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Is becoming an ABA therapist a good stepping-stone job for someone who wants to eventually become a pediatric OT If so, how would that process work??
My long-term career goal is to become a pediatric OT. I have heard about ABA therapy from my psychology classes, and it interests me a lot, although I'm not sure how or when I would do that before becoming an OT?
I am starting nursing school and I need some advice.
I am a college student. I was in a community college, doing my prerequisites for the nursing degree. I am done with most of them so I transferred to a 4 year college. I have 3 more years and I am done with BSN. I am starting the nursing classes just this fall semester. If you were giving the...
Any Personal statement tips?
Does anyone have clear tips to write a personal statement for both common app and UCAS applications as an aspiring chemical engineer?
What college majors will allow me to keep my options open towards jobs in healthcare?
I am currently a senior in high school; I am completely set that I want to have a job in healthcare in the future. I have been interested in dentistry for a while, specifically dental hygiene, though I also want to make more options available for myself in the field because my mind can always...
How to get a full ride scholarship as a regular high school student I just don't want to be in debt ?
Just trying to understand now so I won't be struggling later .
As a professional, What are your go-to systems in tracking projects or staying organized?
Eventhough, I'm on my last year of uni..It is better to start early adapting and benchmarking important practices for my career. Please include apps or practices you used like every friday, you implement strategic meetings with yourself....etc..
How do you stay motivated until the end, through the ups and downs? Nursing school is hard. Is there ever a point where you feel like the sacrifices aren't worth it or won't pay off in the end? #Spring25
After years of different medical programs, I've finally been accepted into an ABSN program. Now, with restricted financing and funding, having to step back from work and time with my family, I wonder if my dream of becoming a nurse is worth the sacrifices, blood, sweat, and tears.
How can a high schooler get clinical experience ?
How should I contacting doctors/clinics I'm unfamiliar with for a shadowing opportunity, volunteering, etc. Are there any other ways I can get experience? Hospitals and clinics in my area don't usually allow high school shadowing, volunteering at hospitals is also hard to get because of the...
Tips/advice for high school student wanting to pursue engineering?
I’ve always had an interest in science and have decided I want to go into engineering in college, specifically majoring in MechE. As someone who is taking a year ahead my grade in math but is not specifically very good nor bad at it, is it unrealistic for me to want to pursue engineering? I can...
What careers are becoming less relevant because of AI?
And if your own field is shifting, how are you adapting? We are watching AI slowly reshaping industries, automating routine jobs, transforming how we work, and challenging long-held career paths. But that leads to a bigger question... What career paths should the next generation focus on if...
Should I go to the same school as my friends to stick together because I love them, or pick a different school that feels right for me, even if it means starting fresh ?
I am a senior and I have dream of either going to LSU or University of Arkansas. However, a lot of people from my school go to LATECH or ULM and I want to stay with my friends who mean a lot to me but I don't know if I want to go there. Also, I could probably go to LATECH on a full ride...
How important are clubs/extracurricular activities in comparison to coursework or internships??
Does joining clubs or extracurricular activities during your years as an undergraduate significantly impact your resume or chances at graduate school or is it better to keep that to a minimum and focus on getting work experience and taking a rigorous course load?? # #college #grad-school...
What does an Occupational Therapist's average day look like?
I would like to confirm that every day is not going to be the same because I do not want to have career where every day is the exact same. I want each day to have it is own experiences.
#OT
#occupational-therapy
Which college majors are best for people aspiring to become occupational therapists?
I'm looking into majors such as human development, neuroscience, psychology, and biology. Are there other majors I should consider? Thanks!
#occupationaltherapy #OT #collegemajors #careeradvice #occupationaltherapist #humandevelopment
What is something you wish you knew before you entered the medical field?
I am planning to be premed in college next year, and I don't know any medical professionals closely. I would appreciate any input on what surprised you about medicine, and what one should be prepared for. Thank you! #stem #women-in-stem #medicine #med #doctor #surgeon #premed #nurse #pa #ot #pt...
What are some other healthcare careers that get over looked?
I would like to be an occupational therapist but I want to be sure that is what I want to do #OT #occupational-therapy
Occupational therapy grad school
I am hoping to get into OT grad school. If I am only looking to major in psych and minor in health sciences, instead of honors specializing in psychology. Will this set me apart from other applicants?
Thank you in advance
#july20 #OT #gradschool
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...
can you work throughout OTA or PTA schooling?
I don't like math and want to be an OTA or a PTA, would this be an issue? I also would like to know if I can work or if it is a very intense program. Please tell me what the difference of a OTA and PTA is. I would prefer to work with kids and helping help out.
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...
What should I do if I go to school for the career I want, pay money, and pursue a career in Occupational Therapy only to find out I cannot handle it mentally and emotionally??
What should I do if I go to school for the career I want, pay money, and pursue a career in Occupational Therapy only to find out I cannot handle it mentally and emotionally?
Is there any way to make school an actual, fun experience?
Not to be super cliche but I'm just going to say it... school sucks. I'm ALWAYS eyeing the clock and just waiting for 3:00, all day, everyday. And I know you're probably all like, "Well, Brandy, you can't just say school sucks and not have a reason WHY!" But I do! I do. The people, the school...
tips for undergrad student
What is one thing that you wish you did better in undergrad school?
Could be anything!
#undergraduateschool #doctors #therapists #business #marketers #analysts #counsellor #teacher #gradschool #july20 #university #medicine #technology #research #academia #jobs #work
Are there any schools that have a merge program from occupational therapy to prosthetic?
Are there any schools that have a merge program from occupational therapy to prosthetic or undergraduate to a master program in prosthetic. #programs #schools #therapy #occupational-therapy #prosthetics
What different fields of work can you do as an occupational therapist?
Grade 12, interested in becoming an occupational therapist. I am looking at colleges now and trying to figure that side of it out. I love working with children and special needs children but am also interested in what else I can do with this degree.
As an Occupational therapist, is it more fulfilling to work with the same patients over a long period of time or traveling to help patients everywhere?
#occupational-therapy #occupationaltherapyassistant #therapy
What would I do as an Occupational Therapy Assistant?
#occupational-therapy #therapy #medicine
If I become an occupational therapist, will I get to choose some of my hours?
#occupational-therapy #therapy
Speech Pathologist vs. Occupational Therapist
I think I am interested in these jobs, however I don't really understand what they do or how it is like to have these jobs. I would like to see which will best fit me. :) #psychology #occupational-therapy #speech-pathology #therapist
Should I look into getting my doctorate degree in order to become an occupational therapist even if I plan on working strictly in hospitals?
Over the past year, I have been hearing numerous opinions about whether to get a doctorate degree in order to become a full time occupational therapist even if I am just planning on working in a hospital. #therapists #career-path
What is the experience as a occupational therapist?
I'm still trying to decide whether my Interest would be in education or occupational therapy. #occupational-therapy
What type of psychology classes are needed to become an Occupational therapist, and how would that knowledge be applied to the job?
I'm interested in Occupational therapy and I have looked up the course requirements. Abnormal psychology was a required class and I'm curious as to why, and if taking other psychology courses would be beneficial. #occupational-therapy
what is occupational therapy really about?
I ask this because i am very interested in becoming and occupational therapy assistant, then and OT. #nurse #physical-therapist #therapy #nursing-education #occupational-therapy #rn
Hello! My name is Emily and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in the behavior therapy field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of some questions that I am curious about in this profession. ?
1. What profession did you choose? Why?
2. How many years of college did you go through?
3. What jobs did you work on before you landed your present professional job?
Do I need to go for my Bachelors or Masters for Occupational Therapy?
I am starting my freshman year of college and I was not given much guidance or really told the difference and how it can help in applying for jobs! #occupational-therapy
What tools and equipment do occupational therapists use?
What tools/ equipment do they use
#tools #equipment #occupational #therapists #occupational-therapy
What is an average day like for an occupation therapist?
One of the careers I'm looking at for the future is Occupational Therapy. To help me decide, I was wondering what an average day at work is like for an occupational therapist. #medicine #science #therapy #occupational-therapy
As an occupational therapist in California, are there options for incorporating the outdoors and nature into OT?
I am currently a COTA. I moved from NY to RI to go back to school for my masters in OT. After I finish my masters degree, I plan on relocating to the west coast, hopefully California. I love the outdoors but in the north east the time to be outside is limited by extreme cold or extreme...
What degree would you need to have to be a teens behavioral therapist?
I am asking this question because everyone keeps telling me that i need a doctorate and others are telling me all i need is a master's degree #therapy #therapist #teenagers #behavior #behavioral-health
#Spring25 What experiences in life led your heart to choose a career in Occupational Therapy?
#Spring25 What experiences in life led your heart to choose a career in Occupational Therapy?
How do I know what job is exactly for me? With psychology, can it be a good idea to start my own business? Additionally, how do I know how much schooling I have to go through or which degrees I need to get?
Personally, I am a high school senior with psychology as my decided major. I have already taken many psychology classes and am very interested in the subject, I am just not sure what exactly I want to do career wise. I am also leaning against getting a PHD.
What jobs related to occupational therapy are available to people with a bachelors in kinesiology?
What kind of jobs related to occupational therapy are available to someone with a kinesiology BS who wants to continue their education and get a graduate degree in OT? I'm currently a sophomore in undergrad, but I'm thinking about what jobs I can get with a KIN degree after I get my bachelors...
What are the most important considerations when developing an interdisciplinary studies program for a pre-health major. ?
I am planning on a career in Occupational Therapy and would like to specialize in pediatrics. However, I am concerned about having too narrow a focus.
How can I make money as a graduate student?
I would like to start paying off my student loans before the payments are due but haven’t had a stable income to be able to set aside for such payments
What are a few good summer jobs for a college undergrad who is eventually looking into becoming a pediatric OT?
I am a college freshman looking for a summer job that doesn't require any prior experience. I am on the pre-OT track and trying to get more experience before entering the healthcare field or working with children in general.
What are the best ways to prepare for a career as an occupational therapist?
I'm interesting in seeing what OTs did to prepare for their careers. Observations? Internships? Research? Volunteering?
#occupationaltherapy #careeradvice #OT #occupational-therapist
Is there many opportunities on the Tampa Bay area for occupational therapy?
Interested in majoring in sports medicine, psychology, or kinesiology.
What would be some tips for somebody who is looking to get into physical therapy?
What should I expect? What classes would be necessary? Is there good money in it? etc
How difficult is it to get accepted into occupational therapy school?
I'm currently in college looking towards becoming a pediatric OT, but wondering how challenging the process will be and how long it usually takes.
How will I know what classes to take when I have not decided my major yet?
I am interested in helping others, so careers like a pediatric nurse or therapist. However, I am having a hard time figuring out what I 100% want to do and study.