Volunteering Internationally in Occupational Therapy

Want to Be an Occupational Therapy Volunteer Abroad?

Have you ever wanted to be an occupational therapy volunteer abroad? Ever dream of exploring cultures, helping others, meeting like minded professionals or promote occupational therapy in foreign countries?

In this episode, Sarah Putt MA, OTR/L and I talk about how she uses volunteering internationally to sharpen her critical thinking skills, creativity, and giving back to the occupational therapy profession.

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Have you ever wanted to be an occupational therapy volunteer abroad? Ever dream of exploring cultures, helping others, meeting like minded professionals or promote occupational therapy in foreign countries? Get all your questions answered and learn how you can do it today! | OTflourish.com #occupationaltherapy #OT

World Federation of Occupational Therapists | WFOT

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→ 3 Key Takeaways

  1. If you have an itch to explore occupational therapy volunteer opportunities abroad – DO IT!
  2. Do your research to find a reputable company to volunteer with that aligns with your ethics and standards.
  3. You get as much out of it personally as you do professionally when you become an occupational therapy volunteer abroad

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