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Why Choose OTD: Job & Career Growth

US News & World Report ranked occupational therapy as No. 10 on its list and No. 19 on its in January 2021.

Occupational therapists can work in a broad range of environments, from hospitals, rehabilitation centers to schools, medical offices — even clients’ homes. Research, academia and policy/regulatory work are also possible career paths.

Overall, the job outlook for occupational therapists is strong, with higher-than-average growth as compared to other occupations:

  • 16% job growth in the sector through 2029 and an increase of 22,700 jobs.

  • Glassdoor ranked OT on its list of for 2018, 2019, and 2020.

Selected Career Paths

SPECIALTY AREAS OF PRACTICE

  • Administration
  • Clinical work
  • Environmental modifications
  • Higher education
  • Outpatient rehabilitation
  • Regulatory work
  • Systems case management
  • Advocacy
  • Daycare/Preschool day programs
  • Ergonomics
  • Home health
  • Pediatrics
  • Research
  • Work capacity evaluation
  • Consulting
  • Driving + community mobility
  • Geriatrics
  • Mental health
  • Physical rehabilitation
  • Senior community centers
  • Worker鈥檚 compensation