University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Once you earn an occupational therapy degree, you can build your creative niche within the field or open a private practice. The most recent data shows that most OTs work in state, local and private hospital settings. Working as an OT is also rewarding because you help people improve their quality of life.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

OCTOBER 17, 2023

1 Occupational therapists work in a variety of settings, including 2 : Hospitals Offices of physical, occupational and speech therapists, and audiologists Schools Home healthcare Nursing homes A psychology background is relevant for occupational therapy, as OTs work to improve patients’ physical and mental health. 18 11.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

OCTOBER 25, 2022

However, OTs also found work in schools, home healthcare services, private practice, and nursing care facilities. And many others pursued unconventional practice areas and creative careers. Hospitals and offices of rehabilitation practitioners were tied as the largest employers of occupational therapists in 2019.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Some OTs move into management roles, while others open a private practice. In addition, all states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination.

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