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St. Catherine University

Henrietta Schmoll School of Health
Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
Student Name:

Brandy Dickson

PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIORS
The following are behaviors, attributes, or characteristics that are not explicitly part of a professions core knowledge and
technical skills, but nevertheless are required for success in that profession. The Occupational Therapy Assistant Program has
adapted ten goal areas of abilities and behaviors related to professionalism that were developed by the faculty of the Physical
Therapy program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
The quality of professional behavior expected of OTA students is exemplified in the following goal areas:

1.
2.
3.
4.

commitment to learning
interpersonal skills
communication skills
effective use of time and
resources
5. use of constructive feedback

6. problem solving
7. professionalism
8. responsibility
9. critical thinking
10.
stress
management

Purpose:
Mastery of these behaviors along with acquisition of the program competencies supports the ability of the student to:
generalize from one context to another
integrate information from different sources
apply knowledge and skills in the practice setting
synthesize cognitive, affective and psychomotor behaviors
interact effectively with clients, families, the community and other professionals
Organize and maintain professional records

Rating Scale
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0 = Unsatisfactory: The student does not demonstrate competence in this area; it cannot be observed by others.
1 = Needs Improvement: The student is beginning to demonstrate some competence but needs to improve in quality,
quantity and consistency; the behavior may be infrequently demonstrated, is only partially developed, or may disappear
when challenged.
2 = Satisfactory: The student is demonstrating acceptable mastery level of competence in this area; the behavior is
typically shown.
3 = Entry Level Competence: The student consistently demonstrates competence and excels in the professional behavior
area; the behavior would be demonstrated by a student ready to go into fieldwork or entry level practice.
Rate each general area; in some areas you may prefer to rate each item.

1. COMMITMENT TO LEARNING
Examples may include but are not
limited to:

*Demonstrates a positive attitude toward

learning
*Prioritizes information needs
*Sets personal and professional goals
*Welcomes and or seeks new learning
opportunities
*Identifies own learning needs

2. EFFECTIVE USE OF TIME AND

RESOURCES
Examples may include but are not
limited to:
*Uses existing resources effectively
*Uses unscheduled time efficiently during
labs, group meetings, PBL sessions, etc.
*Sets up own schedule and coordinates with

OSOT
3250
Group
Dynam
ics

OSOT
1300
TA I

OSOT
2400
PMPI I

OSOT
2410
PMPI
II

I keep a positive attitude toward learning. I set personal

and progessional goals. I need to work on seeking new
learning opportunities. I can identify my own learning
needs.

OSOT
3250
Group
Dynam
ics

COMMENTS

OSOT
1300
TA I

OSOT
2400
PMPI I

OSOT
2410
PMPI
II

COMMENTS

I use resources given to me. I use my time efficiently during

labs and group meetings. I plan ahead with all assignments as
well as work well with coordinating with others. I do need to
work on performing multiple tasks.

others as appropriate

*Plans ahead
*Performs multiple tasks

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3. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
Examples may include but are not
limited to:

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3250
Group
Dynami
cs

*Respects cultural and personal differences of

others
*Demonstrates honesty, compassion, courage
and continuous regard for all
*Establishes trust; motivates others to
achieve
*Appropriately manages conflict (i.e.
approaches others to discuss differences in
opinion)

4. COMMUNICATION SKILLS

OSOT
3250
Group

Examples may include but are not

limited to:

OSOT
1300
TA I

OSOT
2400
PMPI I

OSOT
2410
PMPI
II

COMMENTS

I respect all differences of opinions and cultural diversities. I

enjoy motivating others to succeed in life.

OSOT
1300
TA I

OSOT
2400
PMPI I

OSOT
2410
PMPI
II

COMMENTS

OSOT
1300
TA I

OSOT
2400
PMPI I

OSOT
2410
PMPI
II

COMMENTS

Dynam
ics

2
*Follows the OTA Grading Criteria for Written
Work in the Student Handbook (i.e. correct
grammar, accurate spelling, and legible
writing)
*Demonstrates active listening; restates,
reflects, and clarifies messages
*Recognizes impact of non-verbal
communication, and modifies accordingly
*Presents verbal or written message with
logical organization and sequencing
*Modifies communication to meet the needs
of different audiences
*Communicates with others in a respectful
manner

5. PROFESSIONALISM

Examples may include but are not

limited to:

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3250
Group
Dynam

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2
*Abides by St. Catherine Universitys Code of
Conduct
*Demonstrates an awareness of St. Catherine
Universitys Academic Integrity Policy (i.e.
avoids plagiarism, completes own work)
*Abides by facility policies and procedures
during fieldwork experiences
*Projects a professional image (i.e.
appropriate dress in labs, and appropriate
verbal and written communication
[netiquette])
*Demonstrates flexibility with out of the
ordinary situations (i.e. changes in
schedules)

6. USE OF CONSTRUCTIVE
FEEDBACK

Examples may include but are not

limited to:

OSOT
3250
Group
Dynam
ics

OSOT
1300
TA I

OSOT
2400
PMPI I

OSOT
2410
PMPI
II

I keep a positive attitude toward feedback as well as seek

feedback and help. I critique my own work constantly.

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*Demonstrates a positive attitude toward
feedback
*Actively seeks feedback and help
*Critiques and assesses own performance
accurately
*Develops plan of action in response to
feedback

7. PROBLEM SOLVING
Examples may include but are not
limited to:

OSOT
3250
Group
Dynami
cs

COMMENTS

OSOT
1300
TA I

OSOT
2400
PMPI I

OSOT
2410
PMPI
II

COMMENTS

I could work on reassessing solutions. I prioritize my problems

well, and use the resources. I consider consequences of
possible solutions.

*Recognizes problems and states problems

clearly
*Prioritizes problems
*Identifies resources needed to develop
solutions

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*Begins to examine multiple solutions to
problems and uses current research
*Considers consequences of possible solutions
*Implements solutions and accepts
responsibility
*Re-assesses solutions

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8. CRITICAL THINKING
Examples may include but are not
limited to:

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3250
Group
Dynami
cs

OSOT
1300
TA I

OSOT
2400
PMPI I

OSOT
2410
PMPI
II

I offer my own thoughts and ideas while asking questions that

are relevant. I do need to work on considering all available
information.

*Offers own thoughts and ideas including

asking relevant questions
*Considers all available information
*Formulates new ideas and seeks alternative
ideas
*Exhibits openness to contradictory ideas
*Applies new information and re-evaluates
performance

9. RESPONSIBILITY
Examples may include but are not
limited to:

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3250
1300
Group
TA I
Dynamic
s

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2400
PMPI I

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2410
PMPI
II

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3250
1300
Group
TA I
Dynamic
s

*Recognizes own stressors or problems

Examples may include but are not

limited to:

COMMENTS
I turn in all assignments on time, I accept responsibility for all
my actions and outcomes. I always follow through with
agreements.

*Demonstrates dependability (i.e. completes

assignments in a timely fashion, follows
through with agreements)
*Demonstrates punctuality (i.e. on time for
labs)
*Recognizes own limits
*Accepts responsibility for actions and
outcomes
*Offers and accepts help
*Completes tasks without prompting

10. STRESS MANAGEMENT

COMMENTS

OSOT
2400
PMPI I

OSOT
2410
PMPI
II

COMMENTS
I stress all the time over everything.

*Recognizes distress or problems in others

*Seeks assistance as needed
*Demonstrates appropriate responses during

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times of stress or stressful situations
*Establishes outlets to cope with stressors
*Maintains balance between professional and
personal life (i.e. prioritizes commitments)

Professional Behavior Advisor Name:

Semester 1 (Group Dynamics with Student Self-Assessment completed)
Date of Meeting: 8/9/16
Background Check (scanned)

HIPPA Certificate (scanned)

Immunizations (scanned)

AOTA Membership (scanned)

State Association
Membership (scanned)

Student
I am a visual learner, I do work in a timely manner, although I do stress often and need to work on stress
reflection management. The professional behavior assignment is a great tool to use in getting students where they need to
statement be on a professional level to become OTAs. I prioritize my goal areas by what I want to achieve and how I plan to
achieve it. Maximizing my goal achievement I would put all my effort into that goal and not stop until I reach it. All
goals should be made reachable and reasonable. I believe I mainly need to work on stress management and
critical thinking.
Goal
area(s)

1. I plan to find what stresses me and find a healthy way of coping with stress in the next 3 weeks.
2. Work on critical thinking skills and how to better my work using these skills in the next few weeks.

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1. I will implement a new way to cope with stress two-three times a week. Going to the park and taking an hour to
myself.
2. I will turn in all assignments by Saturday three weeks out of the semester to have Sunday to myself to relax and
cope with stress.

Semester 2 (TA-I)
Date of Meeting:

CPR (scanned)

Student
reflection
statemen
t

Goal
area(s)

Measura
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ble goals
(2)

Semester 3 (PMPI-II)
Date of Meeting:

Fieldwork Record Form with Level I Information

Level I Assessments - Aging and Developmental Sites
(scanned)
Leadership Logo and Statement
Resume

Student
reflection
statemen
t

Goal
area(s)

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Measura
ble goals
(2)

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Semester 4 (end of first Level II fdwk)

Date of Meeting:
Front Page of Level II FWPE from fall fieldwork
(scanned)
Fieldwork Record Form Updated with the First Level
II FW

Student
reflection
statemen
t

Goal
area(s)

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Measura
ble goals
(2)

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