Outline

Overview

Older adults live up to 30 years longer than previous generations. This life stage could provide renewed opportunities for occupational engagement or challenges depending on the status of a persons health and wellbeing. Occupational therapy can enhance, restore, or maintain occupational engagement. In this unit of study a global perspective on ageing informs the five themes directing lecture content, 1. Personal considerations when working with older adults, 2. Professional considerations when working with older adults, 3. Contextual considerations when working with older adults, 4. Life continuum considerations when working with older adults and 5. Scope of practice in aged care. Students will take an evidence based approach to occupational therapy service provision and will learn to provide occupational therapy for older adults from a client centred perspective, and to promote quality of life and wellbeing through continuing engagement in day to day activities. This unit includes learning activities that will contribute towards practice education hours.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	OCCP3106
Academic unit	Participation Sciences
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	OCCP3078
Prerequisites ?	OCCP1103 and OCCP1105 and OCCP1104
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	OCCP1101 and OCCP1102 and OCCP2103 and OCCP2104
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Sanet Du Toit, sanet.dutoit@sydney.edu.au
Guest lecturer(s)	Weihong Zhang, weihong.zhang@sydney.edu.au
Guest lecturer(s)	Joan O'Donnell, joan.odonnell@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Kylie Angelou, kylie.angelou@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Attendance	Consolidation activities Individual/group task outcomes from workshop/tutorials/practice engagement	0%	Multiple weeks	Various.
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	Practice Education Hours Practice education activities	0%	Multiple weeks Closing date: 30 Oct 2023	20 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Reflection: Recorded oral or written report. FOCUS Wk 3: values & attitudes Wk 9: learning Wk 13:knowledge and skills	25%	Multiple weeks	Wks 3 & 9: 3min/400words Wk 13: 5min/800
Outcomes assessed:
Creative assessment / demonstration	Practical Activity Student teams select an assessment/intervention/policy (list provided) .	30%	Week 06 Due date: 05 Sep 2023 at 23:59 Closing date: 06 Sep 2023	30 min:25 min module & 5 min in-class
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Multi-media presentation based on a context-specific case study Individual.	45%	Week 11 Due date: 03 Nov 2023 at 23:59 Closing date: 03 Nov 2023	15 minutes
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ? = group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Reflection: Individual recorded oral or written report. Students will present personal insights on what they, as future graduates, could contribute in the space of aged care. Students will submit their own recording/written reflection in which they consider practice eduaction and class learning activities: i) Their values and attitudes towards older adults (Week 3). ii) The values and attitudes of others and learning associated within the learning team context (Week 9). iii) How the knowledge and skills gained during tutorial presentations, on-line student forum, practice education activities and in-class activities (Week 13) supported them to grow in/change their perspective on occupational therapy’s potential within aged care.

Case-study assignment: In this individual multi-media presentation based on a context-specific case study, students will be required to describe and justify occupational therapy practice in relation to a specific client scenario that reflects intervention planning and reflexivity in practice.

Consolidation activities: Individual and group task outcomes from a range of workshop/tutorials/practice education activities which require students to articulate and/or document i) their values and attitudes towards older adults, as well as the values and attitudes of others, ii) an understanding and critical awareness of the impact of relevant legislation and policy upon service provision for older adults, iii) mastery of knowledge and skills associated with expected graduate level outcomes.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

Specific rubrics/criteria outlining the standards required for each assessment are provided in Canvas.

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable
standard. A fail grade will be awarded for this unit of study if you: do not attain a cumulative mark of 50 or above for graded assessments; or if you fail to complete all
assessment tasks required of this UOS; or if you fail to meet the minimum standards on a fieldwork evaluation that is a barrier task, regardless of cumulative performance
on the other assessment tasks.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100
Distinction	75 - 84
Credit	65 - 74
Pass	50 - 64
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

As per university policy

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction to unit content and assessments.	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 01	Planning the semester and learning team introduction.	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 03	PERSON - Professional considerations when working with older adults	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 03	Considerations for selecting of assessments and interventions when working in aged care	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 04	ENVIRONMENT - Consider the multi-faceted context for aged care	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 04	ENVIRONMENT	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 05	ENVIRONMENT - Consider the multi-faceted context for aged care	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 05	ENVIRONMENT	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 06	OCCUPATION - The scope of doing, being, belonging and becoming for older adults	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 06	Student-led activities	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 07	Assessments and interventions when working with older adults	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 07	Student-led activities	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 08	Assessments and interventions when working with older adults	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 08	Student-led activities	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 09	Scope of practice in aged care	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 09	Scope of practice in aged care (1)	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 10	Scope of practice in aged care (2)	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 10	Scope of practice in aged care (2)	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 11	Scope of practice in aged care (3)	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 11	Scope of practice in aged care (3)	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 13	Wrap up	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 13	Wrap up	Tutorial (1 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: The university has a 90% attendance requirement. Students are expected to attend all lectures, workshops, and tutorials, and actively participate in discussions and activities. If you know you will miss part or all of a tutorial, please contact the tutor and ask about work to be completed in lieu of that time.

Practice Education component: This unit includes 20 Practice Education hours related to Assessment Item 2. Prior to commencing the activities related to this assessment students are required to complete all placement verifications and a module on Work Health and Safety. Students must complete these by the 27th August 2023. Failure to do these tasks in the time required will result in students not being able to participate in Assessment Item 2 which has implications for passing this unit.

You will need to record the 20 Practice Education component hours in the Sonia database. Your Unit of Study Coordinator will provide you information via Canvas on details about how to record your hours.

Your Practice Education verification (compliance) process includes: Criminal Record Check, Working with Children Check, Attaining mandatory immunization status (including evolving covid-19 vaccination requirements), Annual influenza vaccination, Signed the NSW Health Code of Conduct for Students, Signed Student Placement Declaration, CPR certificate.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Please refer to the Lecture Schedule and Modules on Canvas for:

- pre-lecture preparation and readings associated
- consolidation activities

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Describe the broader context in which occupational therapy services are provided to older adults in Australia; the impact of relevant legislation and policy upon service provision; and international trends in service provision for older adults.
LO2. Examine and reflect on: personal values and attitudes towards older adults; the values and attitudes of others; in particular, the values and attitudes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples towards older people, with recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture, values, and social practices.
LO3. Develop an evidence-based approach to occupational therapy service provision for older adults, with a focus on active ageing, meaningful engagement and wellbeing.
LO4. Demonstrate familiarity with the administration and scoring of assessments, which are commonly used by occupational therapists working with older adults.
LO5. Practice occupational therapy interventions which are appropriate to the needs of older adults in consideration of their personal, social and cultural contexts.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes	Competency standards
	Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - 1.1. Complies with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia’s standards, guidelines and Code of conduct 1.11. Maintains professional competence and adapts to change in practice contexts 1.3. Maintains professional boundaries in all client and professional relationships 1.4. Recognises and manages conflicts of interest in all client and professional relationships 1.5. Practises in a culturally responsive and culturally safe manner, with particular respect to culturally diverse client groups 1.6. Incorporates and responds to historical, political, cultural, societal, environmental and economic factors influencing health, wellbeing and occupations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples 1.9. Identifies and manages the influence of her/his values and culture on practice 4.1. Communicates openly, respectfully and effectively 4.2. Adapts written, verbal and non-verbal communication appropriate to the client and practice context 4.3. Works ethically with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations to understand and incorporate relevant cultural protocols and communication strategies, with the aim of working to support self-governance in communities 4.4. Uses culturally responsive, safe and relevant communication tools and strategies 4.5. Complies with legal and procedural requirements for the responsible and accurate documentation, sharing and storage of professional information and records of practice
	Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - 1. Professionalism 1.1. Complies with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia’s standards, guidelines and Code of conduct 1.10. Practises within limits of her/his own level of competence and expertise 1.17. Recognises and manages any inherent power imbalance in relationships with clients. 1.3. Maintains professional boundaries in all client and professional relationships 1.7. Collaborates and consults ethically and responsibly for effective client-centred and interprofessional practice 1.9. Identifies and manages the influence of her/his values and culture on practice 2.4. Understands and responds to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health philosophies, leadership, research and practices
	Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - 1.1. Complies with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia’s standards, guidelines and Code of conduct 1.15. Addresses issues of occupational justice in practice 1.2. Adheres to legislation relevant to practice 2. Knowledge and learning 2.1. Applies current and evidence-informed knowledge of occupational therapy and other appropriate and relevant theory in practice 2.10. Maintains digital literacy for practice. 2.2. Applies theory and frameworks of occupation to professional practice and decision-making 2.3. Identifies and applies best available evidence in professional practice and decision-making 2.4. Understands and responds to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health philosophies, leadership, research and practices 2.5. Maintains current knowledge for cultural responsiveness to all groups in the practice setting 2.6. Maintains and improves currency of knowledge, skills and new evidence for practice by adhering to the requirements for continuing professional development 2.8. Reflects on practice to inform current and future reasoning and decision-making and the integration of theory and evidence into practice 2.9. Maintains knowledge of relevant resources and technologies, and
	Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - 3. Occupational therapy process and practice 3.1. Addresses occupational performance and participation of clients, identifying the enablers and barriers to engagement 3.11. Evaluates client and service outcomes to inform future practice 3.2. Performs appropriate information gathering and assessment when identifying a client’s status and functioning, strengths, occupational performance and goals 3.5. Selects and implements culturally responsive and safe practice strategies to suit the occupational therapy goals and environment of the client 3.6. Seeks to understand and incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ experiences of health, wellbeing and occupations encompassing cultural connections 3.7. Reflects on practice to inform and communicate professional reasoning and decision-making 4.10. Seeks and responds to feedback, modifying communication and/or practice accordingly, and 4.2. Adapts written, verbal and non-verbal communication appropriate to the client and practice context 4.4. Uses culturally responsive, safe and relevant communication tools and strategies
	Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - 1.1. Complies with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia’s standards, guidelines and Code of conduct 1.11. Maintains professional competence and adapts to change in practice contexts 1.13. Manages resources, time and workload accountably and effectively 1.15. Addresses issues of occupational justice in practice 1.17. Recognises and manages any inherent power imbalance in relationships with clients. 1.2. Adheres to legislation relevant to practice 1.3. Maintains professional boundaries in all client and professional relationships 1.7. Collaborates and consults ethically and responsibly for effective client-centred and interprofessional practice 1.8. Adheres to all work health and safety, and quality requirements for practice 2.10. Maintains digital literacy for practice. 2.9. Maintains knowledge of relevant resources and technologies, and 3.10. Reviews, evaluates and modifies plans, goals and interventions with the client and relevant others to enhance or achieve client outcomes 3.11. Evaluates client and service outcomes to inform future practice 3.12. Uses effective collaborative, multidisciplinary and interprofessional approaches for decision-making and planning 3.13. Uses appropriate assistive technology, devices and/or environmental modifications to achieve client occupational performance outcomes, and 3.14. Contributes to quality improvement and service development. 3.3. Collaborates with the client and relevant others to determine the priorities and occupational therapy goals 3.4. Develops a plan with the client and relevant others to meet identified occupational therapy goals 3.5. Selects and implements culturally responsive and safe practice strategies to suit the occupational therapy goals and environment of the client 3.6. Seeks to understand and incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ experiences of health, wellbeing and occupations encompassing cultural connections 3.7. Reflects on practice to inform and communicate professional reasoning and decision-making 3.8. Identifies and uses practice guidelines and protocols suitable to the practice setting or work environment 4.10. Seeks and responds to feedback, modifying communication and/or practice accordingly, and 4.11. Identifies and articulates the rationale for practice to clients and relevant others. 4.4. Uses culturally responsive, safe and relevant communication tools and strategies 4.8. Maintains collaborative professional relationships with clients, health professionals and relevant others 4.9. Uses effective communication skills to initiate and end relationships with clients and relevant others

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

This is the first time this unit is offered.

Additional information

This unit of study outline MUST be read in conjunction with the Medicine and Health Handbook: http://sydney.edu.au/handbooks/medicine_health/
All students are required to familiarise themselves with their academic responsibilities, and the academic policies governing their enrolment and progression. This handbook provides a direct link to The University of Sydney’s Coursework policy and Faculty provisions. The Work Integrated Learning Canvas site also provides information specific to Sydney School of Health Sciences placements such as essential preparation, forms and policies: https://canvas.sydney.edu.au/courses/9121
All students are required to familiarise themselves with their academic responsibilities, and the academic policies and protocols governing their placements. When considering applications and appeals relating to these matters, it will be assumed that students understand their academic responsibilities and are familiar with these key policies and procedures.

Site visit guidelines

Site visits may be conducted in-person or virtually. All students will be briefed prior to the visit and will be provided with material to study in preparation for their visit. Each group visiting a site needs to take ownership for the safety and well-being of their group members. Make sure that you have each other’s telephone numbers and need to make contact when a group member does not turn up. Contact the UoS coordinator immediately if anyone is unaccounted for (Sanetta du Toit 048 772 5240).

Work, health and safety

Verification: Students must meet all pre-placement requirements as outlined on the University of Sydney Clinical placements checks and clearances: https://www.sydney.edu.au/students/clinical-placement-checks/vaccinations.html (This includes all information relating to COVID-19 vaccinations as advised by NSW Health). It is recommended that students regularly check their verification status. Failure to meet these requirements in accordance with communicated due dates may prevent you from being allocated to and/or completing a placement or placement unit of study irrespective of your enrolment status.

Declarations: Students must have an up-to-date declaration (in Sonia) that they have read and understood key documents related to privacy and confidentiality, codes of conduct, NSW Health policies and general communication/ email etiquette. Failure to meet these requirements may prevent you from being allocated to and/or completing a placement or placement unit of study irrespective of your enrolment status.

Induction: A module on Work Health and Safety must be completed these by the 27th August 2023.

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Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Alignment with Competency standards

Responding to student feedback

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OCCP3106: Participation and Ageing Well

Semester 2, 2023 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

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Overview

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Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Alignment with Competency standards

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

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Work, health and safety

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