What do they do?
They are healthcare professionals who employ therapeutic strategies to help patients improve, recover, or maintain their capacity to do daily tasks.
A bachelor's degree is required for admission to graduate school. College majors in biology, psychology, sociology, anthropology, liberal arts, and anatomy are all viable options.
Undergraduate Education
You'll need a master's degree in occupational therapy from a programme certified by ACOTE to work as an occupational therapist. Some occupational therapists have earned a doctorate.
Postgraduate Education
To practise as an occupational therapist , you'll need a professional licence.
Licence
A national certification examination offered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy is required to get a licence.
Certification
Occupational therapists must be able to successfully communicate with all stakeholders involved in a patient's care, both verbally and in writing.
Communication skills
Many patients, whether they are dealing with a new or long-standing ailment, may be irritated and resentful of their circumstances.
Handle the situation
Others may have high expectations for their therapy's success, and it's critical for an occupational therapist to assist patients in setting realistic and achievable goals without discouraging them.
Assist Patient
They can use critical thinking and analytical skills to make informed decisions about what is best for a patient.
Critical and Analytical Thinking