Intraprofessional Conversations Begin in the Classroom: An Exploratory Study of an Occupational Therapist and Occupational Therapy Assistant Joint Class

Abstract

Effective occupational therapist and occupational therapy assistant partnerships are essential for the provision of quality patient care and satisfactory intraprofessional working relationships. Providing OT and OTA students with collaborative educational experiences can enhance students’ understanding and appreciation of each other’s roles, as well as set the groundwork for successful future work experiences.