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Occupational therapy entry-level education in Australia: which path(s) to take?
Louise Farnworth1, Sylvia Rodger, Michael Curtin
1Department of Occupational Therapy, Monash University, Frankston, Victoria, Australia. louise.farnworth@med.monash.edu.au
Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
|September 22, 2010
Summary
This study examines the evolving landscape of occupational therapy education in Australia, weighing the pros and cons of different entry-level credentials. It emphasizes the need for the profession to proactively shape its future educational standards.
Area of Science:
- Health Sciences
- Education Policy
Background:
- Increasing number of occupational therapy programs in Australia.
- Discussion around phasing out bachelor's degrees in favor of higher entry credentials.
Purpose of the Study:
- Identify advantages and disadvantages of current and future occupational therapy entry-level credentials.
- Analyze issues concerning entry-level occupational therapy education.
Main Methods:
- Literature review.
- Analysis of current issues in occupational therapy education.
Main Results:
- Complex underlying issues require significant professional consideration.
- The profession faces external influences on entry-level requirements.
Conclusions:
- The occupational therapy profession must take proactive control of its educational standards.
- Urgent need for the profession to define its entry-level requirements before external bodies do.
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