Student Shadowing & Clinical Rotations

Learn with us. Grow with us. Build the future of pediatric therapy.

At The Therapy Collaborative, we don’t just offer shadowing or clinical rotations—we offer a unique, elevated training experience for students who are passionate about pediatric rehabilitation.

Our clinic is known for clinical excellence and academic contribution. Students here not only learn hands-on therapy skills but may also have opportunities to collaborate on research, contribute to publications, and participate in conference presentations.

We welcome inquiries from:

  • OT and OTA students

  • SLP students

  • Undergraduates exploring OT, SLP, child development, or related fields

  • Students interested in pediatric therapy, innovation, and research

Placement availability varies based on supervision capacity and caseload—but we review each request carefully.

Occupational Therapist treating a child

What Makes Our Rotations Unique

Most therapy rotations focus solely on treatment.

Ours go deeper.

Students placed at The Therapy Collaborative may have opportunities to:

  • Participate in ongoing research projects

  • Assist with data collection, literature review, or case studies

  • Contribute to poster presentations submitted to pediatric therapy or interdisciplinary conferences

  • Collaborate on writing projects, including articles or manuscripts

  • Learn how evidence-based practice is integrated into real-time clinical care

Several of our past students have had their work:

  • Published in peer-reviewed journals

  • Accepted as posters or presentations at conferences

  • Recognized by academic faculty for innovation and quality

This makes our clinic an exceptional placement for students with interests in research, academia, or advanced pediatric practice.

What You Can Expect

For Observers / Shadowing Students:

  • Observe OT, SLP, and interdisciplinary treatment sessions

  • Watch evaluations and treatment planning

  • Learn about sensory processing, motor development, language, feeding, and functional participation

  • See how we collaborate with families, physicians, and specialty clinics

For Clinical Rotation Students (Fieldwork / Internships):

  • Supervision by licensed OTs and SLPs

  • Participation in treatment (as appropriate to your level)

  • Structured mentorship including feedback and skill development

  • Exposure to complex diagnoses including FND, chronic pain, sensory challenges, ASD, feeding difficulties, NICU follow-up, and more

  • Opportunities to join research, quality improvement, or creative innovation projects within the clinic

All experiences follow strict privacy and ethical guidelines to protect our families.

Our Learning Environment

We value students who show:

  • Curiosity and a willingness to ask thoughtful questions

  • Professionalism with families and team members

  • Creativity—willingness to problem-solve and think differently

  • Humility and teamwork, especially in challenging sessions

  • Interest in evidence-based practice and research

Our goal is to help you grow not only as a clinician but as a thinker, leader, and future innovator in the therapy world.

Requirements

Students must:

  • Be enrolled in a relevant academic program

  • Provide necessary program documentation (affiliation agreements, etc.)

  • Adhere to clinic expectations, including:

    • HIPAA/privacy

    • Professional attire

Program-specific onboarding is discussed individually.

How to Apply

Step 1 – Submit a Student Inquiry

Step 2 – Review & Follow-Up

We review each request based on our capacity and will contact you if we’re able to move forward.

Step 3 – Onboarding & Orientation

Approved students receive scheduling details and onboarding instructions.