Fingers crosswd Posted June 13 Report Share Posted June 13 Just now, Fingers crosswd said: I figured I would create one since I couldn't find one! I think this link will work! https://www.facebook.com/share/h1fuSWHyCYdoThAR/ I should specify that it's for Dal physio! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aspiring.peds.ot Posted June 13 Report Share Posted June 13 15 hours ago, thereluctantemu said: Interesting! Can I ask, do you work for Alberta Health Services/Covenant Health? Or are you at a clinic? My two degrees are BFA Acting (lol) and a BEd. So....really unrelated to anything Kin. I've worked in healthcare casually for years but as an administrator, so it isn't like I've ever done hands on work with clients. I have worked with kids as a teacher, obviously, but none of my students ever had OT involvement or significant special needs so I don't really feel like that's super relevant either. I'm waitlisted for OT at the U of A and so I'm hoping to get some more OT-related volunteering in to prepare for next year BUT if I could actually have a job doing it, even better! I'm not really sure that my education would be relevant enough though. I would suggest highlighting how your experiences bring a unique perspective to the field. How are you going to take your background in BFA and BEd to make a difference in this field! Perhaps look into some of the different/unique settings and therapy techniques that OT's use and create an application or interview to reflect your skills and education! "Occupational therapy can incorporate arts and crafts into intervention to provide individuals with a chance for self-expression, coping strategies, access to social groups, and improved physical functioning (Winther-Hansen et al., 2020)." I would for sure still try to gain more relevant experience through volunteering directly in the field or in a hands-on environment with individuals with cognitive or physical needs, but I just wanted to mention that these programs value everyones different perspectives, so try to use your degrees to your advantage! Get creative. You could even do something like starting a club or after-school program at one of your schools for students with disabilities to express themselves through acting, singing, dance, etc. Goodluck on the rest of your journey!! thereluctantemu 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thereluctantemu Posted June 13 Report Share Posted June 13 23 minutes ago, aspiring.peds.ot said: I would suggest highlighting how your experiences bring a unique perspective to the field. How are you going to take your background in BFA and BEd to make a difference in this field! Perhaps look into some of the different/unique settings and therapy techniques that OT's use and create an application or interview to reflect your skills and education! "Occupational therapy can incorporate arts and crafts into intervention to provide individuals with a chance for self-expression, coping strategies, access to social groups, and improved physical functioning (Winther-Hansen et al., 2020)." I would for sure still try to gain more relevant experience through volunteering directly in the field or in a hands-on environment with individuals with cognitive or physical needs, but I just wanted to mention that these programs value everyones different perspectives, so try to use your degrees to your advantage! Get creative. You could even do something like starting a club or after-school program at one of your schools for students with disabilities to express themselves through acting, singing, dance, etc. Goodluck on the rest of your journey!! I definitely tried to do that in my letters. I also play guitar and sing and would be very interested in using music through OT. Ah well. If I apply next year then hopefully I'll get in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fh1002 Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 10 hours ago, thereluctantemu said: I definitely tried to do that in my letters. I also play guitar and sing and would be very interested in using music through OT. Ah well. If I apply next year then hopefully I'll get in. I feel like this is a good time for me to chime in and say I did get in to a few OT schools without OT-specific volunteer or work experience. Granted, I have a lot of experience in a PT clinic and working with disabled folks. I tried my best to tap into the "why" and who I am in my interviews/statements... Hope that helps! thereluctantemu 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PT-2024 Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 Hi! Anyone here going to UOttawa physio in the fall? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aspiringOT23 Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 Any western OT movement? I'm starting to lose hope Was really hoping for Western as I'm in the upper third of the waitlist but the movement seems to be slow/minimal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AppliedtoOT Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 1 minute ago, aspiringOT23 said: Any western OT movement? I'm starting to lose hope Was really hoping for Western as I'm in the upper third of the waitlist but the movement seems to be slow/minimal I know right! It’s been radio silence 😞 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AppliedtoOT Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 Does anyone know if the people on the waitlist have to upload their final transcripts to ORPAS by June 30th too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopefullyOTpls Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 Does anyone know about UofT's OT waitlist movement? I'm beginning to lose hope PlsTakeMeOT 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
otot123 Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 just wanted to share for those waiting, my friend was accepted into Uoft OT and said the class received emails for onboarding/orientation yesterday. not sure what that means for waitlist, i was rejected but it might help to reach out and ask if the class is full HopefullyOTpls 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Add Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 Hey guys! I am starting to think about applications for next year and I was wondering if anyone here had any experiences applying to the UK as well. I would love to hear about what that process was like! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OTOT1234 Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 Does anyone know if McMaster is done seeing out offers !? I wish they would keep us updated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlsTakeMeOT Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 1 hour ago, HopefullyOTpls said: Does anyone know about UofT's OT waitlist movement? I'm beginning to lose hope i just called uoft and they said that they’re not expecting anymore movement on the waitlist during this time, but there could be potential movement in july and august if some students decide to drop. otot123 and HopefullyOTpls 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amybladon Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 Hi everyone! Congrats to everyone who got accepted! I accepted OT at U of T and am looking for a roommate! I want to be close to campus and I know places will be cheaper with a few roommates. If anyone is looking for a roommate please let me know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopefulforOT Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 Hey everyone! I got off of the waitlist for UBC (MOT) in the Fraser cohort and will be accepting my offer. Hopefully this helps someone! If there is a group chat for this cohort please lmk! OTbean and thereluctantemu 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJMRUPT Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 On 6/12/2024 at 6:40 PM, thereluctantemu said: Interesting! Can I ask, do you work for Alberta Health Services/Covenant Health? Or are you at a clinic? My two degrees are BFA Acting (lol) and a BEd. So....really unrelated to anything Kin. I've worked in healthcare casually for years but as an administrator, so it isn't like I've ever done hands on work with clients. I have worked with kids as a teacher, obviously, but none of my students ever had OT involvement or significant special needs so I don't really feel like that's super relevant either. I'm waitlisted for OT at the U of A and so I'm hoping to get some more OT-related volunteering in to prepare for next year BUT if I could actually have a job doing it, even better! I'm not really sure that my education would be relevant enough though. I am working at a PT clinic not AHS or Covenant Health, we do have 1 OT but I do not really work with them. I would say if you can't find a job, hopefully find some opportunities to volunteer in a clinic just to get hands on experience. Then hopefully if you do great they can offer you a paid position there Good luck with everything! Wishing the best for you. thereluctantemu 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UBCMPT Posted June 14 Report Share Posted June 14 hi everyone! just wanted to come on here and say that i got an offer off the waitlist for ubc mpt this afternoon for the van cohort! don’t lose hope! thereluctantemu 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thereluctantemu Posted June 15 Report Share Posted June 15 8 hours ago, HopefulforOT said: Hey everyone! I got off of the waitlist for UBC (MOT) in the Fraser cohort and will be accepting my offer. Hopefully this helps someone! If there is a group chat for this cohort please lmk! Congratulations!!!! HopefulforOT 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thereluctantemu Posted June 15 Report Share Posted June 15 6 hours ago, UBCMPT said: hi everyone! just wanted to come on here and say that i got an offer off the waitlist for ubc mpt this afternoon for the van cohort! don’t lose hope! Congrats! Seems like UBC has been having quite a bit of movement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thereluctantemu Posted June 15 Report Share Posted June 15 6 hours ago, JJMRUPT said: I am working at a PT clinic not AHS or Covenant Health, we do have 1 OT but I do not really work with them. I would say if you can't find a job, hopefully find some opportunities to volunteer in a clinic just to get hands on experience. Then hopefully if you do great they can offer you a paid position there Good luck with everything! Wishing the best for you. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UBCMPT1111 Posted June 15 Report Share Posted June 15 Hi All, I also got an offer off the UBC MPT waitlist this afternoon for the Fraser Valley Cohort. I will be accepting it, best of luck to everyone. thereluctantemu 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopefulforOT Posted June 15 Report Share Posted June 15 4 hours ago, thereluctantemu said: Congratulations!!!! Thank you so much!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FutureOT22 Posted June 17 Report Share Posted June 17 Hi everyone, for those on the Queen’s OT waitlist we just received an email saying all the spots have been filled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AppliedtoOT Posted June 17 Report Share Posted June 17 Just now, FutureOT22 said: Hi everyone, for those on the Queen’s OT waitlist we just received an email saying all the spots have been filled. That’s weird, I’m on the Queen’s waitlist and didn’t receive that email. What time did you receive it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OTOT1234 Posted June 17 Report Share Posted June 17 26 minutes ago, AppliedtoOT said: That’s weird, I’m on the Queen’s waitlist and didn’t receive that email. What time did you receive it? Me too. I'm also on the Queen's waitlist and didn't receive anything? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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