Becoming an Occupational Therapist: Starting an OT Program with Rachel Moore

Sarah and Rachel discuss: Link to first episode with Rachel: www.ot4lyfe.com/13 What her orientation looked like The emotional rollercoaster it was applying to OT schools What it felt like to get the acceptance letter into an OT program? Appreciating when things don’t always go as planned Volunteering not just in OT settings to understand the bigger picture Being a floater in a hospital Hippotherapy with a physical therapist Getting a snapshot of our lives through the podcast Fieldwork Mini Series: https://ot4lyfe.com/4 Advice for pre-OT students What Rachel is most excited for about OT school and what she is most nervous about Importance of building and growing your professional community as a student Adjusting to changes in schedule and in life because of being in school Pre-OT Success: https://otgrowth.com/ Standing out in you application Moving from an atmosphere of competition during applications to collaboration within a program Rachel turning the table on Sarah and asking her a few questions Embracing the time you have in school Paying attention to your self care while in school How to be confident in asking questions Getting involved in student leadership groups