DEFINITION AND PURPOSE
Occupational Therapy is acknowledged by the medical profession as an essential part of healthcare provision. It is the use of specific selected activities for the distinct purpose of helping people with physical and psychiatric conditions to reach their maximum level of function and independence in all aspects of their daily living or the maintenance of function when complete recovery is not possible. Unlike other types of therapy, occupational therapy takes a holistic approach and deals with the whole person rather than focusing on one problem.
Its aim is to help permanently or temporarily disabled people achieve an appreciable level of self-reliance, self -esteem and self-confidence that will enable them perform their normal functions in the society within the limits of their disability.
Occupational Therapy as a field of study prepares students to work with patients who are injured or disabled, and provide the students with advanced skills and training to formulate the rehabilitation programs and help patients recover. The field of occupational therapy is a growing healthcare field, and students completing occupational therapy degree program can enjoy lucrative and rewarding career opportunities throughout their lifetime.
Our Vision
To be a reference point and pioneer training school of Occupational Therapy in Nigeria and West African Sub-region producing highly qualified professional Therapists distinguished for client centred services and excellence.
Our Mission
We are committed to the training of competent and formidable group of Occupational Therapist to meet the rehabilitation of individuals by a dedicated academic team while ensuring high standard of discipline, excellence, equity and accountability
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