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» Home » Byline: Date Only » Carli Wardrop

Carli Wardrop

By Alex Tsui | November 19, 2024

Hometown: Houston, B.C.
Program: Master of Occupational Therapy – Prince George

What attracted you to your field?

During my undergrad I volunteered in the rehab unit at Kelowna General Hospital. I really enjoyed interacting with patients and learning about occupational therapy (OT). I heard many stories from patients about the positive impact an OT had on their lives and recovery, and as soon as I started looking more into the profession I knew it was for me. I loved the idea of being able to help people regain their independence and achieve meaningful goals. It is incredibly rewarding to be a part of people’s journey and helping to improve their quality of life.

What is your favourite moment from your time at UBC?

I was part of UBC’s first Northern OT cohort in Prince George. Our small cohort of 16 is a really amazing group of people. Aside from making some great friendships, my favorite moment was our class get together near the end of the program where we got to celebrate our hard work and future careers!

What is one piece of advice you have for students entering your program?

It will go by so fast! Give yourself grace when school gets hard and remember to take care of yourself first. Don’t hesitate to reach out to classmates and faculty when you need to—they are always there to help. Also, don’t hesitate to ask your professors and preceptors questions; their knowledge and experience is so valuable.

What’s next for you?

I recently started my first job at the Northwest Child Development Centre in Vanderhoof. I am working in early intervention with children and families in three different northern B.C. communities. Pediatrics wasn’t on my radar when I started school, but I am really enjoying it and looking forward to the future!

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