The OT Magazine – Jul / Aug 2021

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Working as an OT in higher learning can be a rewarding path for those who enjoy the challenge of shaping young minds

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t some point, you may decide that your unique skill sets as an OT are better suited to training up a whole new batch of occupational therapists and setting them free on the world. Teaching is a noble path; there are few things more valiant than making the decision to work on getting people into your industry via the medium of education. When you care deeply about both the industry of occupational therapy and being able to introduce people to how brilliant and varied an occupational therapist’s life is, you may find that academia is the best place for you. If you’re thinking of making the jump into academia but you’re not sure if it’s right for you, consider the following:

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