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Exploring Health Careers: Occupational Therapy

Program Details:
November 12, 2026 | 5:00-6:15 PM
Modality:
  • Webinar
Registration Fee(s):
Free
Additional Details
Instructional Hours:
1.25
Registration Deadline:
11/12/26 5:15 PM
Cancellation Deadline:
11/12/26 5:00 PM
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Presenter(s)
Description
Discover the rewarding profession of occupational therapy and learn how occupational therapists help individuals overcome challenges and participate fully in everyday life. This session will explore the role of occupational therapists, educational requirements, career opportunities, and the pathways students can take to pursue a career in this dynamic healthcare profession.

Keywords: Occupational Therapy, OT, Health Careers, Therapy

Objectives

At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  • Describe different settings where occupational therapists work.
  • Outline the steps needed to become an occupational therapist.
  • Identify health conditions and challenges that occupational therapists help individuals manage and overcome.
Disclosures
The sessions are presented as part of the South Carolina AHEC Health Careers Program targeted at high school, undergraduate, and gap year pre-health students. A certificate of participation is only given to those who attend and complete an evaluation. This program does not meet professional development requirements for practicing health professionals.
Credits Available
  • High School Students
    Area Health Education Consortium Student
    • Pricing:
      • Regular: Free (Until 11/12/2026)
    Credit Statement
    Participation recognition only: This 1.25 hour(s) program is presented by SC AHEC.
  • College Students
    Area Health Education Consortium Student
    • Pricing:
      • Regular: Free (Until 11/12/2026)
    Credit Statement
    Participation recognition only: This 1.25 hour(s) program is presented by SC AHEC.
  • All Other Participants
    Area Health Education Consortium
    • Pricing:
      • Regular: Free (Until 11/12/2026)
    Credit Statement
    Participation recognition only: This 1.25 hour(s) program is presented by SC AHEC.
Locations/Participation Options
Contact(s)

If you have questions about the credits, location/video conference information, or any other details specific to this particular program, please reach out to the contact(s) below:

  • Name:
    Paula M Jones
    Phone:
    843-792-4443
    Email:
    jonespa@musc.edu
  • Name:
    Chakita Goodwin
    Phone:
    843-792-6222
    Email:
    goodchak@musc.edu
If you have questions related to registering or using the AHEC Learning Portal, please contact alp@scahec.net.

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