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Occupational Therapy
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Helping people to do what they need and want to do
The work of occupational therapists is diverse. They adapt environments, activities or equipment to enhance participation in everyday tasks, assisting people of all ages and abilities to do what they need and want to do at home, work, school and in the community.
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There is a high demand for allied health professionals. Discover how you could help transform the lives of others with a course in Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy. Develop skills in our state-of-the-art facilities and gain hands-on knowledge through industry placements.
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One of the best clinical lab facilities in Australia
Health Clinics on-campus provide safe and supervised environments for practicums
5-star health ratings
We are 5-star rated in psychology, nursing and health services and support (GUG 2023)
Graduates in very high demand
Health graduates in very high demand as Health Care and Social Assistance is Australia's largest and fastest growing industry
Guaranteed entry with Diploma of Health
Students are guaranteed entry with Diploma of Health into numerous Health Bachelor courses
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“My main highlight of studying occupational therapy so far has been my first year occupational therapy placement. I was in a paediatric setting where I was learning hands-on clinical experience.”
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