This degree offers you the chance to strengthen your skills, knowledge and confidence before you advance to stage one of your honours degree.A career in occupational therapy offers variety, purpose and immense job satisfaction. Successful completion of the degree ensures you are eligible to apply to the HCPC to join a rewarding profession where you can help people facing physical and mental challenges to overcome barriers to their independence.The Foundation Year course leads on to the full BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy degree that is accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, and approved by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) meaning when you graduate, youll be eligible to apply to the HCPC for registration to practice.A good application/performance will be taken into account if you do not meet the criteria/offer conditions . <br><br>Occupational therapy is an exciting and fulfilling career choice.<br><br>Upon completion of the BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy degree youll be eligible to apply for registration as an occupational therapist with the Health and Care Professions Council and could progress to important roles in many areas of the NHS, such as:<br><br>Acute medical care <br>Paediatrics<br>Mental health and secure environments<br>You could also consider working in social services, charities and voluntary organisations, schools, prisons, companies and businesses, or in private practice.