Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy)

Edith Cowan University

Many of us take our independence for granted comfortably performing all kinds of tasks and activities at home school work and in the community For someone with an injury illness disability or psychosocial issues it can be a different story A qualified Occupational Therapist or OT can make a difference to that persons restricted lifestyle An OT helps people of all ages to develop sustain or restore participation in their day to day activities and improve their quality of lifeIf youre a good communicator and a creative thinker with an interest in science this might be the career for you One of the best things about studying Occupational Therapy at ECU is starting your practical experience in your first year At ECU youll gain valuable learning experiences in a range of settings and with people with differing needs through fieldwork placements all throughout the 4 year course During your fieldwork placements youll integrate your growing occupational therapy knowledge skills and professional attitudes while being supervised and assessed by registered occupational therapists

School of Medical and Health Sciences

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