Abstract
The second part of the article evaluating the South Trent In-Service Diploma Course in Occupational Therapy contains the results of a one-year follow-up destination survey of the ex-students, their then line managers and the representatives of the sponsoring authorities. There was a high retention level, with 18 of the 19 respondents still working for their sponsoring authority. A majority agreed that the course had provided value for money, producing competent entry-level therapists as defined by the College of Occupational Therapists. The ex-students perceived themselves to be more confident when compared with peers who had undertaken a full-time route. This difference was attributed to their previous life and work experience. These outcomes provide evidence for the effectiveness of a course grounded in the practice context.
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