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Occupational Therapy Program Student Perspectives
The OT program is like one big family. The professors are great and genuinely care about the students. They would go out of their way for every one of us. Since my very first day, I felt like I fit in. I love it here!
—Cari Cullam, 1st Year OT Student
I like Stony Brook's Occupational Therapy program because of its prestigous reputation, and I know I am receiving a great education by being a student here.
—Kristen, 1st Year OT Student
The reason why I love the OT program in Stony Brook is because of the dedication of the faculty and friendly environment.
—Jonathan Chung, 1st Year OT Student
I have been to a lot of schools. But, I finally found a home at Stony Brook. The faculty actually wants you to succeed, and you’re not just a number to them.
—Kristina, 1st Year OT Student
I chose to become a Stony Brook Occupational Therapy student because the school had an amazing reputation. Stony Brook had proven to be a school full of bright minds and caring faculty. Now, being a student there, I can agree 100%, and I find the professors and faculty to be extremely caring and helpful. They give their all to see another one of their graduating classes be at the top. Being a student here, I have found myself a part of a great group of peers and professors, and although its just the beginning, I have learned so much.
—Lori Petroski, 1st year OT student
I have truly enjoyed my experience thus far in the Stony Brook University Occupational Therapy program; I am exceptionally grateful for the decision I made to apply to this program! Each class within the program covers a vast amount of information that helps to prepare us for the clinical world. Fieldwork grants us the opportunity to apply the knowledge that we work so hard to learn within the classroom. The faculty strives to help us achieve our goal of one day becoming successful, licensed occupational therapists. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a wonderful school, community and program. I have formed many relationships that I am confident will last a lifetime, and have met people that I would be honored to work with in the future.
—Lauren Hanly, 2nd Year OT Student
Having completed my first year at Stony Brook University’s Occupational Therapy Program, I can say that the education that I have received has left me eager to learn more. The academic work has challenged me and allowed me to collaborate with other students, as members of a team. I have been given the opportunity to grow and learn and apply the skills that have been acquired in my first year here. This practical experience will provide me with the fundamentals that are needed to become a successful practitioner. The faculty, diverse in their experience, is helpful, knowledgeable, and open. They are able to share their clinical skills to enrich the learning experience for all students, bringing this learning process outside the walls of the classroom. I anxiously await the prospects that lie before me as an Occupational Therapy graduate from Stony Brook University!
—Erica L. Heidt, 2nd Year OT Student
The Stony Brook Occupational Therapy Program introduced me to a new world of unique experiences. The professors here became our mentors, and our fellow students become our family. This is a great opportunity to work with a diverse group of individuals.
—Elizabeth Salomon, 2nd year occupational therapy student
My experience at Stony Brook has far exceeded my expectations. The dedication of the staff and faculty is amazing. I am so grateful and honored to be part of the Stony Brook Occupational Therapy Program. I am very excited and am looking forward to my future as an occupational therapist.
—Patricia Ciccone, 2nd year OT student
Stony Brook is a wonderful university that offers great academic courses as well as opportunities to participate in socially relevant causes that help the community. Faculty have a wealth of knowledge in various areas of occupational therapy that they are eager to share with students. Everyone interested in helping others through the field of occupational therapy should come to Stony Brook.
—Larissa Hyde, 2nd year OT student
The Occupational Therapy Program at Stony Brook University stands out from all others for the following reason: high quality education for a third of the price. It offers challenging courses that explore a variety of areas associated with the OT profession. The program equips you with the background and knowledge base you’ll need to become a successful occupational therapist.
—Kathy Pun, 2nd year OT student
My experience at Stony Brook University was everything that I expected. The SBU Occupational Program has lived up to its reputation of challenging courses, friendly rapport with professors, great friends, a variety of opportunities for fieldwork, and an excellent education. All of these qualities will make us knowledgeable and caring future occupational therapists.
—Karen Grefe, 2nd year OT student
...let me count the ways.
These are just loose thoughts about the OT program.
What I like most about the program is the people I have met, both faculty and students alike. Many friendships have been forged and connections made that will last a lifetime.
Sometimes I am amazed by the fact that the faculty members are so knowledgeable and wonder how could I ever get to their level. But I know with the experience I will gain in the field and the academic instruction I receive from these professors, I will achieve the same.
—Kona, 2nd Year OT Student
Stony Brook has been a wonderful opportunity for me to advance my education and career in the world of occupational therapy. I knew I would be coming here even when I was becoming a COTA at Suffolk Community College back in 2004. I am proud and honored to be part of this wonderful profession, and I feel the same way about getting my education here at Stony Brook. The school can be tough, but I feel Stony Brook is well rounded and all this knowledge can only enhance my health profession career.
What can be better than helping an individual do something they thought they could never do again? What is better then helping people accomplish their goals? The job has endless benefits that will leave each and every one of us more satisfied with life.
—Kristy L. Sanabria, COTA/OTS, 2nd Year OT Student
Occupational Therapy Program Student Perspectives
The OT program is like one big family. The professors are great and genuinely care about the students. They would go out of their way for every one of us. Since my very first day, I felt like I fit in. I love it here!
—Cari Cullam, 1st Year OT Student
I like Stony Brook's Occupational Therapy program because of its prestigous reputation, and I know I am receiving a great education by being a student here.
—Kristen, 1st Year OT Student
The reason why I love the OT program in Stony Brook is because of the dedication of the faculty and friendly environment.
—Jonathan Chung, 1st Year OT Student
I have been to a lot of schools. But, I finally found a home at Stony Brook. The faculty actually wants you to succeed, and you’re not just a number to them.
—Kristina, 1st Year OT Student
I chose to become a Stony Brook Occupational Therapy student because the school had an amazing reputation. Stony Brook had proven to be a school full of bright minds and caring faculty. Now, being a student there, I can agree 100%, and I find the professors and faculty to be extremely caring and helpful. They give their all to see another one of their graduating classes be at the top. Being a student here, I have found myself a part of a great group of peers and professors, and although its just the beginning, I have learned so much.
—Lori Petroski, 1st year OT student
I have truly enjoyed my experience thus far in the Stony Brook University Occupational Therapy program; I am exceptionally grateful for the decision I made to apply to this program! Each class within the program covers a vast amount of information that helps to prepare us for the clinical world. Fieldwork grants us the opportunity to apply the knowledge that we work so hard to learn within the classroom. The faculty strives to help us achieve our goal of one day becoming successful, licensed occupational therapists. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a wonderful school, community and program. I have formed many relationships that I am confident will last a lifetime, and have met people that I would be honored to work with in the future.
—Lauren Hanly, 2nd Year OT Student
Having completed my first year at Stony Brook University’s Occupational Therapy Program, I can say that the education that I have received has left me eager to learn more. The academic work has challenged me and allowed me to collaborate with other students, as members of a team. I have been given the opportunity to grow and learn and apply the skills that have been acquired in my first year here. This practical experience will provide me with the fundamentals that are needed to become a successful practitioner. The faculty, diverse in their experience, is helpful, knowledgeable, and open. They are able to share their clinical skills to enrich the learning experience for all students, bringing this learning process outside the walls of the classroom. I anxiously await the prospects that lie before me as an Occupational Therapy graduate from Stony Brook University!
—Erica L. Heidt, 2nd Year OT Student
The Stony Brook Occupational Therapy Program introduced me to a new world of unique experiences. The professors here became our mentors, and our fellow students become our family. This is a great opportunity to work with a diverse group of individuals.
—Elizabeth Salomon, 2nd year occupational therapy student
My experience at Stony Brook has far exceeded my expectations. The dedication of the staff and faculty is amazing. I am so grateful and honored to be part of the Stony Brook Occupational Therapy Program. I am very excited and am looking forward to my future as an occupational therapist.
—Patricia Ciccone, 2nd year OT student
Stony Brook is a wonderful university that offers great academic courses as well as opportunities to participate in socially relevant causes that help the community. Faculty have a wealth of knowledge in various areas of occupational therapy that they are eager to share with students. Everyone interested in helping others through the field of occupational therapy should come to Stony Brook.
—Larissa Hyde, 2nd year OT student
The Occupational Therapy Program at Stony Brook University stands out from all others for the following reason: high quality education for a third of the price. It offers challenging courses that explore a variety of areas associated with the OT profession. The program equips you with the background and knowledge base you’ll need to become a successful occupational therapist.
—Kathy Pun, 2nd year OT student
My experience at Stony Brook University was everything that I expected. The SBU Occupational Program has lived up to its reputation of challenging courses, friendly rapport with professors, great friends, a variety of opportunities for fieldwork, and an excellent education. All of these qualities will make us knowledgeable and caring future occupational therapists.
—Karen Grefe, 2nd year OT student
...let me count the ways.
These are just loose thoughts about the OT program.
What I like most about the program is the people I have met, both faculty and students alike. Many friendships have been forged and connections made that will last a lifetime.
Sometimes I am amazed by the fact that the faculty members are so knowledgeable and wonder how could I ever get to their level. But I know with the experience I will gain in the field and the academic instruction I receive from these professors, I will achieve the same.
—Kona, 2nd Year OT Student
Stony Brook has been a wonderful opportunity for me to advance my education and career in the world of occupational therapy. I knew I would be coming here even when I was becoming a COTA at Suffolk Community College back in 2004. I am proud and honored to be part of this wonderful profession, and I feel the same way about getting my education here at Stony Brook. The school can be tough, but I feel Stony Brook is well rounded and all this knowledge can only enhance my health profession career.
What can be better than helping an individual do something they thought they could never do again? What is better then helping people accomplish their goals? The job has endless benefits that will leave each and every one of us more satisfied with life.
—Kristy L. Sanabria, COTA/OTS, 2nd Year OT Student
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Why should O.Ts network?
Glad to be here;I give you the reason.As we all know very well that Occupational therapists contribute to rehabilitation of people of all ages whose physical or mental capacity has changed due to disease or injury, and who consequently need guidance in adjusting to daily life, the aim of occupational therapy services is to enable people to cope with their everyday occupations in self-care, home management, work and leisure, and services relating to both individuals and their environment. The focus in occupational therapy is on occupation and therapeutic use of occupation in order to promote health and wellbeing.There is need to rehabilitate people following illness and/or injury by assessing and treating clients in habilitation, rehabilitation, health-promotion and prevention of disability. An important aspect of occupational therapy is the development and adaptation of assistive technology that may promote engagement in and performance Activities of Daily living.Occupational therapists also provide information and support to formal and informal caregivers.
A full occupational therapy programme focuses on key concepts such as occupation, health, ability, motivation, environment, culture and creativity. I hope that besides occupational therapy, you took courses in medicine as well as social and behavioural sciences.this means Occupational therapists serve as a knowledge base for a health multidisciplinary team.Lastly,Occupational therapy is practised in a wide range of health care settings, including hospitals, health care centres and housing for the elderly. Other places of employment are day care centres, rehabilitation centres, home care programmes, special schools, social security services, provision of assistive devices, industry and private enterprise. Many occupational therapists work in private practice, as educators, and/or as consultants.
So;following all this;there is need to network together and know what happens this and the other side.To be full of knowledge and to share experiences. No man is an island! We need to be together.
A full occupational therapy programme focuses on key concepts such as occupation, health, ability, motivation, environment, culture and creativity. I hope that besides occupational therapy, you took courses in medicine as well as social and behavioural sciences.this means Occupational therapists serve as a knowledge base for a health multidisciplinary team.Lastly,Occupational therapy is practised in a wide range of health care settings, including hospitals, health care centres and housing for the elderly. Other places of employment are day care centres, rehabilitation centres, home care programmes, special schools, social security services, provision of assistive devices, industry and private enterprise. Many occupational therapists work in private practice, as educators, and/or as consultants.
So;following all this;there is need to network together and know what happens this and the other side.To be full of knowledge and to share experiences. No man is an island! We need to be together.
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FIELD WORK
Occupational Therapy Fieldwork
Every occupational therapist remembers their student fieldwork experiences. Many of our fondest memories of being an occupational therapy student are derived from our fieldwork experiences. They are the days that coalesced the theory from lectures and lab into reality. The formative fieldwork experiences are critical to the path from student to practitioner or clinician.
Fieldwork provides occupational therapy (OT) students with the opportunity t
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ABOUT OT PER COUNTRY.
OT IN AMERICA
Occupational Therapists
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- Employment is expected to grow much faster than average and job opportunities should be good, especially for therapists treating the elderly.
- Occupational therapists must be licensed, requiring a master’s degree in occupational therapy, 6 months of
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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND THE ARMY
I am sure most of us can work in the army.In many countries, there are many jobs in prisons and then army and I hope you will try to know about your country. I will keep updating this:
1) The US!
Active Army Occupational Therapist
As an occupational therapist and an Officer on the U.S. Army Health Care Team, you'll l
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Lt,Col Karoline D.Harvey,an O.T
Lieutenant Colonel (Lt. Col.) Karoline D. Harvey, Occupational Therapist, Internship Director of Occupational Therapy, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, D.C.
I chose this career because…
I chose to become an occupational therapist because I always liked science. I began to consider occupational therapy (OT) as a career when my identical twin sister fell-off a horse and broke her arm. She required OT during her recovery. While working on my biology degree, I was further inspired to consider OT. I worked in the lab of my mentor whose daughter was an occupational therapist.
My undergraduate training required fieldwork, and I completed rotations in:
• Physical disabilities at the Brook Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas
• Pediatrics at the Gonzales Rehabilitation Center in Gonzales, Texas
• Psychiatry at the Children’s Psychiatric Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Resources
After I obtained my certification in occupational therapy, I entered the military. I completed my internship through the military under the direction of Col. Howard.
Education and Certification
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, Occupational Therapy, Texas Women’s University, Denton, Texas
• Master of Science, Gerontology, University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas
• Certification, Occupational Therapy, National Board of Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOTA)
My typical workday involves…
My typical workday is divided between my student training, clinical and research responsibilities.
As the Occupational Therapy Internship Director, I meet with students in the morning to:
• Organize their schedules and track their progress towards meeting their goals;
• Review patient evaluations, assessments and treatment plans and
• Complete patient rounds in the clinic.
On Monday and Wednesday mornings, I:
• Complete paperwork and administrative duties and
• See walk-in patients
As a principle investigator, I work on 2 research projects that involve amputees and focus on:
• Computers that work with voice activation – Patients are trained to complete tasks using a computer that responds to their voice. This training gives the patient a means of furthering their education or widening their job opportunities. It may also offer them the option to return to active military duty, a decision that will be determined by a medical review board.
• Rehabilitation of the patient to return to active duty or in their MOS (military occupational specialty). The patient receives training to complete common tasks (in new ways) that are required by their MOS. A subset of this program is training with FATS (Fire Arms Training Simulator). This simulation system is designed to provide training in the handling and use of small and supporting arms. As an example, patients will train with a duplicate of the rifle used in combat and will need to respond as such. The computer screen will simulate the action that takes place in a hostile field operation. The patient’s response time and accuracy of response will be measured by FATS.
In the afternoon, after completing my student and research responsibilities, I see patients in the orthopedic clinic that have scheduled appointments. Treating orthopedic patients involves:
• Therapeutic treatments of the upper extremities to improve the range of motion and increase strength;
• Splinting of injured areas to provide stability during recovery;
• Modalities, which are treatments used to soften tissue and ease discomfort such as application of heat or ice, scar massage and electric stimulation and
• Rehabilitation in activities of daily living so that patients can independently bath and dress themselves, cook and clean, etc…which takes place in our apartment setting.
What I like best/least about my work …
What I like best about my work is working with the patients. We do a lot of task analysis, that is, breaking down a task into its various components. You need to have a thorough understanding of how a task is completed, including what muscles are involved, the range of motion and the senses that are involved. I often ask my students to do a task analysis as a teaching tool and grade them upon completion. I also enjoy giving my patients devices that they can take back to their everyday environment which can aid them in completing daily tasks. The patients we see here are special. The work is challenging but also very rewarding.
What I like least about my work is the administrative tasks, such as the paperwork and the extensive documentation of patient treatment. However, these tasks are very important, especially for continuing patient care at other facilities. Managing a clinic can be challenging. You are responsible for the clinic and the personnel as well. With responsibility, you must make tough decisions. You can’t make everyone happy, so you must make decisions that are for the overall good of the clinic.
My career goals are…
My career goals are to complete a Ph.D. in Occupational Therapy and to pursue more specialized training. I plan to stay in the military. I enjoy working in this environment. It gives you a diversity of experiences. You have the opportunity to teach and do research as well.
OT JOBS
Occupational Therapy
303542 Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy)
BSc(Curtin)
Why Occupational Therapy?
High quality laboratories and facilities.
We are currently experiencing a worldwide shortage of occupational therapists.
Recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapy, allowing graduates to practise in Europe and the United States.
Apply- find out how
Enquire HERE
Or Tel: +61 8 9266 4583
Print this page
Visit teaching area website
Support their independence
Occupational therapists provide services focusing on prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and habilitation for people who have physical, psychosocial, developmental or vocational problems. As a graduate occupational therapist, you will collaborate with clients to maximise functional independence in home, paid workplace and leisure activities. You will also be concerned with the prevention of disability, health maintenance and the maximisation of individual well-being and quality of life.
This course will give you a broad introduction to occupational therapy practice in your first year through studies in health science communication, human biology, psychology, occupational therapy, neuroscience and occupational therapy research. In your second and third years you will study more specialised units including disability, occupational health and ergonomics, clinical medicine, gerontology, psychiatry, mental health, environmental and cultural determinants of health, and counselling. Following a thorough grounding in theory and its application, you will undertake clinical practice in a wide range of metropolitan and country services.
Career Opportunities
A recognised global shortage of occupational therapists, together with the excellent reputation of Curtin's degree course, means that graduates are in high demand. Occupational therapists work with people of all ages in their homes, hospitals, community health centres, nursing homes, specialised clinics, private practice and industrial rehabilitation. Occupational therapists are employed in a variety of hospitals and special treatment centres. Employment opportunities are available in community health programs, community welfare agencies in both urban and rural areas and in private practice and industry. Opportunities exist throughout Australia and other member countries of the World Federation of Occupational Therapy.
Entry requirements:
TER (2009): What's This?
This figure is the TER of the last applicant to be offered a place in the course. If this course is offered at multiple campuses, the TER shown applies to the Bentley campus. The last accepted TER varies according to demand each year. This TER is provided as a guide only and does not indicate academic requirement. 87.25
STAT Entry: What is STAT Entry?
The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) assesses competencies considered important for success at uni. These tests are provided by the Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC) to help mature age candidates apply for certain courses. Not accepted
Where: Bentley
How: Full-time, on-campus
Duration: 4 years full-time
You must pass all units in a year before being allowed to proceed to the next year.
Part-time study is available in exceptional circumstances.
See courses Handbook for full course structure
Credit for previous study
If you have previously worked or studied in this field, you are encouraged to contact the Faculty to discuss eligibility for recognition of prior learning.
Try our RPL search to find out what credit you might be eligible for.
303542 Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy)
BSc(Curtin)
Why Occupational Therapy?
High quality laboratories and facilities.
We are currently experiencing a worldwide shortage of occupational therapists.
Recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapy, allowing graduates to practise in Europe and the United States.
Apply- find out how
Enquire HERE
Or Tel: +61 8 9266 4583
Print this page
Visit teaching area website
Support their independence
Occupational therapists provide services focusing on prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and habilitation for people who have physical, psychosocial, developmental or vocational problems. As a graduate occupational therapist, you will collaborate with clients to maximise functional independence in home, paid workplace and leisure activities. You will also be concerned with the prevention of disability, health maintenance and the maximisation of individual well-being and quality of life.
This course will give you a broad introduction to occupational therapy practice in your first year through studies in health science communication, human biology, psychology, occupational therapy, neuroscience and occupational therapy research. In your second and third years you will study more specialised units including disability, occupational health and ergonomics, clinical medicine, gerontology, psychiatry, mental health, environmental and cultural determinants of health, and counselling. Following a thorough grounding in theory and its application, you will undertake clinical practice in a wide range of metropolitan and country services.
Career Opportunities
A recognised global shortage of occupational therapists, together with the excellent reputation of Curtin's degree course, means that graduates are in high demand. Occupational therapists work with people of all ages in their homes, hospitals, community health centres, nursing homes, specialised clinics, private practice and industrial rehabilitation. Occupational therapists are employed in a variety of hospitals and special treatment centres. Employment opportunities are available in community health programs, community welfare agencies in both urban and rural areas and in private practice and industry. Opportunities exist throughout Australia and other member countries of the World Federation of Occupational Therapy.
Entry requirements:
TER (2009): What's This?
This figure is the TER of the last applicant to be offered a place in the course. If this course is offered at multiple campuses, the TER shown applies to the Bentley campus. The last accepted TER varies according to demand each year. This TER is provided as a guide only and does not indicate academic requirement. 87.25
STAT Entry: What is STAT Entry?
The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) assesses competencies considered important for success at uni. These tests are provided by the Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC) to help mature age candidates apply for certain courses. Not accepted
Where: Bentley
How: Full-time, on-campus
Duration: 4 years full-time
You must pass all units in a year before being allowed to proceed to the next year.
Part-time study is available in exceptional circumstances.
See courses Handbook for full course structure
Credit for previous study
If you have previously worked or studied in this field, you are encouraged to contact the Faculty to discuss eligibility for recognition of prior learning.
Try our RPL search to find out what credit you might be eligible for.
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