Master of Occupational Therapy Program - Governors State University

Governors State University
College of Health and Human Services
Occupational Therapy Department
Policy: Clinical Skills Competency Testing Number: OT 306 Page 1 of 1
Effective: Reviewed: 6/11
Supersedes: Revised: 7/21/09
Policy: Policy:
A student must demonstrate competency in those courses where clinical skills are developed.
The process for determining competence must be systematic, objective and fair. The
Occupational Therapy Program procedures below are used to assess clinical competency.
Competency in clinical skills is demonstrated when a student meets the minimal criteria set by
the MOT program. If competency is not attained, departmental procedures below apply. The
student is responsible for demonstrating competence in all areas.
Purpose:
Clinical skills competency testing and practical examination are necessary to ensure the student
is safe and knowledgeable in the application of occupational therapy skills.
Procedure:
1.0 The following procedures to determine competency and safety in the performance of
clinical skills are followed in all courses that cover clinical skills which are tested via
practical examination.
1.1 The student is given written guidelines that describe the specific skills to be
mastered and the criteria upon which their performance will be evaluated.
1.1.1 Demonstration and lecture by the instructor follows.
1.2 The students practice in the laboratory and evaluate their own performance
and the performances of their peers.
1.3 The instructor observes and corrects the students to
assure proper performance of the skill being learned.
1.3.1 The students are encouraged to continue to practice basic skills even
after they have demonstrated for the instructors.
1.3.2 Formative evaluations can be formally conducted at this time.
1.3.2.1 The instructor can assess the student at any time.
1.4 During the practical examination the evaluative criteria initially given to the
students are used.