The Internship of the Undergraduate Program in Occupational Therapy students is carried out in internship institutions related to the field of Occupational Therapy, aiming to connect academic studies with their practical application in the workplace. Its purpose is for students to gain work experience in new areas, experience the application of new knowledge in practice, and prepare for new environments or working conditions. It is conducted under the supervision of the institution’s Occupational Therapist, who certifies its completion. The internship takes place during the final semester, is credited with 20 ECTS, and is mandatory for obtaining the degree.
The Internship includes: (a) supervised training in an occupational therapy institution, with a total duration of 3 months, (b) preparation of occupational therapy protocols, (c) advisory meetings – feedback, and (d) the drafting of a final report.
During the Internship, students can be informed about, observe, and/or participate in the institution’s activities, which may include, among others: assessment procedures (e.g., history taking, application of assessment tools), planning and implementation of occupational therapy interventions, participation in interdisciplinary team meetings, and other tasks and actions that fall within the professional duties of an occupational therapist.
Instructions for the Internship are provided in Annex 3 of the Undergraduate Program Regulations of the Department.
You can also view the Internship Regulations of Democritus University of Thrace HERE.
