Occupational therapists help us build and protect the specific capabilities we need to effectively participate in the critical activities of our daily lives: learning, socialising, playing, doing our jobs and simply looking after ourselves.<br><br>By guiding and supporting physical and psychological progress, they help individuals, families and communities create or restore meaning, purpose and independence.<br><br>Our Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) equips you to identify, prevent and manage the full range of challenges to everyday activity.<br><br>With many courses taught by registered practising occupational therapists, the degree places an emphasis on real-world experience. In over 1,000 hours of work-based training, you’ll work with children and adults of all ages in multiple settings: public and private health organisations; schools; rehabilitation centres; aged care; mental health and more.<br><br>You’ll gain high-level knowledge and skills in:<br><br>human anatomy, physiology and the pathophysiology<br>rehabilitation from short- and long-term injury, musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, chronic illness, disability and mental health issues<br>specialised practice with children and families<br>broad public health issues and population approaches to health and wellbeing<br>cultural diversity, with a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities, and rural or international health perspectives<br>evidence-based, patient-centred care.<br><br>Duration<br>4 years full-time<br><br>Start Dates<br>February