CCMAS Course Search

Feeding and oral motor assessment in paediatrics. Developmental milestone assessment. Fine motor and handwriting assessment. Visual perceptual and low vision assessment. Behaviour assessment in paediatrics. Assistive devices for paediatrics. Intervention for challenging behaviours. Play assessment. Overview of motor control and motor learning. Sensory integration and praxis test. Sensory profile. Introduction to sensory training. Overview of Bobath NDT, Rood's neuromuscular facilitation, Ayre's Sensory Integration Approach; Biomechanical frame of reference. Behaviour modification. Peto's - conductive Education. Special Education. Principles of education for perceptual and cognitive training. Assessment of developmental coordination disorder. Overview of Neurological disorders: CNS malformations, CNS infection and inflammatory diseases in childhood. Head injury in childhood. CNS tumours in childhood. CVD in childhood. Neurocutaneous syndromes. Spinocerebellar degeneration. Neural tube defects. Poliomyelitis. Chromosomal disorders. Muscle disorders in childhood. School function assessment. WeeFim and other ADL assessments for paediatrics. Gross Motor and function assessment. Social functioning and participation. Overview of sickle cell disease. Introduction to school-based occupational therapy practice – handwriting, behavioural and social skills, transition planning; inclusive education, special needs schools, and the twin-track approach to educating children with disabilities.

Paediatric OT process. Feeding, swallowing, and oral motor interventions. Cognitive development and interventions. Sensory integration interventions. Intervention in disorders of sensory discrimination, modulation and praxis. Handwriting and fine motor coordination interventions. Neuromotor interventions. Play interventions. OT application (including review of each condition): Cardio respiratory conditions of childhood. Visio-perceptual and Visio-motor dysfunction. Muscular dystrophy. Erb's palsy. Poliomyelitis / PPRP. Spina bifida and hydrocephalus. Nutritional disorders. Mental retardation and Down's syndrome. Congenital Syndromes and Chromosomal abnormalities. Specific learning disabilities. Perverse Developmental Disorder. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Behaviour disorders. Visual / auditory loss. Speech and communication disorder. Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome in paediatrics. Seizure disorders. Haemophillia. Arthrogryphosis and other congenital orthopaedic disorders. Early intervention for congenital neurological disorders (high risk infants). Occupational Therapy in Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Intervention in learning disabilities. Autism Spectrum disorders. Behavior management in paediatrics. Amputations and UE congenital anomalies. Paediatric splinting and adaptive devices (including seating devices, adaptations for feeding, mobility and ambulatory devices); Indication and use of splint for correction of disabilities. Overview of models, Frames of reference and guidelines in the assessments and treatment of various C & A conditions such as Autism, conduct disorders depression, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Learning disabilities, Juvenile Delinquencies, Psychotic disorders and many others.

Major models of practice in occupational therapy that guide practice. Exploration of how theory supports these models as guides to evaluation and intervention decisions. Occupational therapy theory development. Importance of theory in clinical decision making. Developing a strong occupational therapy professional identity. Theoretical perspectives commonly used in occupational therapy practice with a focus on the occupation-based models. Comparison and contrast of theoretical perspectives and their application to occupational therapy assessment and treatment planning for clients with a variety of occupational needs. Knowledge and skills necessary for the assessments of patients leading to identification of occupational dysfunction. Theory and techniques for measuring physical and physiological entities such as vital signs, strength, muscle tone, joint range of motion, respiratory capacity, circulatory status, pain, balance, posture, gait, and coordination. Importance of precision of measurement, elimination of errors in testing, validity and reliability, and accurate documentation. Critical review of models and outcome measures used by Occupational therapists with a focus on reliability, validity, specificity and sensitivity of the tests. The educational experiences in this course will be designed to progress from normal to pathological across the spectra of age, gender, and race. The relevance and application of functional outcome research in clinical practice will be discussed. The process and principle of producing and keeping records of OT referral, assessment, intervention, and outcomes will be discussed.

An overview of the anatomy of the eye and orbit. Structure of the orbit, eye lids, lachrymal apparatus, conjunctiva, sclera, cornea, anterior chamber iris, posterior chamber, lens, ciliary body and extra ocular muscles.

The structure of the vitreous, choroid and retina. Nerve and blood supplies to the eye and orbit. Embryology and development of the eye. Laboratory work is included.

Prepared slides of various section of the eye. Identification of bones and sutures, fossi of the orbits and Cranium. Dissection of Bovine eye.

Introduction to genetics. Mendelian genetics. Linkage and mapping. Nucleic acids. Replication and mutation in relation to ocular structures. The genetic code and protein synthesis as related to the eye and vision. Genetic engineering. Gene regulation in bacteria and viruses. Implications for human health conditions and diseases are reviewed. Inherited diseases; their pattern and control.

Scope of microbiology, historical approach to infections and its control, classifications and nomenclature of microorganisms. Introduction to the microbial world, introduction to bacteriology, mycology, virology and parasitology (the protozoans); disinfection and sterilization; natural and acquired resistance to infection; determination of innate immunity; deep/superficial tissue infections; fungal infections: deep and systemic mycosis, perichondral/cartilaginous/osseous infections; hospital associated infections. Microscopy; growth and nutrition of bacteria. Classification of bacteria (Gram-positive and Gram-negative). Characteristics and structure of bacteria. Normal flora and microbiota of the human eye. The microscopic culture and sensitivity tests for microorganisms (bacteria) implicated in ocular infections. Characteristics of viruses and fungi that infect the eye. Host-parasite relationship; chemotherapeutic agents – the effect of antibiotics, antiviral and antifungal preparations on bacteria, viruses and fungi. 400 Level

Detailed function of central nervous system and its relationship with ocular structures and vision. Neurophysiology of retina; physiology and functions of the supraretinal system; ganglion cell, optic nerve, lateral geniculate body, visual cortex, forebrain, superior colliculus, pre-tectal and tectal regions, cerebellum, vestibular system, inferior co1liculus. Brodmann and the 'V' classifications of the brain. Functional mappings in the brain like colour, memory and many others. Electroretinogram (ERG); electrophysiology of the visual system: Centre-Surrond configuration; transient and sustained cells, X,Y,W categories; Boycott and Dowling Schema; pre-colliculus and superior Colliculus features; Tectal Oculomotor control; Lateral geniculate physiology; striate and pre-striate cortex (in cat and monkey); Visual input to parietal and temporal lobes; the limbic system and prefrontal cortex; effects of cortical and tectal lesions and eye movements; Clinical implications of visual evoked potential (VER) and Electroretinogram (ERG).

Diseases of the iris, ciliary body, lens, choroid, glaucoma, vitreous; retina and optic nerve disorders: Their sign and symptoms, clinical presentations, pathophysiology, detection, diagnosis and management. Differential diagnosis and management of posterior segment disorders. Oculo- systemic diseases. Ocular emergencies. Clinical demonstration is included.