Volunteer & Observation
Volunteer and observation hours
If you're interested in gaining volunteer or observation hours in one of our clinics, we're excited you're exploring the field and taking this important step in your professional journey. Due to the high volume of requests we receive, all volunteer and observation opportunities are coordinated at the clinic level.
How to get started
- Visit our Locations page to find a clinic near you.
- Contact the clinic directly using the phone number listed.
- Ask about current availability for volunteer or observation hours.
*Please note: Availability varies by location and is based on each clinic's capacity and scheduling needs.
Exploring a Career With Us? Schedule a Clinic Visit
If you're interested in potential employment and would like to visit a clinic to learn more about our team and culture, you can request a scheduled clinic visit.
These visits are different from observation hours and are intended for individuals exploring clinical career opportunities with CORA.
A member of our team will follow up about next steps and whether a visit can be coordinated.
Explore therapy careers
Not sure which path is right for you? Learn more about the differences between these professions:
Physical Therapy
Promotes independence in movement
Addresses
- Body mechanics
- Gross motor skills
- Gross coordination
- Range of Motion
- Muscle Flexibility
- Muscle Strength
- Gait Training
- Balance
- Functional Movements
PT helps a person get from point A to point B.
Degree
- Doctorate (DPT)
- Associates/Bachelors: PT Assistant (PTA)
Occupational Therapy
Promotes independence in activities
Addresses
- Fine Motor skills
- Gross motor skills
- Visual Motor skills
- Sensory Regulation
- Behavioral Regulation
OT helps a person do things at point A and point B.
Degree
- Doctorate/Masters
- Associates: OT assistant (COTA)
Speech Therapy
Promotes independence in communication and language
Addresses
- Receptive language
- Expressive Language
- Social Language
- Non verbal language
Degree
- Master's (SLP)
Settings: Hospitals (Acute care), skilled nursing facilities/inpatient hospitals (subacute care), private practices, outpatient therapy clinics, home health services, telehealth, traveling, doctor's offices, and more
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