Masterclass Certificate in Telehealth Best Practices for Occupational Therapists
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with an expert in the field of occupational therapy, especially as it relates to telehealth. Can you tell us a bit about your experience and what led you to teach this Masterclass Certificate in Telehealth Best Practices for Occupational Therapists? GUEST: Sure, I've been an occupational therapist for over 15 years, and I've seen firsthand how telehealth is transforming our profession. I wanted to create a course that equips therapists with the skills they need to deliver high-quality virtual care. HOST: That's fantastic. Now, telehealth is certainly a growing trend in healthcare. Could you share some current industry trends that are particularly relevant to this course? GUEST: Absolutely. One trend is the increasing acceptance of telehealth by patients and providers alike. Another is the focus on ensuring privacy and security in virtual care, which is why we cover HIPAA compliance extensively in the course. HOST: Yes, that's crucially important. Now, what would you say are some of the biggest challenges faced in the field when it comes to telehealth for occupational therapists? GUEST: Well, one challenge is mastering the virtual assessment and intervention techniques, which can be quite different from in-person sessions. Another is understanding the reimbursement strategies and remote patient monitoring, which we address in the course. HOST: And looking to the future, how do you see telehealth impacting the field of occupational therapy? GUEST: I believe telehealth will continue to expand access to care, improve patient outcomes, and offer new opportunities for therapists to advance their careers. Our course is designed to help them seize these opportunities. HOST: That's very exciting. Thank you so much for sharing your insights with us today. If you're interested in improving your telehealth skills and advancing your career as an occupational therapist, be sure to check out the Masterclass Certificate in Telehealth Best Practices for Occupational Therapists. Thanks for listening!
