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Jessica Lago

COTA
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Bloomfield, New Jersey
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Ryley Jul 27, 2023 4119 views

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...

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AnnMarie Jun 09, 2023 1486 views

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.

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Rovhic May 10, 2023 1641 views

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...

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Grace Aug 29, 2024 2948 views

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.

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Reyna Apr 01, 2025 782 views

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.

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Sophia Apr 04, 2025 595 views

How to pick your specialty as an OT?

I am will be a 1st year undergraduate OT student who plans to get my Masters degree as an OT.

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Sofia Nov 17, 2025 430 views

What is the hardest challenge mentally a therapist has to face in Pediatric Occupational Therapy?

I am a senior in High School who wants to pursue Pediatric OT. I see a lot of pros about the career but being aware of the cons is also crucial.

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Karina Nov 21, 2025 489 views

What is it REALLY like to be a pediatric occupational therapist? Would it be useful to major in behavioral sciences with a child life focus if I want to become a pediatric occupational therapist?

What is it REALLY like to be a pediatric occupational therapist? Would it be useful to major in behavioral sciences with a child life focus if I want to become a pediatric occupational therapist?

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Erin Nov 25, 2025 861 views

What are good study techniques for someone who is majoring in a health profession specifically occupational therapy and what are the good and bad things about this field?

High school senior

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mamouna Apr 30, 2025 1435 views

How do I learn to trust myself?

I want to be an Occupational therapist for kids specifically . I feel in my heart that this is what I am meant to do, but how do I know I am making the right decision? I've taken prereqs required for grad programs and I didn't do the best in them. I am also first gen and I have had little to no...

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Madelynn Apr 29, 2025 1034 views

What skills or qualities are most important for someone working in pediatric occupational therapy?

I am currently a high school senior wanting to pursue pediatric occupational therapy in the future. I love working with children and I fell in love with the idea of getting to help kids live there best like through occupational therapy. I would love to know any tips for someone like me wanting...

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Grace Nov 25, 2025 342 views

What type of careers can I focus on with Public Health as my major and how many years would I need to become an occupational therapist Is it very difficult? ?

What type of careers can I focus on with Public Health as my major and how many years would I need to become an occupational therapist? Is it very difficult?

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Donovan Jan 17, 2018 17196 views

What is the best study habit to have for any class?

The reason why because I don't have a consistent study habit.#study-tips #studying #academic-advising #time-management #study-skills

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Tu 22 hours ago 358 views

How do you apply for college and get a scholarship?

What can I do to have a higher chance to get a scholarship and also to get into a college I really want to get in? How what are some of the biggest problem in applying for college?

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Joseph yesterday 700 views

how do i use careerVillage

I need help with my career because i wanna learn new things for my future and im new to the careerVillage app. Any tips would help and i can learn new things

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Megan Apr 27, 2025 1593 views

What is your thoughts on becoming an Occupational Therapist Assistant or an Occupational Therapist.?

2 years of schooling compared to 6 years with a master's degree and student debt.

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Xyza Kayne Apr 30, 2025 1348 views

I am currently a freshman in high school and I am looking to apply for a part-time job, what are some things I need to take into consideration before?

I am a freshman in high school with no work experience.

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mariah Aug 18, 2025 1453 views

how many years do i have to go to college to be a nurse?

Will i have to be in coolage for more than 3 years

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chloe Nov 19, 2025 324 views

How to balance work, relationships, and school while in college?

I am an incoming nurse major and want to know some tips for balancing everything and preventing burnout

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Abram Apr 24, 2025 697 views

How do you just, go for it Do things really get easier after taking that first step?

I'm currently at a point in my life where my hands are the only ones on the steering wheel without any supervision whatsoever, I'm scared that I might mess things up.

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JASMINE Sep 13, 2025 1437 views

How to stay motivated in school ?

can you help me i really needed it pls give me atleast 5 sentence please if you answer it thankyou so much you might help me.

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Chantel Nov 03, 2025 948 views

What has been your most successful study tips?

What was your most successful study habits that helped you pass classes with good or great grades? Especially with nursing prerequisites!

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Shea Jan 04 1278 views

How do I become a pediatric OT?

I’m a current junior in HS and interning every week with a pediatric OT in an elementary school and absolutely love it! What steps should I take to peruse a career as a pediatric OT?

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Sadie Nov 22, 2025 296 views

How important is college gpa?

How important is college gpa? If I double major and take challenging classes, does it matter if I get a 4.0 vs and 3.0 for future job opportunities? Is experience more important?

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Santino 22 hours ago 696 views

How can you make dialogue interesting?

I am a junior in high school and have dabbled in writing stories, but a main problem I come across is making good, realistic conversations, or even small talk.

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Emma Nov 19, 2025 177 views

How do I know if I will understand what I am meant to learn for a job?

How am I supposed to know what to do to help kids in Occupational Therapy?

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Xianghao yesterday 858 views

what do i do to get into the right college?

college wise

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Eve Nov 21, 2025 484 views

If I hope to become an Occupational Therapist, is it worth paying for a top school in my undergrad, or should I keep my debt low before grad school? #fall25

I am a high school senior planning to major in psychology before attending Occupational Therapy school. When choosing a college for my undergraduate degree, is it more important that I attend a school with the strongest reputation and research opportunities in psychology, or one where I can...

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Kendall Nov 30, 2025 648 views

What Bachelor's degree would best prepare me for an Occupational Therapy Master's program ? #Fall25

I am leaning towards Exercise Science so I can learn how the body works. I loved working with an exceptional education student at the elementary school I was tutoring and how occupational therapy helped him. My plan is to choose wisely a major that supports the Occupational Therapist I want to be!

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Jiajun 22 hours ago 376 views

What are some methods to improve time management?

I am having trouble organizing my time efficiently and I want to improve on it so I can be less stressed on work, and it will be helpful for the future.