinical services provided in speech clinics; referrals and cooperation with other specialists. |
3rd/ first |
1/4 |
1804355 |
Clinical Practicum in Audiology– 1 |
Gradual implementation and evaluation of individualized therapy programs for clients in the clinic; presentation and discussion of clinical issues related to patients during clinicians’ meetings. |
3rd/second |
1/4 |
1804456 |
Clinical Practicum in Audiology – 2 |
Gradual implementation and evaluation of individualized therapy programs for clients in the clinic; presentation and discussion of clinical issues related to patients during clinicians’ meetings.
|
4th/ first |
1 / 4 |
1804463 |
Clinical training in Audiology |
This course intends to help students conduct all assessment measures and write clinical reports in the field of speech language pathology in speech clinics, hospitals and specialized, accredited public and private centers, it also helps students to participate in research activities in the department, under the supervision and licensed speech – language pathologist.
|
4th /second |
2/ 8 |
| 10 | 4/25/2019 12:25 PM | Hayat Hamzeh | 08.Practical Training & Field Experience | 08.Practical Training & Field Experience | 19 | | | |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | | 10 | 2/16/2019 6:01 PM | Jehad Alaraifi | 11.Educational facilities and support | 11.Educational facilities and support | 22 | Academic Staff | Academic Staff | 7 |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
Name | Workplace | Position | Specialty | Israa Abd- AlRahman,
| Hearing and Speech Sciences & Disorders | lab supervisor | Audiology | Malak Shihadeh
| Hearing and Speech Sciences & Disorders | lab supervisor | Audiology | Aya Taha Rashed Taha | Hearing and Speech Sciences & Disorders | lab supervisor | Audiology
|
| 10 | 9/24/2024 12:03 PM | safaa jaber | 11.Educational facilities and support | 11.Educational facilities and support | 22 | Supporting staff | Supporting staff | 4 |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
Facilities and laboratories
. Speech clinics ( 6 rooms with attached observation room) the capacity it 12 students in each lab
. Four Audiology clinics ( 12 students per session)
. The University of Jordan Speech and Audiology Clinic.
. Clinical visits to schools and private clinics.
. Voice lab
. Computer lab located to provide services for the faculty students
. Faculty Library that provides services for the faculty students
| 10 | 2/13/2019 12:13 PM | Hayat Hamzeh | 11.Educational facilities and support | 11.Educational facilities and support | 22 | Facilities and laboratories | Facilities and laboratories | 3 |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
. Therapy materials
. Computers
. Voice lab equipment (e.g., Nasometer, Visipitch..etc.)
. Audiology equipment (audiometer, tympanometer, ABR, ASSR, VNG, OAE emission, REM, Video Otoscope, hand held Otoscope, ECOCHG, VEMP)
| 10 | 9/1/2019 11:32 AM | Hayat Hamzeh | 11.Educational facilities and support | 11.Educational facilities and support | 22 | Tools and Equipment | Tools and Equipment | 5 |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
Entities that offer facilities to receive practical and field experiences:
. The University of Jordan Hearing and Speech Clinic facilitates practicum courses
. The students may also practice patient evaluation and treatment outside the university setting (centers, hospitals, nursing homes…etc.).
. The Royal medical Services
. The holy land institute
. Al Awn center
. Montissoiri Schools
. Ministry of Heath hospitals
. University of Jordan nursery and School.
. Certified centers
. Clinical visits to schools and private clinics
| 10 | 2/18/2019 9:16 AM | Hayat Hamzeh | 11.Educational facilities and support | 11.Educational facilities and support | 22 | Other Entities that offer facilities to receive practical and field experiences | Other Entities that offer facilities to receive practical and field experiences | 6 |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
Potential Careers:
1. Speech Therapist Clinician
2. Hearing Clinician
| 10 | 2/17/2019 3:41 PM | Jehad Alaraifi | 03.Employability | 03.Employability | 14 | | | |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
The program does not have a research project module
| 10 | 2/13/2019 12:15 PM | Hayat Hamzeh | 09.Project and Research | 09.Project and Research | 20 | | | |
| | | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech | Bachelor of science in Hearing and Speech |
ILO #
Course code |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
10 |
11 |
12 |
1804100 |
X |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
1804110 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
1804140 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
1804141 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
|
X |
X |
X |
1804211 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
1804230 |
X |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
1804231 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
1804310 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
|
X |
X |
X |
1804220 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
|
X |
X |
X |
1804321 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
|
X |
X |
X |
1804227 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
X |
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
1804323 |
X |
|
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
|
X |
X |
X |
1804331 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
|
X |
X |
X |
1804436 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
X |
X |
X |
1804350 |
X |
X |
X |
x |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
1804351 |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
1804354 |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
1804355 |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
1804309 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
X |
|
|
X |
X |
X |
1804420 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
X |
|
|
X |
X |
X |
1804428 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
X |
|
|
X |
X |
X |
1804452 |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
1804456 |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
1804462 |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
1804463 |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
1804432 |
X |
X |
|
|
|
|
X |
|
|
X |
X |
X |
1804433 |
X |
x |
|
|
|
|
X |
|
|
X |
X |
X |
| 10 | 3/2/2019 11:09 AM | Hayat Hamzeh | 10.Program Learning Outcome Mapping Matrix | 10.Program Learning Outcome Mapping Matrix | 21 | | | |
| | | Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy | Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy |
Background to the program and subject area:
The program of Occupational Therapy (OT) is a 4years program that meets the national and international standards. The program was established in 1999 as a continuation to the diploma program in occupational therapy in the Royal medical services (1989-1997). It is the second bachelor program to be established in the Arab World after Beit Lahm University in Palestine (1997). The subject areas of the program are comprehensive and includes: Occupational therapy for pediatric, Neurology, physical dysfunction, psychiatry, hand injuries, and splinting. Many foundational courses to the field are needed such as: Theories and approaches in OT, Fundamentals of OT, group therapy, strategies of independence, development through the lifespan, and therapeutic techniques are covered in the program.
Vision statements of the program:
To be locally and internationally recognized as the preferred program for exemplary occupational therapy education, research, and community integration.
Mission statements of the program:
To prepare graduates who are competent, creative, skilled, and ethical occupational therapy leaders who meet the local and regional employment needs through engaging in experiential learning that focuses on occupation based practice, evidence based practice and community integration.
1. Equip the student with the practical and clinical skills in a variety of occupational therapy practice scenarios and settings.
2. Develop the students’ appreciation of evidence based practice within the occupational therapy arena, so that they are able to critically reflect upon, evaluate and make decisions within practice.
3. Promote the students’ capacity for and commitment to lifelong learning and maximise opportunities for continuing professional development.
4. Provide students with confidence in their professional identity to be able to transfer the core values and skills of occupational therapy to clients, policy makers and the community
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| | | Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy | Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy |
Upon completing the program, students will be able to:
1. Use knowledge in occupational therapy philosophy, theories, models, approaches, and frameworks in the practice of occupational therapy.
2. Apply the therapeutic use of occupation for individuals of different age groups and communities, within contemporary and future settings such as hospitals, schools, and homes etc, and with different diagnoses (such as paediatrics, neurological, physical, and psychiatry)
3. Assess and evaluate individual and environmental barriers to occupational performance, using a variety of formal, informal, standardised and non-standardised assessment tools and methods
4. Develop treatment plans collaboratively with clients, demonstrating application of best evidence, effective use of resources and client-centred practice.
5. Implement, identify and critically evaluate interventions.
6. Document, evaluation results and progress using a variety of methods (including accurate evaluation forms/progress notes/discharge records), demonstrating the ability to adapt communication styles to meet different needs of practice
7. Demonstrate an understanding of service management principles and the government, economic, social and political issues that affect clinical practice.
8. Respect the rights, culture, dignity, confidentiality and individuality of clients and their families expected by the profession and realize the importance of client-centred practice with people from diverse backgrounds and advocate as a professional for the occupational therapy services offered and for the recipients of those services.
9. Develop problem solving strategies, clinical reasoning and critical reflection on practical scenarios, and synthesise knowledge through evaluation
10. Reflect skilful communication, leadership, time management, lifelong learning, using appropriate communication technologies and scientific research, work within a team , has the ability to think critically and solve problems.
11. Bear the responsibilities and exercise his rights and duties within the value system of society and public morals, and he has self-confidence and independence of personality and communicate with others orally and written in an effective and kind way.
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| | | Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy | Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy |
Development of the learning outcomes is promoted through the following teaching and learning methods:
. Lectures: direct instructions and skills and procedures demonstration
. Experiential learning: hands on learning, simulation, In-house labs, Field work and clinical training
. Independent study (reflective journaling)
. Discussions
. E-learning
. Projects
. Case presentations
. Seminars and presentations
. Guest speakers
. Group work
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| | | Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy | Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy |
Opportunities to demonstrate achievement of the learning outcomes are provided through the following assessment methods:
. Written exams
. Oral exams
. Practical exams
. Reports/case studies and portfolios
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| | | Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy | Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy |
1- University Requirements:
2- School Requirements
A. Obligatory school courses: (27) credit hours:
Course Number |
Course Title |
Contact Hours |
Credit Hours |
Pre-requisite |
Theoretical |
Practical |
0304101 |
General Biology 1 |
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1802131 |
|
2 |
- |
2 |
- |
0501107 |
Physiology 1 |
2 |
- |
2 |
- |
0342103 |
General Physics for Life Sciences |
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
0502107 |
Anatomy of Head, Neck, and Thorax |
2 |
1 |
3 |
- |
1801381 |
|
2 |
- |
2 |
- |
1804340 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1802447 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1801101 |
|
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
1902103 |
Computer skills for Medical Schools |
3 |
- |
3 |
- |
B- Elective courses
(None)
3- Specialty requirements:
A- Obligatory courses (81 credit hours)
Course Number |
Course Title |
Contact Hours |
Pre-requisite |
Theoretical |
Practical |
0501108 |
Physiology II |
2 |
- |
0304101
Physiology I |
0502108 |
Anatomy of Extremities |
2 |
2 |
0304101
General biology I |
0507103 |
Surgery For Rehabilitation Students |
2 |
- |
0502108
Anatomy of Extremities |
0508102 |
Internal Medicine for Rehabilitation Students |
2 |
- |
0501107
Physiology 1 |
0503101 |
Therapeutics |
1 |
- |
0501108
Physiology 2
(or concurrent) |
1802102 |
|
3 |
- |
- |
1801261 |
|
2 |
4 |
0502108
Anatomy of extremities
+
0342103
General physics |
1802236 |
|
1 |
4 |
- |
1811202 |
|
1 |
4 |
0502108
Anatomy of extremities
+
1801101
Principles & Ethics of Medical Rehabilitation |
1802221 |
|
1 |
4 |
- |
1801231 |
|
3 |
- |
0502107
Anatomy of Head, Neck, and Thorax
+
0501108
Physiology 2 |
1802204 |
|
3 |
- |
- |
1802207 |
|
2 |
4 |
1811202
Tests and measurements |
1802222 |
|
1 |
4 |
1802221
Occupational Therapy techniques (1) |
1802313 |
|
3 |
- |
1802131
Psychology of Rehabilitation |
1812326 |
|
3 |
- |
- |
1802330 |
|
3 |
- |
- |
1812334 |
|
2 |
4 |
1802236
Activity Analysis and creative methods |
1812327 |
|
2 |
4 |
1812326
Neuro and Physical cases
+
1802222
Occupational Therapy techniques (2) |
1832305 |
|
2 |
4 |
1811202
Tests and measurements
+
1802221
Occupational Therapy techniques (1) |
1812307 |
|
1 |
4 |
1832305
Upper extremity rehabilitation (or concurrent) |
1802328 |
|
2 |
- |
1802207
Occupational therapy Assessment
+
1802204
Development through the lifespan |
1812337 |
|
1 |
4 |
1802313
Occupational therapy in psychiatry/ cases
+
1802330
Approaches of OT and self |
1832424 |
|
3 |
4 |
1802328
Peds Cases |
1802417 |
|
2 |
4 |
1802313
Occupational therapy in psychiatry/ cases |
1812451 |
|
- |
12 |
1812327
Applied Occupational therapy for physical and neurological disorders |
1812452 |
|
- |
12 |
1812327
Applied Occupational therapy for physical and neurological disorders |
181254 |
|
- |
12 |
1802417
Applied Occupational Therapy for psychiatry |
1812453 |
|
- |
12 |
1832424
Applied Occupational Therapy for Children |
1812441 |
|
2 |
- |
- |
1802425 |
|
2 |
4 |
1832424
Applied Occupational Therapy for Children |
Advisory Study Plan
( 1 ) Year
( 1 ) Semester |
( 2 ) Semester |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
0304101 |
General biology I |
3 |
0502108 |
Anatomy of Extremities |
3 |
0342103 |
General physics for life sciences |
3 |
0501107 |
Physiology I |
2 |
1902103 |
Computer Skills for medical faculties |
3 |
1801101 |
Principles & Ethics of Medical Rehabilitation |
3 |
1802102 |
Occupational therapy fundamentals |
3 |
1802131 |
Psychology of Rehabilitation |
2 |
|
University requirement |
3 |
|
University requirement |
3 |
|
|
|
|
University requirement |
3 |
Total |
15 |
Total |
16 |
( 2 ) Year
( 1 ) Semester |
( 2 ) Semester |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
0502107 |
Anatomy of head, neck & thorax |
3 |
0507103 |
Surgery For Rehabilitation Students |
2 |
0501108 |
Physiology 2 |
3 |
0508102 |
Internal Medicine for Rehabilitation Students |
2 |
0503101 |
Therapeutics |
1 |
1801231 |
Neuroscience |
3 |
1801261 |
Biomechanics |
3 |
1802204 |
Development through the lifespan |
2 |
1811202 |
Tests & Measures |
2 |
1802207 |
Occupational therapy Assessment |
3 |
1802236 |
Activity Analysis and creative methods |
2 |
1802222 |
Occupational Therapy techniques (2) |
2 |
1802221 |
Occupational Therapy techniques (1) |
2 |
|
University requirement |
3 |
|
University requirement |
3 |
|
|
|
Total |
18 |
Total |
18 |
( 3 ) Year
( 1 ) Semester |
( 2 ) Semester |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
1802313 |
Occupational therapy in psychiatry/ cases |
3 |
1812327 |
Applied Occupational therapy for physical and neurological disorders |
3 |
1812326 |
Neuro and Physical cases |
3 |
1832305 |
Upper extremity rehabilitation |
3 |
1802330 |
Approaches of OT and self |
3 |
1812307 |
Splinting |
2 |
1812334 |
Strategies for Independent living |
3 |
1802328 |
Peds Cases |
2 |
1801381 |
Bio-Statistics for rehabilitation students |
2 |
1812337 |
Group Therapy |
2 |
|
University requirement |
3 |
1804340 |
Research methods in rehabilitation sciences |
3 |
|
|
|
|
University requirement |
3 |
Total |
17 |
Total |
18 |
( 4 ) Year
(1 ) Semester |
( 2 ) Semester |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
1832424 |
Applied Occupational Therapy for Children |
4 |
181254 |
Clinical: Psych |
3 |
1802417 |
Applied Occupational Therapy for psychiatry |
3 |
1812453 |
Clinical: Peds |
3 |
1812451 |
Clinical: physical dysfunction |
3 |
1802425 |
Community Rehabilitation |
3 |
1812452 |
Clinical: Neuro |
3 |
1802447 |
Management & Leadership |
3 |
1812441 |
Project |
2 |
|
University requirement |
3 |
|
University requirement |
3 |
|
|
|
Total |
18 |
Total |
15 |
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| | | Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy | Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy |
The fieldwork training is consisting of four courses. Each one of them is 3 credit hours with a total of 900 actual hours - Students are expected to finish this training by the last year (4 th year)
Pediatric clinical
|