For many in the beauty industry, long hours and physical demands are simply part of the job, even as they take a toll on the body. But Doctor Occupational Therapy student Stacy Bello recognizes that the daily strain these professionals face can add up to something bigger: a widespread risk for work-related musculoskeletal disorders. The
Psychology is one of the most popular undergraduate majors in the United States.1 Over six percent of all degrees conferred in 2024 were in psychology.2 Are you wondering, “What can you do with a psychology degree?” We’ve outlined 22 potential careers for psychology majors in allied health, clinical care and academia, plus a few nonclinical
Maybe you’ve recently graduated from college or decided to return to school and are drawn to careers where you can make a difference in people’s lives. You’ve thought about occupational therapy (OT) but aren’t ready to settle down in one place. So now you might be wondering how to become a travel occupational therapist (OT).
Occupational therapy (OT) is a practice that prioritizes increasing the client’s functionality and improving their quality of life.1 It accomplishes this by helping people strengthen the skills to complete daily tasks, empowering them to be more self-sufficient. A specific subset of occupational therapy is neuro occupational therapy (neuro OT), which focuses on helping individuals who
Occupational therapy is a form of treatment that utilizes occupations or tasks to complete activities of daily living.1 It has applications across generations: toddlers to adults benefit from how OT promotes independence and self-esteem and improves quality of life.2 While occupational therapy benefits many age groups, the reason for its implementation varies based on the
Those who work with children with special needs fill a need that 17% of children have, making them critical members of the workforce.1 These children may have challenges in physical language, learning or behavior areas. Professionals can work with them to overcome difficulties and impact their lifelong development.1, 2 Children with special needs and special
Neurodivergence refers to the variations in how someone learns, processes, or behaves.1 One type of neurodivergence is autism, a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by challenges with social skills, speech, nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors.2 However, autism is not the only type of neurodivergence. Understanding the differences between neurodivergent vs autism—and recognizing each individual’s unique needs—is critical
Child development is a vital field for helping children progress through key developmental milestones.1 Without child development careers, there would be no teachers, therapists or coaches to help children with their mental, physical and emotional progress. A degree in child development opens doors to various professions that stem from an underlying desire to help children
Neurodiversity-affirming care is a practice founded on accepting each person’s differences and celebrating our individual strengths.1 For those who are neurodivergent, the shift towards neurodiversity-affirming practices can come with a significant mental health boost by celebrating diverse ways of thinking and fostering a sense of belonging, rather than framing differences as challenges to be fixed.2
In your rewarding career as an occupational therapist (OT), you will help people get back to doing the activities that give their lives meaning. With a wide range of occupational therapy specialties, job opportunities span a variety of work environments. It’s a thriving profession, with 11% growth projected from 2023 to 2033.1 When interviewing for
Congrats! You’ve chosen a graduate program and are ready to begin your application. An important piece of the graduate school application is your statement of purpose, also called a personal statement or letter of intent.1 Admissions committees will review this statement to see if you are a good fit for their school. Your statement of
Meet Sabina Khan, PhD, OTD, MS, OTR/L, Assistant Professor of OT programs at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) Miami. Dr. Khan is a globally recognized women’s health specialist and scholar passionate about public education and community building. Her journey into health equity advocacy didn’t begin through research or in a university