Dan Said:

traveling occupational therapists? ot?

We Answered:

money is good wherever, you have find your own house

Jay Said:

occupational therapy assistnant?

We Answered:

I don't believe that the actual ota course will be able to be taken online as there will most likely be class/clinic simulations of patient care as well as role-playing. Perhaps the general studies classes such as english, history and music appreciation can be taken online. (Please do Not go to one of those 'online' for profit schools such as university of phoenix or strayer u. Former students of u of phoenix started this site: http://www.uopsucks.com )

Just a word to the wise, my cousin went for occupational therapy assistant and please don't be thrown off by the term 'assistant' as it can be very physically and emotionally draining. The ota does a lot of the same tasks as the otr (occupational therapist, registered) including certain types of evaluations and treatment planning. It is quite rewarding though between school, fieldwork (clinical experience) and actually working, you should be quite busy! You certainly sound as though you have your hands full already :) Bless you and your daughter and wishing you the best of luck in any of your endeavors.

For US colleges: http://www.utexas.edu/world/univ

For more career info: http://www.bls.gov/oco and search 'occupational therapy assistant' or such.

Lee Said:

Do Occupational Therapists enjoy their careers?

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i think for the most part they really enjoy their jobs and one on one time with the patients. as with any job, your not gonna like it every single day, mainly to do with staff (co-workers, boss) rather than the actual patient care. i also would recommend a career in being a radiology tech! they really have it good!

Sherry Said:

what do Occupational Therapists do when they quit the profession?

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I am an OT, and I love my job. I couldn't ever imagine leaving it, but if I did, I would be qualified to pursue many other avenues. Occupational therapists have a lot of education in development, psychology, and biological sciences. They are trained in the importance of activity and are knowledgeable about many areas relating to disability. Below, you will find a list of other avenues OT's could pursue after a career or training in OT. It's not complete...it's just off the top of my head. Good luck to you!

-Any form of child care
-Substitute teaching (Most states only require that substituit teachers hold a Bachelor's degree and then take a brief training seminar provided by the district.)
-Involvement in wellness and social service programs.
-Massage therapy (additional training required)
-Teach relaxation or fitness classes through a community or senior center.
-Activity Program Directors at nursing homes
-Work with people wtih cognitive disabilties in group homes or sheltered workshops.
-Non-medical home care (look it up online)
-Accessibility/ADA consultant for consturction company, housing developer, or city plannign committee
-Work with a medical equipment distributor
-Work with an independent living agency
-etc, etc, etc