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It Took a Village: New Mother and Psychiatric Nurse Earns MSN Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Post University

She joined a home health provider as a weekend case manager in 2009. That was her first experience working with mental health patients. I grew to really enjoy mental health nursing, says Mercy, who decided to continue her education and earn an Associate of Science in nursing.

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Eight Places an Occupational Therapist Can Work

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Occupational therapists offer a range of services to improve patients’ health and quality of life by helping them with everyday activities. OTs can specialize in certain areas—such as youth rehabilitation or mental health—and assist with a wide spectrum of needs. In 2021, the U.S. 4 In the U.S.

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Five Reasons to Pursue a Career in Occupational Therapy

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

The median pay for OTRs in 2021 was $85,570 per year, but opportunities continue to rise. 3 Availability of Jobs Compared to a 5% growth rate for all professions, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts a much higher growth rate of 14% for occupational therapists between 2021 and 2031.

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Eight Reasons to Become a Physical Therapist

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

2: Excellent Income Potential In 2021, $95,620 was the median annual salary for PTs across the U.S., Bureau of Labor Statistics, “29-1123 Physical Therapist,” Occupational Employment and Wages, last modified May 2021, [link] American Physical THerapy Association, “Travel Physical Therapy,” last modified 2022, [link]

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Occupational Therapy Educational Requirements and Prerequisites

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) defines the profession as a vehicle to “enable people of all ages to live life to its fullest by helping them promote health and prevent—or live better with—injury, illness or disability.” OTs continue their education throughout their careers to maintain their state licensure.

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Is Occupational Therapy a Good Career? 8 Reasons to Pursue This Path

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Choose Your Workplace Settings OTs have the flexibility to work in a variety of settings , including: Home healthcare Free clinics and community centers Offices Hospitals School systems Outpatient clinics Mental health facilities OTs can also work in teletherapy, which allows an OT to connect with clients using video conference software.

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How To Become a Travel Occupational Therapist

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Bureau of Labor Statistics, “Occupational Therapists, Occupational Outlook Handbook , last modified May 2021, [link]. You’ll explore and apply to positions on your own.