Each competency area will need to be accompanied by a narrative passage in which the competency skill is linked to occupational therapy in terms of significance or relevance. Your writing should clearly answer the question "Why is it important for an entry-level OT to possess this quality/ability/knowledge?" An artifact or other specific evidence such as a written anecdote demonstrating your competence must be included with the passage you write about each competency skill.
- Advocates for clients who have been neglected or underrepresented in the system.
- Fulfills commitments to the professional community.
- Represents the unique perspective of occupational therapy when participating in inter-professional situations.
- Assumes responsibility for professional behavior and growth, in accordance with AOTA standards.
- Functions autonomously and effectively in a broad array of service models.
- Upholds the AOTA Code of Ethics in practice.
- Serves as a role model for honesty, integrity, and morally grounded decision making.