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ladyhightower Updated 2 hours ago |
San Jose State OT - 285 RepliesI'm assuming I didn't get in, but preparing to improve my packet for next year. I ended up applying on the same date one year later than you Jeff!... |
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Kelly K. Updated 7 hours ago |
How should I go about becoming an OT? - 3 RepliesOnly if you want to do the extra work - it's not necessary and won't necessarily improved your chances of acceptance into the OT program. The most... |
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RED26 |
How much are OTA salaries in South Texas?I was just wondering. I hear alot of different answers to this and I really want to know. Im applying to the OTA program soon and I have already... |
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T Updated 1 day ago |
Easy OT schools to get into - 28 RepliesThe admission process was not bad, just stressful like any other big decision is. Dominican keeps you updated on what they have, need and so... |
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ang Updated 1 day ago |
Dominican University of Calornia Question - 10 Replies[QUOTE who="Amy 321 in Tracy, California"]OT2BE, I have the same question. I'll be attending this Fall. I have heard good and bad things about DU.... |
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Arian Updated 1 day ago |
Careers simular to OT - 5 RepliesI would fight to do another fieldwork since you couldn't pass due to a disability. You need to find a way to accommodate your disability. You may... |
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Arian Updated 1 day ago |
Paying For OT School... - 1 ReplyHow cheaply can you live? For me, if I had a $65,000 salary, I would try to make due on $40,000 of it (including taxes out of this amount). That is... |
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Arian Updated 1 day ago |
Discrimination against male potential OT's? - 1 ReplyVolunteer at a VA hospital. They have a formal volunteering program in place. |
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Marj Updated 1 day ago |
OT vs. RN - 139 RepliesWow, quite a lot of really interesting replies here. I've been a COTA in a hospital both in inpatient rehab and acute for 10 years. I love my... |
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erp11 Updated 2 days ago |
volunteer work? - 22 RepliesI'm a recent graduate of Wake Forest University and am considering going back to school for OT. I was hoping to find somewhere in the area where I... |
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Marie Updated 2 days ago |
The Best and Worst thing about Being an OT - 252 RepliesI am a jr in undergrad school and I'm interested in OT but I see a lot of things saying you have to be creative and think outside the box. What does... |
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Lisa Updated 3 days ago |
I am looking to form a study group or find a study partner for the NBCOT exam! - 18 Replies[QUOTE who="Jane in Pasadena, California"]Looking for a study group for the NBCOT exam or Individual tutor in LA area.[/QUOTE] I am in Grand... |
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jane Updated 4 days ago |
passing the NBCOT exam - 654 Replies[QUOTE who="Viggy69 in NY, New York"]I'm preparing for the Cota Exam for the first time and have been away from the field for a long time -- but I've... |
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still looking Updated 5 days ago |
OTA to OT Route - 54 RepliesThumtac, if you go to www.aota.org it will give you a list of accredited schools. MOT= Masters of Occupational Therapy. It doesn't look like there... |
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sarah Updated 5 days ago |
What is a good undergraduate degree if your going into Occupational Therapy? - 36 Replies[QUOTE who="OTdude in Piscataway, New Jersey"]Wow, I admire your positivity and confidence. However, before you preach you should first work as an OT... |
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busy Updated 6 days ago |
I'm torn between becoming a Speech Language Pathologist or Occupational Therapist? - 197 RepliesYes, an SLP can make a huge difference in speech skills. I've taken a preschool from severe to normal articulation within one school year, because... |
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W. Updated 6 days ago |
DEBT DEBT DEBT! - 2 RepliesLadyhightower, that was very nicely said. The only thing i would disagree on: I would say that it would take a typical OT more than 10 years to pay... |
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ladyhightower Updated 6 days ago |
SJSU Fall 2012 - 3 RepliesThe latest we will hear back is April, and in Jan. they were out of the office till the third week. I also just got the reply that my application is... |
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Barry Updated 7 days ago |
Show me the money... - 37 RepliesI've been a home health therapist in Colorado for just under a year. What hourly per diem rate can I expect in San Francisco? |
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The scoop on the truth Updated 9 days ago |
Both an OT and PT? - 7 RepliesI don't know what happened in your career, Michael, that made you decide to leave O.T., but I'm glad you did. What you're saying about O.T. to... |
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Sophia in Albuquerque, New Mexico Updated 13 days ago |
working during OT school - 2 RepliesAny OTs out there that worked part-time during their program or current students who are working? So many people have advised me not to work and say... |
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siot2012 |
Need help with how to include statatistics in college project.Hello, I am creating college project where I have to use statistics to find improvement. It is a very basic project but since statistics isn't... |
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ot app in Irvine, California Updated 17 days ago |
Occupational therapy master's program - 484 RepliesI graduated from college with a Diploma in Psychology and am really interested in getting into a master's program. However while I was in college I... |
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alex in Levittown, New York Updated 18 days ago |
York College OT program bs/ms - 3 RepliesHas anyone went to this school, or applied? what is the info about this schools, any reviews? It seems like some unknown school with OT program |
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alex Updated 18 days ago |
OT as a guy / Guy OTs - 15 RepliesHello,i have put my fist application to OT school. I was wondering if me being male would give me an advantage over the rest of the applicants? I... |
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ginaw623 in Westerville, Ohio |
Working more than one job for extra $$Are there many OTs who work 2 jobs? I've heard that some OTs work full-time, salaried positions during the week and pick up some extra contract work... |
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R. in Northridge, California Updated 19 days ago |
Getting through OT School - 3 RepliesI am planning on beginning an MOT program in the fall and nervous about it. Everyone is advising me not to work part-time and that I will fail out... |
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Fabrizio1981 in Howard Beach, New York Updated 19 days ago |
Career Change to OT - 4 RepliesHi everyone - I am 30 yrs old and have been working as a web developer since college {bachelor of science in marketing} but I am looking to switch... |
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Lisa in Hollywood, Florida Updated 20 days ago |
OT burnout - 314 RepliesAny OT's experiencing burnout? Does anyone know of any job alternatives outside of clinic/hospital settings? |
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ayeezha in Memphis, Tennessee Updated 20 days ago |
inquiry/dilemma: starting salary for foreign-trained occupational therapist in the US. - 30 Replieshello fellow occupational therapist. i graduated from the philippines and i would like to ask what is the minimum salary of entry level occupational... |
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future california OT in Saint Louis, Missouri |
Level II fieldwork in San Francisco CAI have been having difficulty finding a Fieldwork site in SF. My fieldwork supervisor has not been very proactive! My rotation starts April and goes... |
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OT2BE in Westerville, Ohio Updated 21 days ago |
Is the debt to become an OT worth it? - 3 RepliesIs OT worth 100K in debt? Will I be making enough money to pay all the loan payments? UGH! |
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antonia11 in Santa Clarita, California Updated 23 days ago |
OT Volunteer opportunities in Los Angeles area? - 1 ReplyI am a prospective OT student in need of OT experience. I have contacted a few hospitals around la with no success, as well as some other... |
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gypsyrose in Waco, Texas Updated 23 days ago |
Productivity pressures - 3 RepliesThis is a discussion for practicing OTs & COTAs. Please don't bash this post because it has negative issues related to OT. I want to know how the... |
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OTFutureStudent in El Dorado Hills, California |
OT Abroad after GraduatingI've got a few years to get into OT school after receiving my BA in Anthropology (conc. Sociocultural) with a high GPA from UC San Diego. I'm... |
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OTFutureStudent in El Dorado Hills, California |
OT Abroad after GraduatingI've got a few years to get into OT school after receiving my BA in Anthropology (conc. Sociocultural) with a high GPA from UC San Diego. I'm... |
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Rohan in Toronto, Ontario Updated 24 days ago |
Got an extra TherapyEd NBCOT Study Guide and Review Book - 3 RepliesI bought the TherapyED book before my program arranged for TherapyED to come in and give us a review course and me another book. Willing to sell it... |
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acscls123 in Aberdeen, North Carolina |
JOBSWhat is the job market like in this field? Is it as bad as RN's? What is the best in NC? |
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Prncsz in Pensacola, Florida Updated 27 days ago |
Paying For Grad School (Occupational Therapy) - 28 RepliesHey, Im a senior and looking into going to grad school for occupational therapy. I have heard that there are a lot of companies and organizations... |
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OT in Colton, California |
changes to NBCOTDoes anyone know the changes that NBCOT is making to the exam and when they will take effect? Thanks |
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OT in Colton, California Updated 28 days ago |
Lets Talk about Pay in Los Angeles...Please lets be serious here! - 9 RepliesI have a BIG Dillema. I'm currently an OTS at a highly ranked, highly respected occupational therapy school. I love how the program is going and... |
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Gina in Westerville, Ohio Updated 29 days ago |
Picking the right school - 3 RepliesHi. I have applied to and been accepted into the OT program at D'Youville College in Buffalo, NY. Has anyone gone here? Classes start on the 23rd... |
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Gina in Westerville, Ohio Updated 29 days ago |
How is OT Program at university of buffalo suny? - 4 RepliesI know someone is thinking of applying to their five years BS&MS OT program. If anyone goes there too, can you give my friends some suggestions?... |
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Gina in Westerville, Ohio Updated 29 days ago |
Any students or OTs in Western NY/Buffalo? - 3 RepliesHello. I will be relocating to the Buffalo area to start OT school soon. I am choosing between D'Youville and SUNY Buffalo. Problem with SUNY... |
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OTDUDe in Brooklyn, New York Updated 29 days ago |
Is SUNY Downstate competitve to get into? - 9 RepliesI'm looking into applying for Suny Downstate Medical Center, so I was wondering if anyone knows if this school is competitive, and what are they... |
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ang23 in Union City, California Updated 29 days ago |
occupational therapist - 55 RepliesHi there, I am looking to go back to school to get a master's in OT and I was wondering if anyone had input on cheap grad programs. If you're on a... |
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siot2012 in Pleasanton, California |
How to use statistics in college project work (Control & Experimental Group)Hi, I need some help to design my project work in a Rehab setting. I am trying to do a project work titled " Role of Traditional and... |
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Gina in Westerville, Ohio |
Starting a private practiceHas anybody on here started or trying to start an OT practice? After OT school I plan on working for a few years to gain experience and then I... |
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OT in Colton, California |
Leisure ActivitiesHey all! For one my classes I get to teach my classmates a leisure activity! Anyone have any fun and creative ideas? I was thinking jewelry making... |
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cds in Modesto, California Updated 1 month ago |
OT in acute care hospital setting - 24 RepliesI'm a new grad and have been working in acute care hospital as an OT for about 1 year. I've become increasingly frustrated with this setting, and OT... |
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