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Hi everyone. A few other Hub resources on the subjects of leadership and career development:
Service Directory > Career Development
Useful services and external resources, for your care and career.
A page full of career-related information, infographics, videos and frequently asked questions (FAQs). Including: What makes a successful occupational therapy practitioner?
Hi. I'm at that moment in my life that I finally found courage to follow my dream and passion. I'm not even sure if I'm in the right place to ask, but I'm reaching out.
I'm 44 years old, done loads of different jobs through my entire life but just recently my path led me to a role as a carer. And I've found myself for the first time in my life.
I've been caring for a gentleman with MND and had an opportunity to take him to his hospital appointment with wheelchair services. What I saw there, how his new wheelchair is being tailored and built from scratch to suit his needs, that was absolutely amazing . All that problem solving and thinking outside the box. And of course being able to help another human being.
Problem is I'm from Poland. I have absolutely no knowledge about education in…
If anyone's interested in getting a certification in Visual Rehab (or just needs some CEs), this program is a great one. It's currently 70% off too, not sure how long that will last.
Hi everyone, I hope everyone is having a lovely day,
I'm super excited about starting a new role as a new graduate in an early intervention setting, however, I am really nervous about the challenges I may face in this new role, I have started researching certain topics that may be relevant to this setting ( e.g podcast, journal articles,) and honestly, it can be quite overwhelming,
Hence, I was hoping to reach out to anyone here, if there is any specific topics that I should look into? and if there is any mentorship program that I can look into to seek further professional support, thank you!
Kind Regards, June
Hi June. I'm just passing on a comment from Balvir Kaur on LinkedIn: "Congratulations! I'm sure you will be fine. Take your time, set your objectives, make sure you communicate and ask questions. You will have a supervisor and a supportive team. Use your resources (i.e. colleagues) and keep reflecting on practice. Be positive."
Today is the ISO Aging Societies Workshop: https://www.agileageing.org/page/iso-discussion-workshop/
Foundations offer monthly webinars: https://www.foundations.uk.com/about-us/events-and-meetings/monthly-webinars/
OTAC also offer monthly webinars: https://www.otac.org.uk/events/webinars/
It would be really great to hear if you've found any more or have created any online resources.
Thank-you in advance,
Shelley
Hello
I attended the virtual RISE virtual events which had some exhibitions and demonstrations on assistive feeding devices including arm de-weighting and devices suitable for people with tremors.
I also found some good training on Saebo website for upper limb rehabilitation and use of electrical stimulation. The on line training was very informative.
Thank you
Hi @Rebecca ,
I've collated a few responses to your question to-date, from fellow Hub Members responding across the Hub's social media networks. See below:
Kev (Facebook):
NICE have some lovely guidance. Also, the BEATS charity have some good education and links from memory. Great area to work in, I spent 6 years as a support worker in this area before doing my OT training. Enjoy x
Louise (Facebook):
There is a book on OT in eating disorders; I can't remember author. It is on Amazon.
Lucinda (Facebook):
Good article - Treating Eating Disorders: An Occupational Therapy Approach. There is the BEAT organisation. Also there is the film on Netflix 'To the Bone' - but once you have watched it, I would follow up with reading blogs from professionals about it, as it's great insight that will help build context for you.
Taha (LinkedIn): 1) Learn an overview of the anatomy of swallowing 2) Learn the phases of swallowing 3) Learn the compensation technique for swallowing 4) Learn swallowing rehab techniques or exercises
I hope these tips are helpful to you! Jamie
This framework has been developed by the Royal College of Occupational Therapy to guide learning and support continuing professional development, it has a range of ideas and information to help enable career progression.
I've found this book so useful in providing a practical insight into the demands of starting a new career in O.T. It's written in a very informal, readable way with personal hints and tips directly from those working in the different O.T. specialisms.
The Essential Guide for Newly Qualified Occupational Therapists: Transition to Practice 1st Edition,
by Ruth Parker (Editor), Julia Badger (Editor), Dr Theresa Baxter (Foreword), Nick Pollard (Foreword), Ruth van der Weyden (Contributor), Dawn Simm (Contributor), Melanie Elliott (Contributor), Sean O'Sullivan (Contributor), Sara Brewin (Contributor), Jo McKee (Contributor), Kate Sheehan (Contributor)
Starting out in practice can be difficult and confusing. This guide for newly qualified occupational therapists provides an authoritative overview of what to expect in your role and work settings, and is full of practical guidance on how to make a good start to a successful practice.
With chapters by experienced practitioners in the field, it offers…
Hello OTs, I am Shafaq Iqbal from Pakistan and currently working as an OT practitionare in a clinic of Down Syndrome children and also provideing home visits to those who are accessible.
As an OT I always welcome to learn new techniques, go through some short courses and attend workshops which enhances my knowledge. I am looking for suggestions for certified online workshops/courses/diplomas for OTs. Any leads can be shared with the details and link.
ps. If there is some course specifically for Down's syndrome, it would be more than welcome.
Thanks in advance.
Keep shining!
Hi there Shafaq!
Thank you for visiting the Hub - and for engaging with our Q&A Forum! It's good to hear from OTs in India - differing cultures, but the same OT values!
To help you further, could you tell us what your preference would be - online information resources, online CPD programs, or workshops/courses in Pakistan? Then we have a clearer idea what you're looking for most!
This forum is less known about than our other services at the moment, so it may currently take time for others to respond. Would you like us to ask your question on our social media platforms? We often get very good responses and ideas through The OT Hub's Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Alternatively, feel free to visit these pages and ask your question there yourself.
Let us know what you'd like us to do.
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Hi there Bartek. Occupational therapy offers so much scope of practice, breadth of specialisms and opportunities to be creative and a problem-solver. You are bound to find an area of OT that suits you! Have you had a look at the A Career in Occupational Therapy page on the Hub yet?
Take a look at the FAQ, including the 'What are the entry requirements to the profession?' section. There are links to relevant external sources of information too. It would be worth you reaching out to the UK professional body (RCOT) as well, as I'm sure many others have been in a similar situation to you. Good luck with the start of an exciting journey!