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Occupational Therapy

Overview

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Occupational therapy (OT) is skilled treatment that helps individuals achieve independence in all facets of their lives. OT gives people the skills they need to live independent and satisfying lives.

OT services typically include:

  • Customized treatment programs to improve one's ability to perform daily activities
  • Comprehensive home and job site evaluations with adaptation recommendations
  • Performance skills assessments and treatment
  • Adaptive equipment recommendations and usage training
  • Guidance to family members and caregivers

You can download, save and print a PDF of this overview:

Occupational Therapy Overview Occupational Therapy Overview 14 May 2008 [pdf, 159 KB]

Career Spotlight

Female clinician with older woman in wheelchair (Photo: Getty Images)

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Occupational therapy assistants help clients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.

Average Salary: $38,430 - $0

Years in school: 2 - 0 *

Job outlook: Excellent

* after high school graduation

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Careers in This Field

Occupational TherapistOccupational Therapy AideOccupational Therapy Assistant

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