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Occupational Therapy in Health Care
|August 16, 2013
Summary
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) possess distinct beliefs and values, forming a unique subculture. Understanding and integrating this subculture can positively influence COTAs and the broader occupational therapy profession.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Therapy
- Professional Subcultures
- Healthcare Workforce Dynamics
Background:
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) exhibit unique beliefs and values.
- These differ from the mainstream occupational therapy (OT) professional culture.
- This divergence has led to the formation of a distinct COTA subculture.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify the specific beliefs and values of COTAs.
- To explore the influence of the COTA subculture on its members and the OT profession.
- To propose strategies for integrating COTA perspectives into mainstream OT culture.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of COTA beliefs and values.
- Exploration of subcultural evolution within the OT profession.
- Development of strategies for professional integration and positive influence.
Main Results:
- Identification of a distinct subculture among COTAs, characterized by unique beliefs and values.
- Recognition of the subculture's potential to significantly impact both COTAs and the wider OT profession.
- Acknowledgement of existing differences between COTA and mainstream OT cultural norms.
Conclusions:
- The COTA subculture presents both opportunities and challenges for the occupational therapy profession.
- Strategies are proposed to foster a positive integration of COTA perspectives.
- Empowering COTAs to embrace challenges can lead to their positive influence within mainstream OT culture.
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