Health Check

Category: Occupational Therapy

Five years later – Griffith Health Alumni share their stories

Ever wondered where your career in health care might take you? We recently brought together Griffith Health alumni in a virtual event to talk to us about how… Read More

From Health Science to Occupational Therapy

Kristi Brinkman is a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy student seeking a rewarding and therapeutic career where she can help others  Kristi Brinkman, a student occupational therapist, was building a career… Read More

An international move and a passion for dance as occupational therapy

After making an international move to Brisbane in early 2020, one student decided to turn her credentials as a dance teacher into a different career.   Saskia Wright was… Read More

Unconventional assessment gives occupations a chance to shine online

First-year Griffith University student occupational therapists have been using photography exhibitions as part of their assessment since 2014 but the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is providing a new opportunity for their work to be seen across the country and the globe. Read More

2017 PVC Health Staff Excellence Awards

Congratulations to the winners of the 2017 PVC (Health) Staff Excellence Award winners recognised for their excellent contribution to the Health Group: Learning and Teaching… Read More

Toowoomba Hospital hosts Griffith’s first occupational therapy student placements

Toowoomba Hospital’s Occupational Therapists (OT) have provided, for the first time, placements to OT students from Griffith University. Read More

Rural health trip supports professional collaboration

In keeping with Griffith University’s interdisciplinary approach to healthcare education and commitment to rural health, 29 students from across the Health Group recently enjoyed a weekend in Toowoomba. Read More