Medical Sciences - University of the West Indies

FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
Course Description:
CT60A, B,C: Cultural therapy
The program of Cultural Therapy consists of five
broad areas: Ethno historical large group meetings;
Centring Exercises; Psychohistoriographic Analysis;
Collective poetry, play and musical writing/creation;
Evaluation.
CT61A: Educational Pedagogy
This course is designed to equip students with a
basic understanding of the theory behind teaching
and learning. Emphasis will be made on the role of
education as a tool for social change. Areas emphasized
include planning for instruction, instructional
strategies and evaluation and assessment of student
learning. Classroom management strategies
will also be addressed. The technology aspect of
the course will include word processing, presentations,
record keeping, and computer-aided instruction
(CAI).
CT66A: Rehabilitation Management
Students in this course will examine the practical
aspects of nursing, physiotherapy and occupational
therapy that relate to Cultural Therapy. The course
explores human movement and its importance in
motivation, the detection of signs of medical illness,
dealing with elderly, frail or disabled individuals, behaviour
management in rehabilitation, and the assessment
and management of daily living and voca-
tional skills.
CT63A, B, C: Practical Modules
The practical module is designed to expose students
to the Visual and Performing Arts, Music and Dance,
Floral Arrangement and Crafts as well as other activities
deemed appropriate by the course coordinator.
It is expected that students will complete modules
outside of their area of expertise in order to broaden
their skill base.
CT64A/B: Supervised Practicum Experience
After their first or second year in the programme
students will spend their summer attached to sites
where they can receive practical experience in Cultural
Therapy and build upon skills developed during
the year. Students must be under the supervision of
a person working in the field. Students would be required
to spend at least 4 days per week at their site.
Students experiences will vary but should include
opportunities to strengthen key Cultural Therapy
skills, including planning, analysis, writing, organization,
record keeping, teamwork, and problem solving.
In addition, students will be involved in evaluating
the effectiveness of their site by collecting empirical
data. The course will bridge the gap between
academic coursework and the practical knowledge,
skills and emotional challenges that are inherent in
the real world of the helping professional.
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