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Ladder to professional certification: the Career Mobility Program

N G Adams

    The American Journal of Occupational Therapy : Official Publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association
    |May 1, 1981
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    The Career Mobility Program helps certified occupational therapy assistants advance their careers. Most participants reported career advancement after completing the program.

    Area of Science:

    • Occupational therapy
    • Professional development
    • Healthcare education

    Background:

    • The Career Mobility Program facilitates the transition of certified occupational therapy assistants (COTAs) to registered occupational therapists (OTRs).
    • Limited data exist on the program's effectiveness and participant outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the Career Mobility Program's impact on participants' professional advancement.
    • To analyze the performance and backgrounds of COTAs transitioning to OTRs.
    • To identify the benefits and drawbacks of program participation.

    Main Methods:

    • Compilation of data from 43 therapists completing the program over 5.5 years.
    • Analysis of certification examination performance.
    • Review of candidates' educational and employment histories.

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  • Collection of qualitative data via follow-up questionnaires regarding program experiences.

    • Main Results:

    • Over 70% of 26 surveyed participants reported career advancement.
    • Analysis of certification exam performance and background data provided insights into candidate profiles.
    • Follow-up questionnaires revealed participant-reported advantages and disadvantages.

    Conclusions:

    • The Career Mobility Program appears to be an effective pathway for career advancement in occupational therapy.
    • Program outcomes suggest a positive impact on professional mobility for COTAs.
    • Further research could explore long-term career trajectories and program scalability.