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| Amanda Morrison: occupational therapists are "able to play a role in promoting independence for people." (Abriel photo) |
Amanda Morrison says she had a limited knowledge of the diversity of the occupational therapy profession. That quickly changed once she arrived at ±«Óătv.
ÒWhen I first came, I had no idea what occupational therapy really was. I didnÕt realize you could take it in so many directions. Through the program and various work placements, I realized the broad scope of the profession,” she says. From Sydney, Amanda is graduating with a B.Sc. Occupational Therapy.
She was always drawn to a health-related field, and chose occupational therapy for the interaction with patients and the ability to make a difference in their lives. ÒYou seem to get to know people a bit more in this field, and are able to play a role in promoting independence for people.”
During her time at ±«Óătv, she completed diverse career placements that gave her invaluable clinical experience. These ranged from working with orthopaedic patients recovering from injuries or surgery, to organizing a day camp for children with learning disabilities in Newfoundland.
She has been hired by a nursing home in Cape Breton and looks forward to taking her new skills as an occupational therapist back to her home community.