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NYIT Faculty Information About Occupational Therapy				What is Occupational Therapy? Occupational therapy is the use of purposeful activity with individuals who are limited by physical injury or illness, psychosocial dysfunction, developmental or learning disabilities, poverty, cultural differences or the aging process. The practice of occupational therapy encompasses evaluation, intervention and consultation in order to help the individual to maximize independent function, to prevent further disability and to maintain health. Click here for more information about occupational therapy from the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). What is the Job Market Like? Job prospects are excellent, with 100% of our graduates employed within twelve weeks in a job of their choice. The Department of Labor describes the job prospects for occupational therapy as increasing faster than average, indicating a 21-35% increase in job opportunities. Click here for more information from the Department of Labor and the Occupational Outlook Handbook about occupational therapy. Click here to find out more information from the AOTA about career opportunities in occupational therapy.
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