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M Bridle, E Bell

    Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy. Revue Canadienne D'Ergotherapie
    |January 8, 1976
    PubMed
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    Queen's University piloted using community facilities for undergraduate clinical training, finding it successful. This approach broadens student experiences and increases placement availability, leading to program expansion.

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    Area of Science:

    • Occupational Therapy Education
    • Clinical Training
    • Community-Based Practice

    Background:

    • Traditional undergraduate occupational therapy programs often rely on institutional models for clinical training.
    • There is a need to expand clinical placement opportunities beyond traditional settings.
    • Preparing students for diverse practice environments is crucial for future therapists.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the use of community facilities for undergraduate occupational therapy clinical training.
    • To provide students with broader clinical experiences outside the university setting.
    • To increase the number of available clinical placements for students.

    Main Methods:

    • A pilot study was conducted at Queen's University.

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  • Community facilities were utilized for undergraduate clinical training.
  • Feedback was gathered from both faculty and students.

    • Main Results:

    • The pilot study was considered a success by both faculty and students.
    • The project is currently being expanded based on positive outcomes.
    • The use of community facilities effectively broadened student experiences.

    Conclusions:

    • Community-based clinical training enhances undergraduate occupational therapy education.
    • The integration of community facilities into training programs is recommended.
    • Future occupational therapists require preparation for diverse community practice settings.