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As a seasoned OT tutor and proud mother of a COTA®, I am well versed in all aspects of tackling your final exam! Working in pediatrics for most of my career, and guest lecturing in two local university programs, I understand content and learning strengths and differences. Using logic and clinical reasoning to analyze questions are key areas we can develop together.

Specialization: Pediatrics across inpatient, outpatient, home health settings, schools, past SI clinic owner. Current Rehab hospital setting, on a feeding team.

Pace: Moderate

Teaching style: Student centered emphasizing analysis, clinical reasoning and ability to teach back, a proven method of retaining critical information.

Available: Friday afternoons, weekends.

With several years of experience writing questions for the OT exam and teaching occupational therapy, I'll help you improve your weak areas, enhance your clinical reasoning and ensure you're comfortable with key topics. Hundreds of my students passed the exam; and so will you.

Specialization: Teach and tutor introductory occupational therapy across the lifespan, pediatrics, geriatrics, and wellness.

Pace: Moderate/Fast

Teaching style: student-centered, encouraging and confidence-building, with focus on improving clinical reasoning skills.

Available: Weekday and Sunday mornings and afternoons, occasional evenings (PST).

I decided to become a tutor for PassTheOT because I am passionate about helping others become an OTR/L. I have tutored a variety of students with different tutoring needs. I have found a way to quickly identify what students need to pass and quickly provide them with strategies and practice materials to find their path to success. I took the OT exam and passed on my first attempt with a 513! I provide students with individualized, productive, and structured tutoring sessions that leave you feeling confident with a variety of tips, tricks, and supplemental study resources to pass your exam.

Specialization: Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Physical Disabilities, PAMs, Wheelchair Seating & Positioning.

Pace: Moderate - Fast

Teaching style: I will quickly help you identify weaknesses in your studies and teach you strategies to overcome them. My tutoring sessions are customized to fit your individual needs and learning style.

Available: Weekday evenings and occasional weekends (CST).

I used Pass The OT while studying for the OT exam and passed by 40 points on my first attempt. I will assist you in breaking down questions and will improve your clinical reasoning skills. Understanding what the question is asking you and being aware of certain buzzwords such as “initially, best and next” is key to passing the exam. I will adapt to your learning style and guide you through the process.

Specialization: Physical disabilities, stroke, TBI, adult rehab, adult geriatrics.

Pace: Moderate/Slow

Teaching style: Motivational, breaking down questions, understanding key concepts, relating information to students.

Available: Weeknights and Saturday mornings (EST).

I have 17+ years of experience as a COTA® and OTR®/L. I have helped many students pass the OT exam by creating individualized study plans that emphasize question dissection techniques and decrease test-taking anxiety. I have developed an array of supplemental study guides for difficult topics. All of my study guides and examination taking strategies are adaptable to all learning styles making my sessions interactive, informative and insightful to ensure success.

Specialization: Adult acute care, sub acute rehab and outpatient therapy practices.

Pace: Moderate/Fast

Teaching style: My sessions are fast paced and comprehensive but are guided by individual needs based on areas of study and preparation. Identifying opportunities for improvement is crucial for study success.

Available: Weekday mornings and evenings Monday-Friday.

Since starting in 2015, I have helped many students pass the exam. Because I have worked both as as OT and an OTA, I have a unique skill set that is beneficial for all students. I am dedicated, creative, and I can customize my teaching style to best fit your needs.

Specialization: Physical Disabilities and Hands.

Pace: Moderate/Fast

Teaching style: Methodical, organized,and compassionate. I can be fast or slow paced depending on what will benefit you most.

I passed the exam with a 495, using Pass The OT! With previous tutor experience, I have expertise individualizing tutoring sessions to best meet students’ needs. I can help you pinpoint your weaknesses and develop a strong approach to answering the OT exam questions. I have specialized experience in physical disabilities, mental health, neurological disorders, as well as pediatrics. I look forward to being apart of your success!

Specialization: I have specialized experience in physical disabilities, mental health, neurological disorders, as well as pediatrics.

Pace: Moderate

Teaching style: Individualized and student-centered, with focus on clinical reasoning and strengthening approach to answering questions.

Available: Weekday mornings and evenings. Select weekends.

I have more than a decade of tutoring experience. I am compassionate and caring and love to help others succeed and be able to find the strategies and tools that work the best for them. I am able to work with a variety of learning styles and students and can individualize tutoring strategies to best suit each student.

Specialization: Pediatrics, Neurorehabilitation, early intervention.

Pace: Fast

Teaching style: Adapts to each student's learning style and works with each student to target the areas that are most important. Seeks to be compassionate and encouraging and helps set realistic goals with each student.

Available: Every other Monday, and Fridays.

I passed with a 525 score on my first attempt. My exam knowledge is fresh and I currently practice with all the newest evidence-based research that serves as the foundation for OT exam questions. I am working towards becoming a certified lymphedema specialist and certified hand therapist.

Specialization: Hands/splints, musculoskeletal conditions, neurological conditions, return to work rehab, research methods, intervention planning (domain 3 – 45% of the OT exam).

Pace: Fast

Teaching style: Facilitative yet directive approach, depending on the student’s unique needs throughout their tutoring sessions. Collaborative with an emphasis on confidence-building.

Available: Weekday evenings, select weekend hours (other times upon special requests only or as provided in calendar) – Eastern Standard Time (EST).

I recently passed the OT exam, therefore I know what to expect on the exam and the knowledge is still fresh. I can help you develop your critical thinking skills and test taking strategies in order to help you succeed. I am currently working on becoming a certified hand therapist, thus I am continuing to study evidence-based literature. I am able to accommodate to any type of learning style to help students achieve their goals.

Specialization: Hands, splints, physical disabilities, SCI, stroke, inpatient, skilled nursing facilities.

Works with: OT

Teaching style: Slow to fast, depending on what works best for the student. I can provide the teach back method or more of lecture method.

Work Experience: Outpatient hands, inpatient rehabilitation, and skilled nursing facility.

Available: Outpatient hands, inpatient rehabilitation, and skilled nursing facility.

I used PassTheOT when I was studying for my NBCOT exam, and the tutoring is what clicked for me. Since I have unique OT experience in uncommon settings, I can be valuable help for understanding concepts in a way it makes sense. Also, I want to assist those studying for the exam with breaking down the questions, sharpen clinical thinking skills, and finally gain confidence to pass this exam! I pursued my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy and have experience with understanding all kinds of scenarios and questions.

Specialization: Inpatient and Outpatient Pediatrics, Pediatric Mental Health, Feeding, Milestones, OT Process and Framework.

Pace: Slow/Moderate

Teaching style: Help you identify your own strengths and weaknesses with breaking down the questions, followed by guiding you through practice questions and training your thought process.

Work Experience: Outpatient hands, inpatient rehabilitation, and skilled nursing facility.

Available: Weekday Evenings (CST), Various holiday afternoons.