Targeting the Globe: Developing Evidence-Based Student Internationalization in Occupational Therapy

Facilitating internationalization in health care professions can expand practice and access to services. In occupational therapy, knowledge of the expectations and unique practice differences in student placements or working environments may facilitate appropriate and effective preparation of students for international practice. Three qualitative research phases gathered and analyzed perspectives of i. educators; ii. students; and iii. employers about the educational preparation of student occupational therapists to practice in a new country. An international student guide is pending.