Occupational Therapy as a Profession for Prospective College Students
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Occupational Therapy as a Profession for Prospective College Students
By: Meryl Abag
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The Rehabilitation process that helps individuals relearn the skills they need to
be independent through the use of therapeutic activities
What is Occupational Therapy?
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Enhances people’s ability to perform tasks in their daily living and work environment BathingDressingCookingEating
What do OT’s do?
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Role of an Occupational TherapistSupports those with
permanent disabilities with the use of adaptive epuipmentsSpecial
keyboard/mouseVoice-controlled
lightsAdaptive utensilsReaching tools
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Roles of an Occupational TherapistHelps integrate
one’s environment based on individual’s specific needs StairliftsRaised toilet seatsGrab rails Ramps
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Role of an Occupational Therapist
Implements physical activity and exercise to promote strength and dexterity
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Role of an Occupational Therapist
May evaluate and modify individual’s work environment
Plan work activitiesAssesses client’s
progress
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Clients
Range from all age groups from birth to old age
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POPULATIONAmputeesAutismADD/ADHDCar accidentsChronic ArthritisDevelopmental
Delays
Head InjuryMuscular DystrophyParkinson’s DiseaseStrokeSpinal Cord InjuriesWork-Related
Injuries
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Work Conditions40-hour weekLarge Rehab
CentersSpaciousEquipped with
machines, tools, & devices
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Work ConditionsSchool
Modified classroom equipment
One-on-one sessionsSmall groupsEarly intervention
therapies
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Work ConditionsSensory
Integration GymTactile toys and
ballsTextured puzzles
and booksVibrating furnitureBall poolsSwings
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Working ConditionsHospital
Hours varyInpatient/outpatientAdults to old ageRehab Gym
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Work ConditionsDriving
RehabilitationSpecialized
training Assess an
individual’s ability to drive
Clinical testsOn-the-road testsAdaptive
equipment
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Salary
Average salary of $72,320 as of 2010 (based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics)
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How to become an OT?Must have a Bachelor’s degree; preferably in
the Health fieldObservational HoursGraduate from an accredited Master’s degree
of Occupational Therapy ProgramDoctorate’s degree is optional
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For more InformationLook at the Bureau of Labor Statistics