Level 1 OT Fieldwork in Belize

I had the amazing opportunity to travel to Belize with a group of five, and it was truly one of the best experiences of my life. The entire process—from planning to arriving back home—went smoothly, and the trip was both meaningful and exciting from start to finish.

While there, I worked closely with two incredible professionals: Amy, an Occupational Therapist, and Tammy, a Speech Therapist. They were both so knowledgeable, supportive, and passionate about their work. I learned a great deal from observing and collaborating with them, especially in a hands-on, real-world setting.

Even though we were only there for a week, we packed in so much. We had the chance to snorkel with nurse sharks and manta rays, go cave tubing through ancient river systems, and zipline through the jungle. These adventures helped us experience the natural beauty of Belize in such a memorable way.

One of the most impactful parts of the trip was working with students at a special needs school. We provided occupational therapy services and had the chance to interact directly with the children, which was incredibly rewarding. It really opened my eyes to the importance of therapy in underserved areas.

We also spent time learning about Belizean culture and came to understand just how valuable therapy services are to the people there. The entire experience was both professionally enriching and personally meaningful, and it’s something I’ll carry with me for a long time.