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Occupational Therapists (OTs) help people improve, develop and recover and keep up their ability to do tasks in their daily living and work environments.

 

They work with people who have conditions that are mental, physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities. OTs not only help people improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also compensate for permanent loss of function. Their goal is to help people have independent, productive and satisfying lives.

 

 

 

Suggested Reading

1. So you want to be a therapist?  How to become a Physical or Occupational Therapist.  Dr. Kirk Painter.  2013. Reading Level:  High school

 

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Additional Career Links 

1. American Occupational Therapy Association

2. U.S. Department of Labor Occupational outlook handbook: Occupational Therapist

3. Explore Health Careers: Overview, academic requirements and resources

4. Handwriting Without Tears. Handwriting Without Tears (HWT) is a way to teach pre-printing, printing and cursive. It was developed by J. Z. Olson, OTR, an occupational therapist and handwriting specialist. She has more than 25 years of experience helping children and training teachers and therapist. HWT is an inclusive method for teaching children of all ability levels.

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