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A master's degree or higher in occupational therapy is the minimum requirement for entry into the field
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There are no accredited entry-level occupational therapy or occupational therapy assistant educational programs that are offered in the online format. Some educational programs may offer some courses or parts of courses online, but there are no educational programs offered entirely online.
The following is written by and according to the U.S. Department of Labor and particular to the education and training required for Occupational Therapists.A master's degree or higher in occupational therapy is the typical minimum requirement for entry into the field. In addition, occupational therapists must attend an academic program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) in order to sit for the national certifying exam.For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated directly below this answer section.
Typically, it is a very career oriented program that gives the student all the expertise to enter the workforce in entry level positions immediately after completion of the program.
1. An occupational licence is a Governmental barrier to entry. The others are non-Governmental barriers to entry.
Occupational therapists must be licensed, requiring a master�s degree in occupational therapy, 6 months of supervised fieldwork, and passing scores on national and State examinations. In 2007, 124 master�s degree programs offered entry-level education, 66 programs offered a combined bachelor�s and master�s degree, and 5 offered an entry-level doctoral degree. Most schools have full-time programs, although a growing number are offering weekend or part-time programs as well. All States, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the District of Columbia regulate the practice of occupational therapy. To obtain a license, applicants must graduate from an accredited educational program and pass a national certification examination.
Every country in the world has its own entry and exit requirements. There are no countries that a resident of Ghana can enter without a visa.
It would take two to three years for the master's degree in occupational therapy. In addition, occupational therapists must attend an academic program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) in order to sit for the national certifying exam.
Doctor of physical therapy is an entry level degree and is typical compensated similarly to other PT degrees. Income varies greatly based on geographical location and practice setting. Take a look at the government site, Occupational Outlook Handbook for reported salaries.
Every country in the world is entitled to set their own entry requirements. In order to enter Turkey, a traveler does not need to adhere to an age limit if they are accompanied by an adult.
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