Prof. (Chairperson)

New needs in the field of health sciences and social welfare expectoccupational therapists to respond rapidly to dramatic changes in oursocial environment. Therefore, our school staffs assist students not only to learn professional knowledge but also to provide whole hearted service to the local community.

Curriculum of education in the department of occupational therapy iscomposed of main two parts: basic science and clinical practices, which follow the conclusion of the general education.

Basic Sciences of Occupational Therapy

Basic science of occupational therapy covers knowledge on understanding disability and on aidingdevelopmental, neurological,psychiatric patients and the elderly members of society.

Clinical Practice of Occupational Therapy

Clinical practice focuses on knowledge essential for assessment and treatment in patients. This area of study includes advanced clinical experiences in disabled patients and decision-making regarding therapy for each patient. Students have the opportunity to learn many methods of practice in order to provide care and skills in clinical practice.

The full time staffs of the Department of Occupational Therapy includes four professors, one associate professors, three assistant professors and three lecturers. All staffs not only teach, but also conduct researchs on following subjects.

●basic and clinical research on cognitive disorders

●psycho-physiological approach to cognitive disorders

●movement analysis of disabled patients

●research on occupational performance in disabled patients