DreamingMSW Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 So I had a random comment to make: I applied to two programs- social work and OT ( I am DEFINITELY leaning towards social work). Anyway, I also look at an OT forum and I have to say that the difference between the people on there and the people on here is insane. On here everyone is supporting one another and encouraging one another and on the OT forum it's like a huge competition- people laughing that they are getting interviews when others aren't etc. This is what pushes me towards social work- the fact that the people in the program seem to be so friendly and actually INCREDIBLE people. I am very turned off by what I see and have seen from the people in the OT programs. Unfortunately it seems that OT schools focus on grades as around 80% and experience for the other 20% which is very unfortunate as these are the people who will be helping many of the aging baby boomers. This system needs to be changed. BUT I am glad to say that social work takes experience way more seriously and realizes how important it is for someone to have experience and a kind heart for this career. Yay social work! MSW13 and Hellothere416 2
Peter Nincompoop Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 So I had a random comment to make: I applied to two programs- social work and OT ( I am DEFINITELY leaning towards social work). Anyway, I also look at an OT forum and I have to say that the difference between the people on there and the people on here is insane. On here everyone is supporting one another and encouraging one another and on the OT forum it's like a huge competition- people laughing that they are getting interviews when others aren't etc. This is what pushes me towards social work- the fact that the people in the program seem to be so friendly and actually INCREDIBLE people. I am very turned off by what I see and have seen from the people in the OT programs. Unfortunately it seems that OT schools focus on grades as around 80% and experience for the other 20% which is very unfortunate as these are the people who will be helping many of the aging baby boomers. This system needs to be changed. BUT I am glad to say that social work takes experience way more seriously and realizes how important it is for someone to have experience and a kind heart for this career. Yay social work! It's funny you mention OT school... As I have mentioned previously on here, I was admitted to a couple MSW programs last year and deferred to 2013 for personal reasons. During that time, I worked for a not-for-profit program which works closely with OT's and I have been wondering if I should have applied to OT schools as well (I almost did this year, but decided against it at the last minute).
nugget Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 I briefly considered OT since this field is similar to my area of study in undergrad, except that you can actually find a good job after graduating in OT. I also briefly used OT services at one time and got to see the kind of work that they do. Dalhousie has a good 2 yr master's program for people with a bachelor's in another area. You need to take a lot of courses in physiology, anatomy and biology, however, so I opted against it. I always preferred psychology, education and related areas so social work seems to be a much better fit. But for anyone who enjoys the sciences and likes helping people, this would definitely be a rewarding profession.
DreamingMSW Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 (edited) I briefly considered OT since this field is similar to my area of study in undergrad, except that you can actually find a good job after graduating in OT. I also briefly used OT services at one time and got to see the kind of work that they do. Dalhousie has a good 2 yr master's program for people with a bachelor's in another area. You need to take a lot of courses in physiology, anatomy and biology, however, so I opted against it. I always preferred psychology, education and related areas so social work seems to be a much better fit. But for anyone who enjoys the sciences and likes helping people, this would definitely be a rewarding profession. Did you mean can or can't? From what I hear its very hard to get a job after a degree in OT. I applied to OT last year but was flat out rejected. There's an 8-10 percent chance of acceptance into a program for OT. Edited May 15, 2013 by DreamingMSW
DreamingMSW Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 It's funny you mention OT school... As I have mentioned previously on here, I was admitted to a couple MSW programs last year and deferred to 2013 for personal reasons. During that time, I worked for a not-for-profit program which works closely with OT's and I have been wondering if I should have applied to OT schools as well (I almost did this year, but decided against it at the last minute). Did you work with an OT in mental health?
Peter Nincompoop Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 Did you work with an OT in mental health? I occasionally worked with mental health OT's, and I certainly worked with OT's whose clients had mental health problems, but the majority of them working our of local health units doing home visits.
nugget Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 It probably depends what part of the country you live in. I see new job postings for OT at my hospital every few months. It's covered under worker's compensation in my province for people who have work-related accidents so there is a need for it. Ontario might be different. Did you mean can or can't? From what I hear its very hard to get a job after a degree in OT. I applied to OT last year but was flat out rejected. There's an 8-10 percent chance of acceptance into a program for OT.
DreamingMSW Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 It probably depends what part of the country you live in. I see new job postings for OT at my hospital every few months. It's covered under worker's compensation in my province for people who have work-related accidents so there is a need for it. Ontario might be different. Ohh where do you live? That's very good to know.
UofTMSW13 Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 Hey guys, I am trying to find a summer job in the social services. Do you guys know of any jobs or where I can look? Thank you!
Peter Nincompoop Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 Hey guys, I am trying to find a summer job in the social services. Do you guys know of any jobs or where I can look? Thank you! The Charity Village website is a great place to look. You could also check the pages of local organizations who you would like to work for (i.e. the Salvation Army or whoever).
happy888 Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 I looked into it and it appears that acceptances were mailed out on April 4th - with is over a week earlier than this years acceptances mail-out. Hopefully by the end of next week, or within the first couple days of the first week of May, people will begin to hear something. Thanks for your advice. Kind Regards, Erin Also, in the wait-list letter from U of T, it states "Movement can happen anytime between the end of May to early September" so there's still time between when people decline their offer to the committee getting back together to review waitlist applicants and contacting people. Hang in there and don't lose hope yet!
nugget Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 Quebec. You also have to speak French though to become a registered member of the professional association. Ohh where do you live? That's very good to know.
DreamingMSW Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 Quebec. You also have to speak French though to become a registered member of the professional association. I do!! Thanks that's cool. Great to know.
michmenhennet Posted May 17, 2013 Posted May 17, 2013 (edited) Well, I got some very happy news today and an offer to attend UVic. I had been eighth on the waitlist. This was my first choice, and so I have decided to withdraw from my spot at Dalhousie. If there is anyone here waiting on a spot at Dal, I've just opened one up, and maybe for you! I just wanted to say to everyone on this topic thank you for your support. It has been great having someone to commiserate and be anxious with. Now I am working on how I will balance full time work, school, and two little kids. Wish me luck! Waitlisted: McMaster Still waiting for any kind of formal reply: University of Calgary Accepted: Dalhousie, UVic Attending: UVic Edited May 17, 2013 by michmenhennet MSW13, Hellothere416, Nia29 and 2 others 5
nugget Posted May 17, 2013 Posted May 17, 2013 Congratulations!! That's wonderful news. Victoria is one of the most beautiful places in the country. You are one lucky person to have the chance to live in BC and attend your top choice. Well, I got some very happy news today and an offer to attend UVic. I had been eighth on the waitlist. This was my first choice, and so I have decided to withdraw from my spot at Dalhousie. If there is anyone here waiting on a spot at Dal, I've just opened one up, and maybe for you! I just wanted to say to everyone on this topic thank you for your support. It has been great having someone to commiserate and be anxious with. Now I am working on how I will balance full time work, school, and two little kids. Wish me luck! Waitlisted: McMaster Still waiting for any kind of formal reply: University of Calgary Accepted: Dalhousie, UVic Attending: UVic
DreamingMSW Posted May 17, 2013 Posted May 17, 2013 Well, I got some very happy news today and an offer to attend UVic. I had been eighth on the waitlist. This was my first choice, and so I have decided to withdraw from my spot at Dalhousie. If there is anyone here waiting on a spot at Dal, I've just opened one up, and maybe for you! I just wanted to say to everyone on this topic thank you for your support. It has been great having someone to commiserate and be anxious with. Now I am working on how I will balance full time work, school, and two little kids. Wish me luck! Waitlisted: McMaster Still waiting for any kind of formal reply: University of Calgary Accepted: Dalhousie, UVic Attending: UVic CONGRATULATIONS!!! You deserve it
Peter Nincompoop Posted May 17, 2013 Posted May 17, 2013 Well, I got some very happy news today and an offer to attend UVic. I had been eighth on the waitlist. This was my first choice, and so I have decided to withdraw from my spot at Dalhousie. If there is anyone here waiting on a spot at Dal, I've just opened one up, and maybe for you! I just wanted to say to everyone on this topic thank you for your support. It has been great having someone to commiserate and be anxious with. Now I am working on how I will balance full time work, school, and two little kids. Wish me luck! Waitlisted: McMaster Still waiting for any kind of formal reply: University of Calgary Accepted: Dalhousie, UVic Attending: UVic Congrats. I did my undergrad at UVIC and even took a couple of social work courses back then as electives. It is a great school is a great city.
MSW13 Posted May 17, 2013 Posted May 17, 2013 CONGRATULATIONS!!! I am so very happy for you MidnightRose! Awesome!God is amazing! I got off the waitlist at York University and was officially accepted! I'm still in shock. I keep checking the MyFile to make sure that i'm not seeing things!
DreamingMSW Posted May 17, 2013 Posted May 17, 2013 Thank you so much!!!! Thank you so much!!!! Congrats!!!!!
DreamingMSW Posted May 17, 2013 Posted May 17, 2013 oh my gosh I tried to hit thumbs up above and it hit thumbs down!!! How do I change it?!!!!! aHHHH sorry.
MSW13 Posted May 17, 2013 Posted May 17, 2013 lol, it happens! I just up-clicked it up so it is back to neutral oh my gosh I tried to hit thumbs up above and it hit thumbs down!!! How do I change it?!!!!! aHHHH sorry.
PsychologyStudent101 Posted May 17, 2013 Posted May 17, 2013 Thank you so much everyone!! I truly couldn't have handled this process well without the support of everyone on here. I truly pray and hope for the best for everyone that are still waiting on their schools. Wow!! I'm so glad to hear that you got in!! I remember when you wrote on this forum telling us that you got wait-listed at York & I commented saying that I'm surprised, as you have so much experience! Anyway, I'm glad to hear that it all worked out for you and that you got in!! DreamingMSW 1
DreamingMSW Posted May 17, 2013 Posted May 17, 2013 lol, it happens! I just up-clicked it up so it is back to neutral thank you my gosh I felt so bad haha. MSW13 1
Vana Posted May 17, 2013 Posted May 17, 2013 Well, I got some very happy news today and an offer to attend UVic. I had been eighth on the waitlist. This was my first choice, and so I have decided to withdraw from my spot at Dalhousie. If there is anyone here waiting on a spot at Dal, I've just opened one up, and maybe for you! I just wanted to say to everyone on this topic thank you for your support. It has been great having someone to commiserate and be anxious with. Now I am working on how I will balance full time work, school, and two little kids. Wish me luck! Waitlisted: McMaster Still waiting for any kind of formal reply: University of Calgary Accepted: Dalhousie, UVic Attending: UVic God is amazing! I got off the waitlist at York University and was officially accepted! I'm still in shock. I keep checking the MyFile to make sure that i'm not seeing things! Congratulations guys!!! Two very deserving people
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