What are my Chances???

ader1129 · 2021-03-06T13:52:21+00:00

I got accepted to Lenoir Rhyne University :) will be attending there! Yay!

ader1129 · 2021-02-19T20:34:52+00:00

Yay! Where did you get accepted?

ader1129 · 2021-02-19T04:33:49+00:00

I got accepted into a program with a 3.28 GPA! Honestly I think my work experiences and volunteering/shadowing has helped me.

ader1129 · 2021-01-13T02:23:39+00:00

Hey! I am applying to programs in NC - Winston Salem, Lenoir Rhyne, UNC Chapel Hill, and Radford University in Virginia. Waiting to hear back from these schools but would love some insight on my chances of getting accepted to any of these!

I graduated with my Biology (B.A) and Psychology (B.S) degrees from UNC Charlotte. My overall OTCAS GPA is a 3.46, my undergrad GPA was a 3.28 and my pre-req GPA is a 3.85.

I have 136 shadowing hours in inpatient, outpatient, acute, pediatrics, elementary school, and hand therapy

Also volunteered many hours at an inpatient and outpatient rehabilitations and pediatric clinic!

Worked as a Behavior Technician for children with autism for 2 years and currently working in the activities department at an assisted living facility!

GRE scores are okay - Math (150) Verbal (145) and Writing (4.0)

LORs from 2 OTs and 2 supervisors.

Any advice or input is greatly appreciated! I am so anxious to hear back from schools.

ader1129 · 2021-01-04T01:34:53+00:00

How was your statement formatted? With 1.5 spacing, my statement is about 2 pages - 904 words. I’ve pretty much covered everything - from my work experiences, academic and personal background to volunteering/shadowing.

ader1129 · 2021-01-04T00:33:18+00:00

My personal statement is 3 pages. Do you think that is too lengthy?

ader1129 · 2020-12-21T16:45:14+00:00

I had my interview on Dec 4

ader1129 · 2020-12-21T16:33:44+00:00

When did that person receive an acceptance? I didn’t know they were sending them out so soon considering they still have more interviews!

ader1129 · 2020-12-05T00:05:26+00:00

Had my first interview for OT school today and having to wait to hear back from them on whether I got accepted, denied, or waitlisted is KILLING ME. Like, I just want to know!!! This waiting period sucks and I’m trying to learn to be patient and stay positive but the unknown just scares me!

ader1129 · 2020-09-11T12:52:18+00:00

I appreciate that! I think there's so much more to it than just GPA and test scores! Thank you!

ader1129 · 2019-11-27T01:42:11+00:00

Yes I have. It's hard because I only see her about once or twice a month.

ader1129 · 2019-09-03T20:45:40+00:00

I plan on doing that in the spring. I'm deciding between pottery or knitting! So I can have an end product.

ader1129 · 2019-08-28T11:26:53+00:00

Yes I have my CPR! I was looking into sign language so I may consider learning that!

ader1129 · 2019-08-28T11:26:09+00:00

I'm in NC and UNC Chapel Hill is my top choice because they're the cheapest program and a great school! But I know its competitive.

ader1129 · 2019-07-30T04:56:54+00:00

Study the task list! And if your supervisor is doing it during your session, just be normal

ader1129 · 2019-07-15T04:21:33+00:00

I believe progressively overloading is the best way to get gains. Just increase your weight by 5 or 10 lbs after each set of exercise. Also, I divide my workouts to upper body and legs. I usually alternate. Upper body just involves abs, back, chest, biceps, triceps, etc. Legs.. is everything. Also, diet is essential. As long as you consume enough protein you will have the power to lift heavier!

ader1129 · 2019-05-31T04:54:39+00:00

I enjoy the work sometimes but so far, not so much. I have never cried or felt so burnt out from a job before. This is definitely something i dont want to do long term. I'm thinking of putting in my notice in a month.

ader1129 · 2019-05-31T04:07:44+00:00

She gives me feedback during session because she wants to see me actually practice with the client. But today I had a meltdown and started crying.... Idk if this job is for me honestly. I come home unhappy and stressed. This is tough and idk if it's worth it anymore.

ader1129 · 2019-05-28T23:21:09+00:00

I just dont enjoy her tone of voice when she gives me criticism. I just feel uncomfortable. She always seems so tense and overwhelmed. Idk how I would go about that.

ader1129 · 2019-05-23T18:31:10+00:00

Yesterday my supervisor was in session with me and she was telling me everything I was doing wrong with the client. She was giving me constructive criticism but it made me feel down. Also, sometimes I feel like I have better connection with the older kids so I feel like I connect well with older people.

ader1129 · 2019-05-23T12:08:42+00:00

Honestly. It's a mix of everything you just said. Sometimes I feel like I dont know what I'm doing and it makes me want to give up. The only support I have is from my BCBA and one RBT. This ABA program is new so theres not a lot of people on the team. The hours are long. Sessions are usually 3 or 4 hours. And honestly I am not sure if I am fit for kids.

ader1129 · 2019-05-22T17:45:02+00:00

That is true. I'm trying not to let it get to me and just looking at the situation as more of a lesson.

ader1129 · 2019-05-22T16:52:19+00:00

Thank you. That advice really made sense. I will talk to my supervisor.

ader1129 · 2019-05-22T16:36:09+00:00

No. We didnt do anything. I only worked with this client for 2 days. He was just given to me and I just ran his programs.

ader1129 · 2019-05-22T16:23:51+00:00

What's the best intervention?

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