OCCP5253: Intensive July - August, 2025

Units OCCP5253 Intensive July - August 2025 [Professional practice]

Unit outline_

OCCP5253: Professional Practice Education III

Intensive July - August, 2025 [Professional practice] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Students will work in teams to develop and implement a structured self-directed fieldwork project in partnership with a community organisation. Student teams will be supported to work independently and attend regular peer and academic supervision sessions on-campus. The project will focus on enabling participation within diverse communities relevant to OT practice. In this unit study students will develop project management skills, demonstrate their application of professional reasoning and develop competency in OT enablement skills.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	Participation Sciences
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	OCCP5228 and OCCP5241
Corequisites ?	OCCP5261
Prohibitions ?	OCCP5239
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Michelle Villeneuve, michelle.villeneuve@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 8 August 2025

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length	Use of AI
Attendance - accreditation or faculty requirement	Placement Attendance Attendance at classes and activities that contribute to placement hours.	0%	Ongoing	As required for fieldwork project	Not applicable
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	Individual Assessment 1 - Professional Development Goals and Plan An individual task that emphasises critical self-reflection on your role and contributions during fieldwork	20%	Week 03 Due date: 11 Jul 2025 at 23:59	350 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	Group Assessment 1 - Project Brief A brief document (plus appendices) that outlines the scope, logic, and timeline of the community-based project.	20%	Week 04 Due date: 18 Jul 2025 at 23:59	1-2 page document (plus appendices)	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Group Presentation In-class Group Presentation - a professional oral presentation where the group provides an overview of their project, including the issue addressed, the processes undertaken, and the anticipated outcomes or impact of their deliverable	0%	Week 10	15 mins	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	Individual Assessment 2 - Professional Development Report This is an individual assessment task that requires students to critically report on their professional development outcomes as a result of participating in a community-based fieldwork project.	30%	Week 11 Due date: 05 Sep 2025 at 23:59 Closing date: 12 Sep 2025	500 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	Group Assessment 2 - High Quality Deliverable Submit the High-Quality Deliverable to both the community partner and the instructors. Include a cover letter or explanatory note.	30%	Week 12 Due date: 12 Sep 2025 at 23:59	Variable (depending on project)	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ? = group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Details for all assessment tasks will be provided on Canvas

Assessment criteria

See marking criteria in Canvas

For more information see guide to grades.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

You can use generative AI tools for open assessments. Restrictions on AI use apply to secure, supervised assessments used to confirm if students have met specific learning outcomes.

Refer to the assessment table above to see if AI is allowed, for assessments in this unit and check Canvas for full instructions on assessment tasks and AI use.

If you use AI, you must always acknowledge it. Misusing AI may lead to a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

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:

Penalties for late submission of assessment will be as per the Assessment Procedures

Academic integrity

The University expects students to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

Our website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. This includes advice on how to avoid common breaches of academic integrity. Ensure that you have completed the Academic Honesty Education Module (AHEM) which is mandatory for all commencing coursework students

Penalties for serious breaches can significantly impact your studies and your career after graduation. It is important that you speak with your unit coordinator if you need help with completing assessments.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

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.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Multiple weeks	Student Fieldwork Project	Project (176 hr)
Week -01	Workshop 1 - Introduction to fieldwork and working with a community partner	Workshop (6 hr)
Week -01	Workshop 2 - Co-developing a community project	Workshop (6 hr)
Week -02	Workshop 4 - Project implementation and continuous improvement	Workshop (6 hr)
Week 02	Workshop 3 - Project management for effective implementat	Workshop (6 hr)
Week 12	Workshop 5 - Project delivery and exiting the field	Workshop (6 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance is required at all workshops and fieldwork.

This unit has minimum attendance requirements that include mandatory classes, academic mentoring, placement attendance, group and individual self-directed learning. The minimum total hours to be completed contributes 206 hours to the 1000 hours of practice education placements.

Students should refer to the timesheet guidelines which will be further detailed in the unit and provided to students via the Canvas site for this unit.

Timesheet and Community Partner Verification Form (Individual)

As per these attendance requirements, students must maintain a complete and accurate timesheet in Sonia as per the guidelines provided. Students must also each submit the signed form verifying each occasion of their attendance at their placement site. This must be completed and submitted by Friday of Week 12

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

See eReserve on Canvas for details.

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.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

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

LO1. Demonstrate professional behaviours, therapeutic and professional communication skills expected for the level of an emerging practitioner appropriate to the the University and placement setting.
LO2. Demonstrate development of individual self-management and team collaboration in relation to the application of program theory of change to project based fieldwork.
LO3. Integrate data from multiple sources to self-assess competence in occupational therapy enablement with communities.
LO4. Apply an evidence-informed practice-based approach to project design, development and implementation in a real-life practice context.
LO5. Use a range of feedback to improve individual contributions, team processes and products (outputs/ deliverables). This includes feedback from community partners, peers, teachers and self-reflection.

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

Responding to student feedback

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

This is a new unit of study.

Additional information

Student Administration Manual

This unit of study outline MUST be read in conjunction with the Student Administration Manual on the Faculty of Health Sciences Current Students webpage: http://sydney.edu.au/health-sciences/current-students/coursework/student-administration-manual.shtml

All students are required to familiarise themselves with their academic responsibilities, and the academic policies governing their enrolment and progression. The Faculty of Health Sciences student administration manual 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 Faculty 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.

Work, health and safety

We are governed by the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 and Codes of Practice. Penalties for non-compliance have increased. Everyone has a responsibility for health and safety at work. The University’s Work Health and Safety policy explains the responsibilities and expectations of workers and others, and the procedures for managing WHS risks associated with University activities. Consistent with WHS legislation, you are required to complete a WHS induction on your first visit to your placement site, and if relevant at any time you attend to work in another setting. To guide (not prescribe) what you and your supervisor should include in such an induction, you should use the WHS Checklist available on the placements website (http://sydney.edu.au/health-sciences/placements/essential_preparation/work_health_safety/index.shtml). You are required to evidence your completion of your induction by uploading a scanned copy of the completed and signed form to Sonia. This is an essential requirement that has legal ramifications and is consistent with the professional behaviour expectations required of you to demonstrate attainment of the learning outcome 1.

Students must also meet all pre-placement requirements as outlined on the University of Sydney Course-specific Checks and Clearances website (http://sydney.edu.au/current_students/enrolment/course_check.shtml). Please ensure an up-to-date declaration (in SONIA). The declaration confirms that students have read the key documents related to privacy and confidentiality, codes of conduct, NSW Health policies and general communication/email etiquette. NSW Health and other sites may require students to undertake mandatory orientation and induction modules as relevant to the specific placement site. This is an important part of meeting mandatory attendance requirements and can contribute fieldwork hours and should be included in the log of hours.

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Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Work, health and safety

Disclaimer

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