1. Home
  2. Support the profession
  3. Workforce reform 2024 programme
  4. OT in action: real stories, real impact

OT in action

Our blog series, 'OT in action: real stories, real impact' highlights the personal journeys of OT students and practitioners

OT in action: real stories, real impact

Our blog series, 'OT in action: real stories, real impact' highlights the personal journeys of OT students and practitioners, showcasing how occupational therapy transforms lives across social care and the justice system.

These stories feature innovative, occupation-centred practices and highlight the diverse career paths for future occupational therapists.

This series is designed to attract, engage, and retain talent within the profession. By spotlighting these journeys, we’re demonstrating the value of occupational therapy in opening doors to varied and impactful career opportunities.

Stories

Becca-Chatterton-blog-image.svg
From psychology to OT
Becca's journey into occupational therapy
Hasan-Ishaq-Qasim-Suleman-blog-image.svg
The Student Project
Four students, eight weeks, 118 assessments completed
Aamna-Lizzie-blog-image.svg
Empowered through experience
Our placements at Calderdale Council
Emma-Wilberforce-blog-image.svg
Inspired by family
My journey to becoming an occupational therapist
Anna-Ciara-blog-image.svg
Finding purpose through placement
Anna and Ciara’s story
Elaine-blog-image.svg
Unlocking potential
Occupational therapy in the justice system
Man and women sat down drinking a cup of tea
Exploring the role of OT
Occupational therapists support people to rebuild their lives.
Illustration of woman meditating
Finding my path
Building confidence through placement
illustration of women on laptop
Breaking new ground
Opening the conversation: OT in sexual health