Occupational therapy

I’m beside myself with excitement! I found out last month I was officially accepted into Western Michigan University’s 4+1 Occupational Therapy program this January! I look forward to a career where I can make an impact on everyone I work with, helping them to lead independent, productive, and satisfying lives, regardless if their challenge is large or small With three years of study before me, improving my financial aid game is essential. While my family struggles money-wise, I take my…

that will help me pursue occupational therapy as a career. Tiffany Bolton, MOT, OTR/L, an occupational therapist, spoke about the career during an Introduction to Health Professions class on September 14, 2016. She describes occupational therapy as a way to “assist people of all ages to participate in desired “occupation.”’ Some different types of occupations include driving, cleaning, cooking, dressing, play, and many more activities. According to Bolton, occupational therapists can work with…

applying to the Master’s in Occupational Therapy program for the fall of 2017. After earning my undergraduate degree in Recreational Therapy/Sports Management from Florida International University, I’ve worked for a substance abuse/behavioral health facility as a Certified Recreational Therapist for two years. Continuing my education is a priority and felt there was more for me to contribute within the health care community. I developed an interest in become an occupational therapist after…

Occupational therapists are challenged with understanding and adapting their practices to meet the needs of clients who are accustomed to different cultures. Chinese families are heavily rooted in their traditional rituals and cultural origins, which have a dramatic influence on the daily routines. The disparities between cultures can pose a significant barrier if occupational therapists discredit the importance of a client’s lifestyle. In order to promote maximum occupational performance, it is…

in addition to experience in the occupational therapy field. Similarly, I have tried to get as much on hand experience as possible throughout my life, and strive to learn and understand everything possible about my chosen field of study. I understand that entering a helping profession can be time consuming in addition to being mentally, and emotionally challenging, and my dedication to teaching others will allow me to thrive in my chosen field of occupational therapy. I have realized that…

In this paper there are difference between Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy and the overlapping similar in both Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy. Now the education and the training for both Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy is important to know getting into this profession. The salary is not always important in a job but it is important to know what you will make if the person is the best or the worst at their job. Knowing what both professions will do for both the…

Occupational therapy promotes health and well-being while considering the clients’ interests, values, habits, and roles (American Occupational Therapy Association, 2010). These occupations and activities give purpose and fulfillment to one’s life. To encourage their clients to resume participation in their daily activities, occupational therapists create plans and interventions best-suited for their clients. To eliminate addictive behaviors or add positive behaviors, occupational therapists can…

other shoes; it has opened my eyes to the difficulties people who have encountered unfortunate medical events face. I would make a great candidate for the occupational therapy program because of my unique personal and professional experiences. Despite retail is not my calling, I have gained valuable skills from it. Dealing with customers daily has strengthened my inter-personal skills and patience level. My experiences with difficult customers has taught me that people are fighting different…

Occupational therapists help patients across the lifespan perform everyday occupations of life, regardless of age, ability, or disability. They help patients develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living and working by increasing independence and participation by the patient in the patient’s own life. This is my calling. Occupational Therapists deal with the whole person; because of this I understand that our profession can be difficult and messy at times. Patients will…

Context, environment and culture are all very important aspects in occupational therapy and in the lives of every day people. In order to be occupational beings and have the best possible quality of life, it is important to have a balance of these three elements. Environment, context, and culture can either hinder or facilitate both occupational performance and participation. The environment consists of both a physical aspect and a social aspect. Context refers to the specific conditions that…