LIVE From South College - General Studies with Dr Maureen Lambert and OTA with Suzanne Chittom

Ready to go "back to basics" on your education?  Need a refresher if it has "been a minute" since you went to school?  Or - thinking about a career in Occupational therapy? In Episode 35 of the Live From South College podcast, Kathleen Stockham hosts Dr. Maureen Lambert, Dean of General and Health Science Education, and Suzanne Chittom, Senior Chair of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program. They discuss the foundational role of general education in health sciences, the flexibility of the pre-nursing program, and the unique aspects of the OTA program. The episode highlights the importance of building a strong educational foundation and the diverse career paths available in health sciences.KeywordsSouth College, general education, health sciences, pre-nursing, occupational therapy assistant, educational foundation, career paths, student success, healthcare education, flexible learningTakeawaysDr. Maureen Lambert emphasizes the transformational journey of students entering college.The pre-nursing program provides a strong foundation for various healthcare careers.General education courses are crucial for preparing students for rigorous programs.Suzanne Chittom explains the holistic approach of the OTA program.Occupational therapy focuses on meaningful daily activities, not just jobs.The OTA program includes both online and hands-on lab components.Students are encouraged to connect with instructors and peers for support.South College offers robust tutoring and support services.The importance of adaptability and exploring different healthcare paths is highlighted.Both guests share personal stories of their educational and career journeys.Exploring Health Sciences at South CollegeThe Journey of Education and HealthcareBuilding Foundations in Health and EducationNavigating Career Paths in Health SciencesThe Role of General Education in HealthcareUnderstanding the Pre-Nursing ProgramOccupational Therapy: Beyond the BasicsStudent Success Stories at South CollegeFlexible Learning in Health SciencesThe Transformative Power of EducationSound bitesTransformational journey of students Strong foundation for healthcare careers Holistic approach of OTA program Focus on meaningful daily activities Robust tutoring and support services Adaptability in healthcare paths Personal stories of educational journeys Importance of general education Flexible learning opportunities Student success at South CollegeChapters00:00:00 Introduction to South College Podcast00:00:00 The Role of General Education00:00:00 Pre-Nursing Program Insights00:00:00 Occupational Therapy Assistant Program00:00:01 Student Success and Support Services00:00:01 Personal Journeys and Career Paths Got a question? Have some feedback? Email us at [email protected] or come visit us at www.south.edu.  Follow us on social media too.  The Live from South College Podcast is your source for all South College activity including new student information, deeps dive’s into our 100+ programs, and concentrations,  “Tools of the Trade,” and even Live on location from all of our campuses! Great interviews with Faculty, Staff, Deans and hear from South College students and alumni in their own words. From Certificates all the way to Doctoral degrees, catch up with “Live from South College” for the lighter side of helping your dreams find direction.