Exploratory Reflection Paper

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In an exploratory study conducted by Holmes and Scaffa, the level of competency needed for emerging practice and the methods utilized to gain competency was determined (2009). 23 newly certified occupational therapists, working in emerging practice settings, participated in three rounds of an anonymous questionnaire using the Delphi method. Based on the responses from the participants, entry-level occupational therapists would need to have a fundamental understanding of the practice theories and the knowledge of incorporating occupation-based intervention across different practice settings (Holmes & Scaffa, 2009). For occupational therapists to succeed in working at emerging practice, active listening skills, good communication with marketing, and community collaboration are essential (Holmes & Scaffa, 2009). In addition to being adaptable, self-directed, and proving non-traditional therapy service, being able to think and reflect critically will affect the quality of service provided to clients (Holmes & Scaffa, 2009). Hence, the article …show more content…

Through active participation in academics, I will gain more knowledge about selecting and interpreting data of different outcome measure for specific individuals or populations. In my current level I fieldwork, as mentioned in my reflection, I will be more active in my participation. In fact, with permission from my fieldwork educator, I will practice different types of common outcome measures that I have learned in class, on the intended and voluntary population. Through this experience, I will acquire the practice and knowledge to address the gap in Domain 1 and 2. As the end of my third-semester in the MSOT program approaches, I will continue my leadership role in my extracurricular activities and volunteer within the

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