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rerin2run Updated 11 hours ago |
OT Travel Companies - 11 Replies[QUOTE who="OT Student in San Jose, California"]I'm interesed in doing travel OT as well. So to be clear, as a travel OT, you get your hourly pay,... |
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Kay Updated 19 hours ago |
Education for a Degree in Occupational Therapy - 6 RepliesBmel, take a look at the OT curriculum at the schools you are interested in applying to. Most schools have all of the required coursework on their... |
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Creating Purpose Updated 2 days ago |
OT burnout - 353 RepliesAnnie, you say you haven't narrowed down what exactly your role would be . Do you have some possible roles in mind, beside life coach? It is great... |
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curiousPsy Updated 3 days ago |
Occupational Therapist, is it a rewarding career? - 82 Repliesinteresting thread. I am also considering the chance to study Masters in OT at entry level. I only have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and... |
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OTDUDE Updated 3 days ago |
finding a job and salary - 1 ReplyWell. Nurses might make more than OTs in some settings. but I wouldn't want to do their job. You will not have a hard time finding a job. Take it... |
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Teeny Updated 4 days ago |
Canadian OT wanting to work in California, USA - 15 RepliesI know of a few in my graduating class who went to the US. They had to pass the NBCOT and couldn't work until their results came back. That being... |
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T Updated 4 days ago |
passing the NBCOT exam - 720 Replies[QUOTE who="smrtcookie in New Baltimore, Michigan"]For anyone prepping for the NBCOT, one of my instructors wrote this book and it is phenomenal!!!!... |
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OTCali Updated 5 days ago |
How difficult is Occupational Therapy School? - 24 RepliesVery well said! OT combines so many aspects of human occupation. We seek to apply creative and new ways to not just physical rehab but cognitive,... |
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Kay Updated 5 days ago |
Occupational therapy master's program - 517 Replies[QUOTE who="David L in San Diego, California"]I am applying to MOT programs in southern california (USC, University of St. AUgustine, Cal state... |
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Kay Updated 6 days ago |
Calling Current OTs and Student MOTs, I need your advice please. - 6 RepliesI have spoken to USC MOT students after they graduated. Quite a few of them regretted going to USC and taking on so much debt. They told me to attend... |
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OTDUDE Updated 6 days ago |
Scholarships/Student Debt - 4 RepliesLook into hospitals that often offer a sign on bonus (sometimes up to 15k) and loan forgiveness. |
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OTDUDE Updated 6 days ago |
How hard was your masters? - 14 RepliesThat's a tricky question since everyone has a different aptitude and time- management skills. Generally, it can be challenging at times and requires... |
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jazzyjmj Updated 8 days ago |
I'm torn between becoming a Speech Language Pathologist or Occupational Therapist? - 256 Replies[QUOTE who="NewSLPGrad in Brooklyn, New York"]...you might consider an accelerated BSN (nursing degree)--programs range from 12-15 months if you have... |
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Kacy Updated 9 days ago |
OT in acute care hospital setting - 35 Replies[QUOTE who="ANNie in San Diego, California"]I'm a new grad and have working in Acute care for 7 months. It is sooo good to see that somebody feels... |
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OTDUDE Updated 10 days ago |
Is the debt to become an OT worth it? - 9 Replies100K sounds like a lot. OT is a good field, but I am not sure. I mean you can become a cop for free with 60 college credits and make 90k after 5... |
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OTDUDE Updated 10 days ago |
Show me the money... - 53 RepliesOT or bust I work in several different settings and try to be flexible. I work as an independent contractor. I have experience in out/in patient... |
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OTDUDE Updated 10 days ago |
Highest Paying OT jobs - 1 ReplyThis will vary from state to state. Also depends on if you are looking for a full time position with salary and benefits or just per-diem work. These... |
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OTDUDE Updated 10 days ago |
Occupational Therapy Field - 33 RepliesWOW...some juicy comments obviously got removed..i missed it.. |
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OTDUDE Updated 10 days ago |
OT as a guy / Guy OTs - 23 RepliesIt depends on your setting. I have not had any issues. I am happy with my decision and would not do PT if I had to do it all over again. On the... |
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hehe Updated 11 days ago |
OT position in Pico Rivera, CA with good sign-on bonus - 54 Replies-Im an OTR... There is a big difference between a COTA and a OTR. An OTR requires a masters degree and intense study of the human body.. COTA learns... |
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Thomas Updated 12 days ago |
I am looking to form a study group or find a study partner for the NBCOT exam! - 34 Replies[QUOTE who="sull in Quincy, Massachusetts"]yes please feel free to join :)))) what time were you thinking[/QUOTE] Hi Mary, something suddenly came... |
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jaime in Chicago in Troy, Michigan Updated 13 days ago |
Easy OT schools to get into - 44 RepliesI'm currently applying to grad schools for my Masters in Occupational Therapy. I have a 3.3 undergrad GPA, 4.0 in my pre-reqs and I'm studying for... |
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Fieldwork Issues in Miami, Florida Updated 14 days ago |
Fieldwork Issues - 48 RepliesHello everyone. I found this forum through searching for advice on fieldwork. I just withdrew from my first placement because of the concerns of my... |
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Kim Hazelton in Odessa, Florida Updated 17 days ago |
Starting a Private Pediatric Practice - 79 RepliesI'm thinking about starting a private pediatric practice and would appreciate any suggestions on where to get info. about starting one up. I... |
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Stephanie in El Cerrito, California Updated 24 days ago |
volunteer work? - 24 Repliesi have no experience in ot and want some volunteer work to gain experience. where would i look for some flexible opportunities? i am most interested... |
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futureOT in Rochester, New York |
Starting SalaryI am wondering if anyone could tell me what a common starting salary would be for OT these days. FYI I live in Western NY. Thanks!! |
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nsanenthembrane@aol.com in Aliso Viejo, California Updated 26 days ago |
OT School vs. First Years in the Field - 2 RepliesI am currently finishing my first year of OT school. Overall it has been a positive experience and I'm learning a lot (also realizing how much I... |
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PeterEgan in Long Beach, Mississippi Updated 1 month ago |
Internship Opportunities - 1 ReplyHi. I am a licensed massage therapist in Chicago and I am seriously considering applying to Occupational Therapy graduate programs. (I'm finishing... |
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Candie in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Updated 1 month ago |
dystonia - 17 Repliesi know i've dissed on OT in my posts in this forum so far, so please help me on this one before i diss it some more. i really dont know how to... |
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BJF in Brooklyn, New York Updated 1 month ago |
Will OTs be out of jobs like nurses? - 32 RepliesI am graduating next year from an OT program and I am afraid there will be no jobs once I get out. I have heard from friends who recently passed... |
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Tracy in Ambler, Pennsylvania Updated 1 month ago |
The Best and Worst thing about Being an OT - 272 RepliesHi everyone. I'm a junior in college right now thinking about OT. At first, I wanted to be a PA but I concluded that it wasn't for me and I think... |
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nsanenthembrane@aol.com in Aliso Viejo, California |
please answer this. How practical do you have to be to excel at OTHello everyone I've been working on prerequisites for almost a year with the hopes of getting into an OT school and I've been doing pretty well in... |
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Shawn in Tampa, Florida Updated 1 month ago |
Too many scools? - 2 RepliesIt seems like there are an awful lot of OT schools out there for a relatively small profession. Does anyone feel that there are too many new OTs... |
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Linda in Viersen, Germany Updated 1 month ago |
Mental Health OT - 37 RepliesHow prevalent are mental health jobs in occupational therapy? Have any of you worked in mental health and if you have, what was it like? |
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mattotstudent in Allentown, Pennsylvania |
OT school, course specific questions. I took my seat today!This morning I accepted my offered seat in a 5yr BSHS-MSOT program. I was the only transfer they accepted this year. I will be starting at the Junior... |
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A New Yorker in Lexington, Kentucky Updated 1 month ago |
York College OT program bs/ms - 12 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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Need help in Lockport, New York |
OT Grants/scholarships for males!Does anyone know of any scholarships or grants that promote males in OT? Going to be a senior and running into too high a debt. Looking for grants,... |
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MarieC in Billings, Montana |
Online OT Programs?Hi all, I'm considering going into occupational therapy. I have earned a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology as well as a Master's degree in Community... |
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anticuti in Sydney, Australia Updated 1 month ago |
NBCOT OTED Eligibility for Category B - 5 RepliesHello, I started OTED evaluation in 2009 but wasn't able to complete it, so that they could have sent me ATT letter. Now NBCOT is saying that my... |
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Lincoln in Bronx, New York Updated 1 month ago |
OTA or straight for Master's OTR? - 17 RepliesI've been doing some research about the OT and OTR field. Question... is it really a waste of time to go to OTA school? I see a lot of people... |
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stayhomedad1 in Alpharetta, Georgia |
Occupational Therapist AssistantHi. I'm a stay home dad. Both kids will be in school within the next couple years. Planning ahead i was looking to get into some schooling and this... |
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LALa in Richmond, Virginia |
Travel OTHi everyone I am a new grad (5-12!!!) and I am interested in travel OT. I love to travel and don't want to settle down with just one setting (I... |
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Liz in Lexington, Kentucky Updated 1 month ago |
Got an extra TherapyEd NBCOT Study Guide and Review Book - 4 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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SmileMore in Parlin, New Jersey Updated 1 month ago |
Paying for OT School- Tuition Reimbusement - 6 RepliesHi All, I'm 24 & graduated with a Bachelors in International Business in 2009. I've been working in corp america since and I decided that I hate... |
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OT dude in Brooklyn, New York Updated 1 month ago |
Torn between COTA and OTR - 5 RepliesI am 21 years old. I have my associates in Early Childhood-6th grade teaching. I love to be around children. I know that I want to work with kids as... |
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Liz in Lexington, Kentucky Updated 1 month ago |
Am I too old to begin OT school? - 30 RepliesActually, that isn't my only question (this is gonna be a looooong post). I'm hoping to get some overall advice on whether or not going to OT school... |
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a frustrated anon OT in Woodbridge, Virginia |
documentation frequencyI am an OTR who recently began employment with a company who requires progress notes on the patients every 10 treatments. Daily documentation is NOT... |
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ayuboan4 in Torrance, California Updated 1 month ago |
MOT vs DOT Programs - 3 RepliesOriginally, I was going to go for my Master's in OT. Less school and money plus I could enter the workforce sooner. However, I talked to some OT... |
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Kiyah in Orange Park, Florida Updated 1 month ago |
School-based Pediatric Occupational Therapy/Loan Repayment - 14 RepliesHi all, I plan on going into Pediatric Occupational Therapy. Is anyone out there working in this field?? Any advice? What are the... |
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kathy in Milpitas, California |
Please can someone provide me Masters in OT course descriptionsHello, I am intending to do my Masters in Occupational Therapy. I went into few colleges but they just have curriculum outline in there, not... |
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