Researched-based OT Programs

[juls0318]

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Hello,

Can anyone tell me what the benefit is going to a researched-based OT program if you are not planning on getting a phD or do research work after receiving the masters?

I personally am not interested in research, will this affect me in becoming a good OT?

Do you think it is possible to be a good OT without research experience?

Thanks

 

[exrx]

What exactly do you mean by your 1st question? Aside from PhD, all OT programs have research components to their curriculum. You don't have to be a gung ho on research to be a great OT. However, you will want to have a basic skill set of looking at the literature and synthesize the information (i.e., quality of study [correct stats/methodology], significance, results, etc). The most important part is actually reading journals and staying abreast of the latest research. Practitioners don't always do this and use treatments with no carry over or show no improvements. You'll find insurance companies are pushing more and more for evidence-based practice.