M07: Overview

 

 Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, & Athletic Trainers

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this lesson, students will be able to:

  • Explain the difference between physical therapy, occupational therapy, and athletic trainers. 
  • Describe the education, certification, and licenses needed for physical therapists, occupational therapists, and athletic trainers.  
  • Identify the training and education needed for physical therapy and occupational therapy aides. 
  • Discuss the job outlook for athletic trainers in the United States and in Utah. 
  • Describe the work environments for physical therapists, occupational therapists, and athletic trainers. 

 

Overview

In this module, we will be covering a variety of different careers such as Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Athletic Trainers. A strength of both Physical Therapy and Occupational therapy is that they have a variety of careers with different educational requirements. The aids and assistants within both Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy require an associate's or even on-the-job training. This can be a great opportunity to test out this occupation before committing to graduate school or gaining experience to get into graduate school. 

 

Activities

  READ

  • See M07: Read page

  DISCUSS

  • M07: Career Exploration Discussion #2
  • M07: Book Chapter Summary

  SUBMIT

  • M07: Create a PowerPoint
  • M07: Topic 3 Career Exploration