Occupational and Activity Analysis

Occupational and Activity Analysis, 3rd Edition, by Heather Thomas, is an academic textbook that outlines the foundational process of conducting occupational and activity analyses. The text provides structured guidance tailored to occupational therapy students and practicing clinicians.

The core content reflects the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process, Fourth Edition (OTPF-4). Within this framework, the text examines how personal and environmental contexts directly influence client participation in daily occupations and activities.

This third edition integrates updated educational standards set by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). These standards cover doctoral, master's level, and occupational therapy assistant programs, establishing clear educational criteria across academic levels.