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Excited to share that I have just passed my Assessors qualification! 🎉 This allows me to assess both occupational competence in the workplace and work-related skills in the classroom. Looking forward to applying this knowledge to support others on their journey #AssessorsQualification #ProfessionalDevelopment

📚 Don't miss this groundbreaking research! 🌐 Explore "Expanding Occupational Health, Safety, and Well-Being Education in Undergraduate Curriculums" by Kaitlin M. Gallagher, Yuanlu Niu, and Sarah Lueke from the hhpr department. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gyi95-Wt 🌱 Addressing calls from ILO and NIOSH, the paper discusses ways to broaden education beyond traditional disciplines. 🧠 Discover theoretical backgrounds, learning strategies, case studies, and future opportunities in reshaping education for a safer and healthier future! 🌟 #HHPR #UARK

Make this school year memorable for you, your #students, and even your fellow practitioners by equipping yourself with the latest tools & resources related to school-based practice like this occupational profile template! Check out our #backtoschool celebration page for easy access to these resources & more: aota.org/backtoschool #occupationaltherapy

Discover the Power of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)! Did you know that your existing skills and knowledge could pave the way to earning Occupational Certificates? With RPL, you can showcase your expertise and fast-track your journey to professional recognition.  Don't let your experience go unnoticed - leverage RPL to unlock new opportunities and propel your career forward! WhatsApp 0663873876 to connect with us! #oxbridgeacademy #homestudy #studyanywhere #RPL #CareerDevelopment #ProfessionalRecognition

Less than 1 week until our March newsletter is published! This month's edition will feature testimonials from district partners, classroom strategies from occupational therapists, and research from NPR that reveals that most teacher training programs aren't backed by science. Subscribe to the newsletter here ➡️ https://buff.ly/494u4BK #ChartwellTeachingInstitute #TeacherResources #EducationInnovation

Let’s use the OT profile more.

PreHealth Advisors, another opportunity for your PreOT students to learn more about ATSU's MSOT and OTD programs. The link below lists upcoming sessions for OT and other ATSU programs!

Last semester, I was privileged enough to watch Chatham University's Chapter of The Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity (COTAD) presentation about hair care and inclusion in our role as OTs. This presentation discussed everything: from aspects of caring for different hair types to different hair tools and equipment to specific hair care routines, and lastly, to how hair may hold different cultural and religious values for clients (but not always). The main goal is not to assume anything and always ask our clients what their preference is! I learned so much valuable information from this presentation, and look forward to learning more from COTAD at Chatham!

Fulfilling President Lincoln’s Promise: Overcoming the Stigma of Veteran Healthcare I’m excited to present this year’s keynote at the Barbara Rider Colloquium at Western Michigan University. The VA Mission Statement: "To fulfill President Lincoln's promise to care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors." Let’s look into the stigma associated with Veteran healthcare through the different lenses of Veterans, their families and caregivers, the public, and VHA employees. I will share Veteran experiences of VA healthcare. I will also share my own experience as a disabled combat Veteran while both receiving and providing Veteran healthcare in the private sector and in the VHA. We’ll explore the nature of Veteran healthcare stigma and its effect on Veteran healthcare access. We’ll discuss ways Occupational Therapy practitioners can combat Veteran healthcare stigma. I trust that in helping others understand the stigma, they will see the potential in today’s more inclusive, innovative, and mission-driven Veteran healthcare. There is hope that we will fulfill Lincoln’s promise. Where does Occupational Therapy fit in this hope for the future? Let’s find out. #VA #VHA #Veterans #VeteranHealthcare #OccupationalTherapy #WMU #AOTA

The leadership at the Career Development Center has requested that I and other student employees create a list of goals for the upcoming semester. I intend to utilize the office’s Plan Your FUTURE steps to better prepare for my applications to Occupational Therapy programs next year. This office not only helps us assist students but also supports our own professional development. While you’re engaged in higher education or your career, I encourage you to establish new goals or assess your progress on existing ones. #Career #future #goals