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Jessica Lago

COTA
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Bloomfield, New Jersey
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Victoria Oct 30, 2016 982 views

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

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Rebecca Jan 16, 2018 1012 views

Is grad school worth it?

What are the pros and cons of grad school? I'm thinking about majoring in occupational therapy- with that major, how seriously should I be thinking about grad school?
#graduate-school #occupational-therapy

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Debra Dec 27, 2016 1151 views

Will graduate programs will down on taking science prerequisites at a different college than your own, such as community college?

Applying to grad programs. #graduate-school #college-admissions #undergraduate #occupational-therapy #college-recruiting

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Rebecca Jan 16, 2018 1190 views

Will therapy be a good fit for me?

I've had a hard time deciding on a major, and I think I want to be an occupational therapist, but I don't know for sure if that's what's best for me. What qualities should most therapists have?
#therapy #college-major #occupational-therapy

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Katie Sep 28, 2017 2674 views

What tools and equipment do occupational therapists use?

What tools/ equipment do they use
#tools #equipment #occupational #therapists #occupational-therapy

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Sharon Sep 02, 2017 1623 views

If you are interested in studying occupational thearpy as a major, but it is not listed in the majors offered at the school can you study it under another major at the school?

There aren't many schools that I have looked into that offer occupational therapy as its own major and I am starting to question if it is its own major. In addition I was wondering if it could fall into other majors/fields of study in college. #occupational-therapy #college-majors #career...

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Klaryssa Sep 01, 2017 977 views

How can I pay for classes without financial aid, and without taking out a student loan?

I was denied financial aid, and I do not want to take out a student loan until I am accepted into a program. I am aspiring to become an occupational therapy assistant. I need money to finish my last prerequisite classes until I apply. I cannot afford to pay for the classes with all of my bills....

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Elizabeth Sep 01, 2017 897 views

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

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Nicole Sep 01, 2017 1401 views

What are the best study techniques for online classes?

I am attending online classes and this is my first time in college and I'm more of a hands on learner.
#occupational-therapy #e-learning #college #online-learning

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Suly Mar 08, 2017 1723 views

What is the difference between an occupational therapist and a physical therapist?

Im not sure what the difference is. They are similar to me. #healthcare #physical-therapy #occupational-therapy

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Mekenzie Apr 29, 2015 1533 views

Are there pediatric occupational therapists?

I'm a junior in high school, and I am very interested in occupational therapy, but I also want to work with children. #nurse #occupational-therapy #pediatric

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Alana Jan 20, 2015 1401 views

What is a good major for someone wanting to have a career in Occupational Therapy?

I want to know what majors to look into. #college #occupational-therapy

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Brisa Oct 28, 2016 1514 views

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

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Naomi May 18, 2016 1785 views

What makes a good occupational therapist?

I'm looking into occupational therapy as a career and I just want to know if it is the right fit for me. #medicine #occupational-therapy #occupational-health

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Miracle May 18, 2016 3438 views

What is the best major and minor to have if you want to go to graduate school for Occupational therapy.

I am asking because I plan to go to school for Occupational therapy but I have no idea what I should major in and you must obtain a bachelor's degree before you can apply for an occupational therapy program. #college #majors #counselor #college-minor #occupational-therapy #majors-and-minors...

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cheyenne May 13, 2016 2742 views

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

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Daisy May 13, 2016 5499 views

How long does it take to become an occupational therapist?

I am interested in pursuing occupational therapy and the university I was accepted to has one of the best occupational programs in the country. So I would like to know how long it will take to get the degree. #occupational-therapy

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Dariyelle May 12, 2016 1570 views

What is the difference between an occupational therapist and an occupational therapy assistant?

I was told that occupational therapist come up with the plan for the patient while the assistant actually carries out the procedure. Is this true? I really want a hands on career with helping people with disabilities. #doctor #health #doctorate-degree #physical-therapy #occupational-therapy...

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rafael May 12, 2021 1001 views

what course should i take im undecided

hi im rafael. can you help me for what course should i take for my college i dont know what i want #occupational-therapy

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Sumi May 19, 2022 950 views

What would be an ideal career for someone who wants to work with disabled children but has a low patience?

I would love to one day be able to help and communicate with disabled kids, such as a pediatric occupational therapist or something similar, but I tend to loose patience without meaning to. I am afraid that a career path such as pediatric OT is maybe a little too social for someone like me, and...

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Brooklyn Mar 03, 2022 3648 views

What courses should I take in college if I'm undecided between occupational therapy and mental health?

#occupational-therapy #mental-health

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Brooklyn Mar 03, 2022 3030 views

What is the common patient load for an occupational therapist?

How many people would I be helping each day? Would I have to stay extra hours to work with some patients? Would I work with the patients on a daily basis?
#occupational-therapy

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Macey Oct 19, 2021 1262 views

What is it like to be a pediatric occupational therapist?

#occupational-therapy #pediatrics #hospital-and-health-care

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Isaac Aug 31, 2021 875 views

Is it recommend to get a bachelors or associates degree to be an occupational therapy assistant. (COTA)

My question is in relation to the United States specifically Texas.
#occupational-therapy #college #medicine #healthcare

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Isaac Aug 31, 2021 3292 views

What is the difference between physical and occupational therapy

I am a 21 year old male with a degree in Laboratory Science looking into switching career paths into physical or occupational therapy
#occupational-therapy #physical-therapy #medicine

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Anthony Mar 22, 2023 6418 views

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

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Morgan Dec 14, 2022 1574 views

What are some career options within the medical field that are related to pediatric nursing?

pediatric nursing

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Haelyn Jun 29, 2024 2039 views

How can I become an Occupational Therapist?

Can I become an Occupational Therapist with a degree in rehabilitation science?

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Caitlyn Nov 07, 2023 2152 views

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...

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Ryley Jul 27, 2023 832 views

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?

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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.