occupational therapy assistant

Alternate Choices to Physical Therapy as a Career?

Question by zcall27: alternate choices to physical therapy as a career? first going into college i wanted to become a physical therapist. I still do, but my grades really don’t meet up with the such high standards to get in to a good pt school. I would like to stay in a health profession, but really wasn’t sure where to go. ive considered physical therapist assistant, but realistically i wouldn’t make enough money and wouldn’t have room to grow. Also maybe occupational therapist, but i don’t know to much about that. im really open to anything. so don’t be afraid to submit any ideas! Also if you have any personal experience with that job, i would like to know why you like it and why you chose it. Read more... ...

I Have a Question on Being an Occupational Therapy Assistant?

...  by Noa Bach: I have a question on being an occupational therapy assistant? I was accepted into the occupational therapy program, someone recommended it to me because I am empathetic, compassionate, and always looking for ways to heal and lessen the suffering of others. I was wondering what I would be doing on a daily basis. Is the program hard? Also would I make a great salary to live very comfortably? The other career I was thinking about is preschool teaching but many people in my family discourage me because they say the pay is low ...

Is It Difficult to Get Into a Good Occupational Therapy Master’s Program?

Question by April: Is it difficult to get into a good Occupational Therapy Master’s program? I am very interested in Occupational Therapy as a career, but I am concerned that OT’s growing popularity will make it difficult to get into a good Master’s program (I am particularly interested in USC). I am currently a sophomore at a prestigious university with a 3.97 GPA, and it is feasible for me to take all of the prerequisites before starting the Master’s program. Additionally, this summer, I will shadow an OT at a brain injury rehabilitation center. However, I am concerned that I will not be a competitive applicant to OT programs because my major choices (Philosophy and French) are totally unrelated to OT. How difficult is it to get into a top-notch OT school, such as USC? And how much does major choice matter in admissions? Read more... ...

How Do You Go From Being a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to Having a Masters in OT?

...  by Joe Larkin: How do you go from being a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to having a Masters in OT? I want to go to school to become a COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) but I do eventually want to go to school and get my Masters Degree in OT. But for almost all Graduate programs for OT you need some kind of Bachelors Degree. So how can I obtain my bachelors degree in OT? Thank you!!! Best answer: Answer by jannsodyThere are no longer any bachelor’s degree programs in OT. However, there may be combination a bachelor’s/master’s degree program for OT. Read ...

Nurse Has Answers for Personalized Care

by Spherical Bull Nurse has answers for personalized care Keeping track of doctor's appointments, prescription drugs, bills, insurance paperwork and other medical issues can overwhelm patients and their families. … Bargero has been by Padilla's side for appointments, surgeries and physical therapy sessions. Read more on Livingston Daily Reasons for medical license revocations not always clear The board licenses medical doctors, osteopathic doctors, chiropractors, podiatrists, physician assistants, respiratory therapists, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, physical therapists, athletic trainers, radiological … Read more on Kansas.com Read more... ...

Cards Look to Other Options at Closer as Mujica Struggles

Cards look to other options at closer as Mujica struggles Cardinals cleanup hitter Allen Craig will be re-evaluated at the end of this week by a foot and ankle specialist, leaving in doubt his ability to contribute during the regular season. … Oscar Taveras (ankle surgery) has started his physical therapy … Read more on STLtoday.com Tri-C provides low-cost physical therapy, occupational therapy, nutrition … … medical assistants, occupational therapy assistants and physical therapy assistants. They are supervised by instructors licensed or registered in their area of expertise. Costs vary, but an occupational or physical therapy session is $ 5 after a $ 10 … Read more on Plain Dealer Read more... ...

What Are Jobs That Work With Autistic Children and Children With Special Needs?

Question by Anna: What are jobs that work with autistic children and children with special needs? I really love kids with special needs. I would love to be some sort of “therapist” for them. However, I do not want to work in a school system. I want a hands-on job that works with them. Any suggestions? Best answer: Read more... ...