Reflecting now the three years is nearly up, I realise that I've learned a vast amount in what seems like a very short space of time. The good thing about Loye's being a smaller college is the informality and the academic support. There is excellent access and opportunities to discuss problems or queries that crop up about assessments or general matters with members of staff. I've also been very surprised and grateful throughout my training, for equipment and facilities such as unlimited access to the internet, craft rooms and materials, whenever we've need it. That's something that I'd never encountered before.
Fieldwork takes up a big chunk of the training.
St. Loye's allocate placements based upon what they feel individual students require, to gain the best range of experience. This has involved me living away from home on three out of four occasions which is always a bit tough to begin with. I have however, had four excellent placements from which I've learned huge amounts and thoroughly enjoyed. These have been, Social Services, Oncology, Long term mental health and Elderly Care. So I've had a really good mix between hospital and the community and had the opportunity to experience the diverse role of OT, working in these very different settings.