OT949407 Posted November 22, 2016 Report Share Posted November 22, 2016 Hey there, For my letter of recommendation I am having trouble deciding between two people. I already have a past professor writing one letter, but for the other I cannot decide between the PT I worked for a few years ago and the mother of a boy with Autism whom I have worked with for the past six years (and currently still do). The mother has provided me with a lot of OT resources to work off of, has met with tons of OTs, and works with children and adults with Autism, so she really understands the profession. I meet with her and her son weekly. I am still in contact with the PT and see her frequently, but have not worked at the clinic since 2014. I feel like a letter from a PT who owns a clinic may be viewed more advantageously from the admissions standpoint though? Any advice is appreciated! Thanks!! Edit: I am applying for OT by the way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bambi Posted November 22, 2016 Report Share Posted November 22, 2016 Difficult choice. I would go with the mother. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDwannabe02 Posted November 23, 2016 Report Share Posted November 23, 2016 Agreed. Especially if applying for OT and not PT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OThopeful18 Posted November 24, 2016 Report Share Posted November 24, 2016 Is there any rule against family members of clients giving references? I remember UBC specifically states that family members of a client are not allowed to be referees, references must come from a professional. But I don't know the rules for all the other universities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OT949407 Posted November 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2016 Is there any rule against family members of clients giving references? I remember UBC specifically states that family members of a client are not allowed to be referees, references must come from a professional. But I don't know the rules for all the other universities. Yea that's what I was kind of worried about as well. I also feel having someone with a professional designation might be good on the application? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OThopeful18 Posted November 28, 2016 Report Share Posted November 28, 2016 I recommend getting a reference from a professional. Better safe than sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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