I recently applied to a few MS OT programs, I was not admitted because my GPA was not as high as the other applicants. I called one school to gain further information he said that I was not admitted because of my GPA and advised me to take more science classes ( although they were not apart of the prerequisite requirements) or look into other programs that have a lower average applicant GPA ( I looked into them and they all involve me taking even more prerequisites. The things that he advised me to do are not things I am able to do, I have been taking prerequisites for over a year, out of pocket, I cannot afford to take anymore. I am looking into OTA programs, although it is an associates degree and I already have a bachelors degree (in sociology). The man I spoke to seemed to be trying to talk me out of the OTA program that they offered at their school, he said that I was over qualified. I understand that but I am very interested in the work and field of occupational therapy. I understand that OTA's make less, but 40K doesn't sound too bad to me especially when I currently work at a daycare with almost minimum wage. I have been doing a lot of research and I don't think I would mind being an OTA, but why was this man trying so hard to talk me out of it????? I just think it would be the best path for me at this time, especially financially.
THOUGHTS? HELP ME!!
THOUGHTS? HELP ME!!