British Journal of Occupational Therapy

The principles of this article, although it was written by an orthoptist and a radiographer, apply to all the paramedical professions, and readers' comments are invited.

Many of us are asked by young people, who might want to become O.T. students, what the job is about and how to become qualified. It is not always easy to answer that question comprehensively and briefly and what follows is intended to help anyone facing that situation.