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Occupational Therapy

Check out our articles about the OT field, including pre-occupational therapy, occupational therapy school, and profiles of occupational therapists (OTD).

Occupational Therapy

Masters vs Doctorate of Occupational Therapy: What To Know

Occupational therapists (OTs) help people of all ages improve their independence, safety, and function. In ... Read more

Written by: Student Doctor Network

Published on: October 4, 2021

Occupational Therapy

Ten Free Resources For The Rehabilitation Sciences

Once you embark on the journey to excel in the rehabilitation sciences, it is not ... Read more

Written by: Student Doctor Network

Published on: September 8, 2021

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Occupational Therapy

A Day in the Life of a Mental Health Occupational Therapist

Many people assume occupational therapists work in hospitals and nursing facilities along with many other ... Read more

Written by: Brittany Ferri

Published on: November 7, 2019

Occupational Therapy Fieldwork

Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy Clinical Experiences

Occupational therapy is one of many healthcare professions that require clinical exposure before entering the ... Read more

Written by: Brittany Ferri

Published on: October 21, 2019

Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapists: An Overview

What is an Occupational Therapist? The Occupational Therapist (OT) profession grew from the idea that ... Read more

Written by: Brittany Ferri

Published on: October 10, 2019

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Occupational Therapy

What An Occupational Therapist Does

Despite growing knowledge of the field of occupational therapy, there is still much that is ... Read more

Written by: Brittany Ferri

Published on: July 24, 2019

OT observation hours

Occupational Therapy

How To Get OT Observation Hours

Observation hours are not only a requirement of becoming an occupational therapist, but also an ... Read more

Written by: Brittany Ferri

Published on: June 17, 2019

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Occupational Therapy

How Healthcare Policy Affects Your Future Career As An OT

Change in the world of healthcare is not uncommon. From new treatment methods and devices ... Read more

Written by: Brittany Ferri

Published on: November 20, 2018

Occupational Therapy

What Does the Entry-Level OT Doctorate Mean For You?

The educational requirements needed to become an occupational therapist (OT) are continually changing to improve ... Read more

Written by: Brittany Ferri

Published on: November 5, 2018

Occupational Therapy

OT Practice Setting Pros and Cons: School Systems and Psychiatric Facilities

So far in this series, we have covered the main settings of occupational therapy (OT) ... Read more

Written by: Brittany Ferri

Published on: October 24, 2018

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Occupational Therapy

OT Practice Setting Pros and Cons: Outpatient Therapy & Home Health

Challenges and barriers are inevitably present in any job field. The particular obstacles may vary ... Read more

Written by: Brittany Ferri

Published on: September 26, 2018

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Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy Clinical Practice Settings

Occupational therapists assist people across a wide range of ages and functional abilities and are ... Read more

Written by: Caitlin Dobson

Published on: August 30, 2018

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Occupational Therapy

OT Practice Setting Pros and Cons—Inpatient Rehab and Skilled Nursing Facilities

It is typically seen as an advantage of a profession when there are many avenues ... Read more

Written by: Brittany Ferri

Published on: August 22, 2018

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Occupational Therapy School

What Occupational Therapy School is Really Like

Where to Begin? Students seeking a career in occupational therapy may be unsure of where ... Read more

Written by: Caitlin Dobson

Published on: July 3, 2018

Occupational Therapist Q&A

20 Questions: Beth Anderson Gibson, OTR/L, CDRS

Beth Anderson Gibson offers advice for students and gives insight into the field of occupational therapy

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: September 30, 2012

Occupational Therapist Q&A

20 Questions: Melissa Cathcart Thurlow, OTR/L, CHT, MBA

Melissa Cathcart Thurlow shares advice for students and offers insight into the field of occupational therapy

Written by: SDN Staff

Published on: August 12, 2012

Occupational Therapy

20 Questions: Katerina Kucerova, MSOT

Katerina Kucerova shares her perspective on being an occupational therapist and advice for students

Written by: Kathleen Lieu

Published on: July 29, 2012

Occupational Therapist Q&A

20 Questions: Lani Hessen, OTR/L

Lani Hessen shares her perspective on the field of pediatric occupational therapy and advice for students.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: April 29, 2012

Occupational Therapist Q&A

20 Questions: Susan N. Schriber Orloff OTR/L

Susan Schriber Orloff shares her thoughts about the field of Occupational Therapy and advice for students.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: February 5, 2012

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