Helping others overcome life challenges and improve their wellbeing is a truly fulfilling career path. Occupational therapy plays a crucial role in supporting individuals who face physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges. For those passionate about making a meaningful impact on people's lives, occupational therapy offers a rewarding and impactful career opportunity. Our engaging, interactive, and resource-driven course is designed to meet a variety of learning needs, providing a strong foundation in the field.
This free online course introduces you to the core principles of occupational therapy, along with therapeutic techniques that can be applied across different age groups. Through visual content and real-life scenarios, you will gain the essential knowledge and skills needed to work with clients facing both physical and mental health challenges. Topics covered include mental health in occupational therapy, stress management techniques, and how therapy supports mental wellness and helps individuals navigate major life transitions.
While this course does not qualify you to work as a fully licensed occupational therapist, it offers valuable insights for those interested in healthcare roles like rehabilitation specialists, therapy assistants, or support workers. It’s ideal for individuals eager to learn how to provide targeted support to those in need.
What You Will Learn In This Free Course
View All Learning Outcomes View Less All Alison courses are free to enrol, study, and complete. To successfully complete this Certificate course and become an Alison Graduate, you need to achieve 80% or higher in each course assessment.
Once you have completed this Certificate course, you have the option to acquire an official Certificate, which is a great way to share your achievement with the world.
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Alison offers 2 types of Certificate for completed Certificate courses:
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