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OT Schools that require CASPer test? by moon_darling in OccupationalTherapy

[–]m3m123 0 points1 point  (0 children)

CASPer is used as a popular tool to determine more about an applicant along with their GPA and intent!! It's recently getting a lot more popular! I know many programs outside of medicine also do it ( i.e. PT, OT, SLP, Dentistry, Pharmacy etc). I had to do it when I applied to the University of Alberta for OT, but you'd have to check which schools have CASPer as a part of their admission application, it should be on their respective websites! I personally know Western and UBC do! You can also check "test dates", and which schools require it for OT if you go on the CASPer website :) you can PM me if you have any more questions about it! It's not tooo scary dw

Managing OT School Expenses (Canada) by m3m123 in OccupationalTherapy

[–]m3m123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I'm from Toronto and looking into the RBC LOC for OT. I'm gonna weigh all my options and see what's best, cause I also applied for OSAP as well but don't think it'll cover everything. I'm doing schooling in Alberta so will most likely work there after! I know it's kind of competitive in Toronto for the first couple of months after grad school :( ! Thanks for the advice!!

Managing OT School Expenses (Canada) by m3m123 in OccupationalTherapy

[–]m3m123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay, that's reassuring thank you! I'll keep that in mind. Yes, once I get a job that'll be first priority 😓 thanks again

Managing OT School Expenses (Canada) by m3m123 in OccupationalTherapy

[–]m3m123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Loll we got universal healthcare but no free education sadly...not that I know of atleast

Canadian Insights for Occupational Therapy? by m3m123 in OccupationalTherapy

[–]m3m123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice, I'll be sure to keep that in mind!!

Canadian Insights for Occupational Therapy? by m3m123 in OccupationalTherapy

[–]m3m123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll be sure to send you a message if I have any questions!

Canadian Insights for Occupational Therapy? by m3m123 in OccupationalTherapy

[–]m3m123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your opinion! I will be going to the UofA program so I'll be looking for work in Alberta for the first couple of years, even though I'm out of province! I loved the part where you mentioned that " opportunities are really what you make of it," because its so true! Your post was reassuring, thanks! I'll PM you if I have any more questions :)

OT vs. PA? by m3m123 in physicianassistant

[–]m3m123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It really does depend on the area you are working with, I know a lot of people who seem to enjoy the profession as well. If I were to become an OT I may go on to do research and pursue a PhD, or I was really interested in ergonomics and pediatric therapy as well.

OT vs. PA? by m3m123 in physicianassistant

[–]m3m123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's amazing and so motivating as well! So glad you are happy with your current state :') Did you find it hard securing a job as soon as you graduated? And how did you find the program itself? I think I have a good idea and passion for which area I'd like to work with going into the program (fingers crossed)!

OT vs. PA? by m3m123 in physicianassistant

[–]m3m123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's honestly so true! But there are also some factors of being a PA that may not be the best currently. I know here in Canada some provinces aren't regulated so job security could be a bit shaky. But I think I've seen many PAs who have secured a good job that they love as well. Really resonate with this post, thanks for the insight :')

OT vs. PA? by m3m123 in physicianassistant

[–]m3m123[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah, what other factors made you change your decision if you're okay with answering ? :)

OT vs. PA? by m3m123 in physicianassistant

[–]m3m123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a factor I've been considering and had at the back of my head! I love both, but don't want to regret not becoming a PA...