A Career In Occupational Therapy

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When it comes to the future, I haven't made any definitive decisions, but I've been considering several ideas. What I do know for sure is that I want to attend a four year university, and I would like to receive at least a bachelor’s degree. If I had to choose today, I would probably pursue a career in Occupational Therapy, but I am also considering going into the music industry, or possibly politics. In order to become an OT, you need to receive a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a science field, as well as a graduate degree from an accredited university. A lot of schools also offer direct admission to their master's program, where the top students are offered a path that would last five years. Once the five years are over,

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