Career questions tagged occupational-therapy
How do I go about pursuing pediatrics occupational therapy as someone who is a political science major? Is it unheard of, given that I am not a stem major?
I am currently a political science major which I love very much, but I have always wanted to engage in some form of care. I know to work on prerequisites and shadowing hours for OT school, but i am worried my background may not be good for the career choice.
Is Occupation therapy for me?
What Job or Occupation should I go into if I enjoy kids and love helping people. I was thinking Pediatric Occupational Therapy or some type of job where I can help people. Is there something else that I would be interested in? Is there any other careers like the ones I listed? Thank you so much! (Oh I also dislike needles :)
Major to become a occupational therapist?
Can I get my bachelors degree in business and go on to the next two years in an occupational therapist program?
can occupational therapists work with babies?
Babies often bring me such joy and as I am about to go to college and am interested in this field I was wondering if or how I can work with them?
How can I make the most Money as an occupational therapist?
Im a senior in hs right now but this job has caught my eye for my future but the ratio of the amount of schooling (6 years) to their pay is scaring me because that's a lot of money in school alone. I was wondering if its worth it and what can I do to make sure I make the most money I can in this area of study?
What college in Florida is the best to attend for pediatric occupational therapy ?
I really like working with children and wanted to get an idea of that field before going to college for it.
How to be successful at level II fieldwork in an outpatient setting?
I start level II fieldwork this summer and have not been exposed to outpatient settings before. I hope to learn more about the inner workings of this setting and expectations for students.
Why did you become a pediatric occupational therapist?
Hello! My name is Alyssa and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in the Pediatric Occupational Therapy field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of 13 questions. Comment on this post, answering all 13 questions to be apart of my assignment. 1. What profession did you choose? Why? 2. How many years of college did you need to go through? 3. What jobs did you work before you landed your present professional job? 4. How can I decide if I should earn a Ph.D. in this field? 5. Were you in a college program? (The rest of the questions are in the comments)
How do I start equine ocupational theripy?
Me and my mom were coming up with ideas and This job I am really wanting to go into. I have ideas of helping kids learn with horses by their side. I want to know if there is somthing I should know befor going to collage. Any classes that whould help me get to my job. I have a horse aready. I would also want to kow how much theas types of therapists make. I would have my own bissness or rent out a place.
Hello, my name is Michelle and I am a current high school student. I’m conducting an interview with any Occupational Therapist for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of 13 questions . Please comment on this post, answer all 13 questions, and be apart of my assignment!?
1.Why did you choose the therapy profesión? 2.How many years of college did you need to go through? 3.What jobs did you work before you landed your present professional job? 4. How can I decide if I should earn a Ph.D. in this field? 5. Were you in a college program? 6. Did you have to pivot and go back to school at a later date? 7. Did you shadow another professional in the field? 8. Did you join any school clubs related to your current profession? 9. Was there a particular subject you struggled with during your school years? 10. What skill sets did you learn or gain while pursuing your career? 11. Characteristics you need to have? 12. Work place values? 13. Have you ever thought of changing careers while pursuing OT?
1) How many clients/patients do you have to work with as an OT?
Hello! My name is Rovhic and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in the Occupational Therapy field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers. I have a total of 13 questions (Including the one above). 2) Why did you choose this profession? 3) How many years of college did you need to go through? What courses did you need to take? 4) What jobs did you work before you landed your present professional job? 5) How can I decide if I should earn a Ph.D. in this field? 6) What benefits are there that come with becoming an OT? 7) Did you have to pivot and go back to school at a later date? 8) Did you shadow another professional in the field? 9) Did you join any school clubs related to your current profession? Were you in a college program? 10) Was there a particular subject you struggled with during your school years? 11) What skill sets did you learn or gain while pursuing your career? 12) Is it easy for you to balance your work life and your social life? 13) Would you recommend going through any experiences prior to becoming an OT to make the job easier?
what do Occupational Therapists do on a day-to-day basis?
what do Occupational Therapists do on a day-to-day basis? I'm Interested in this occupation but I will like to no more info about it
What are some career options within the medical field that are related to pediatric nursing?
pediatric nursing
How can I be successful when applying to graduate programs for physical therapy?
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