Course Details

Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Description

Occupational therapists are a vital part of today’s health teams, helping people to meet their personal goals after illness or injury. It is an exciting area of practice which recognizes the potential of each person and enables individuals to achieve health, wellbeing and life satisfaction through participation in meaningful activity.

The PICOMS Diploma in Occupational Therapy was introduced in April 2014, with just 12 students, and 2 staff members. With continuous growth and enhancement, the program recorded 91 students and 5 staff members in 2019, with this number expected to increase yearly.

Field of Study

Occupational Health & Hygiene

Duration (Years)

3

Course Fees

RM62,550 (USD 14,640)

MQA No.

MQA/FA 02964

Degree Type

Internal Degree
Intake (Month)

January, April and September

O-Level/GCSE

GCE/O-LEVEL:Pass GCE O Level and obtained 5 credits (C grade) in these subjects

● Mathematics

● 1 science subject (Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Science, Applied Science)

● Any 3 Subjects
SPM/STPM

SPM level: Pass Bahasa Malaysia and English with 5 credits in subject:

● Mathematics

● 1 science subject (Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Science, Applied Science)

● Any 3 Subjects
Others

Any Health Science Certificate: Minimum pointer 2.75
English Requirements

CEFR Low B1

MUET: Band 2

IELTS: 4.0

TOEFL (IBT): 30-31

Pearson Test of English :36

Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests: 140

Year 1

Anatomy and Physiology – I

Introduction to Occupational Therapy

Psychology and Mental Health

Anatomy and Physiology – II

Basic Pathology

Biomechanic and Kinesiology

Neurosciences for Occupational Therapy

Therapeutic Activities and Activity Analysis
Year 2

Medical and Neurological Conditions

Orthopedic and Surgical Conditions

Occupational Performance in Physical Conditions

Orthosis

Clinical Placement – I (Physical)

Psychiatric Conditions

Community Based Rehabilitation

Occupational Performance in Psychiatric Conditions

Group Process

Clinical Placement – II (Psychiatric)
Year 3

Pediatrics Conditions

OT Interventions in Geriatrics

Occupational Performance in Pediatrics

Occupational Safety and Ergonomics

Clinical Placement – III (Pediatrics)

Personal and Professional Development

Course Research Project

Occupational Therapy in Rehabilitation

Clinical Placement – IV (Selection)

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