Occupational Therapists

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Instruct patients on practices and equipment that can make daily living and working easier.

Occupational Therapists organize rehabilitation programs that help people build greater independence. They work with people who have disabilities or developmental delays. They test and evaluate people's abilities.

Wages	$40.62 per hour on average
Demand	High Demand
Outlook	The outlook is Very Good
Education & Training	Graduate degree (any type) is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Pre-Occupational Therapy, Bemidji State University Pre-Occupational Therapy, Minnesota State University Moorhead Pre-Occupational Therapy, St. Cloud State University Pre-Occupational Therapy, Southwest Minnesota State University
On the Job	Work Activities Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities. Record patient medical histories. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment. Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment. Prepare healthcare training materials. Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities. Design medical devices or appliances. Design public or employee health programs. Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.
Career Pathways	Therapeutic Services
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