Online Continuing Education Courses

Theoretical Models Relevant to Gerontological Occupational Therapy Practice

• Identify theories and models of aging; gain understanding of the validity of and exceptions to universal applications of each theory
• Envision possible applications of theories and models of aging to OTs’ gerontology-based practice
• Interpret perspectives/theories of aging from an occupational viewpoint
• Interpret information derived from aged persons themselves regarding their views on elements of successful aging
• Compare similarities between the development of the disciplines of gerontology and OT
• Discuss attempts to de???ne and identify successful aging from a variety of viewpoints