Occupational Therapy English Vocabulary Guide (20 Essential Medical Terms)

The Occupational Therapy English Vocabulary Guide is a focused learning resource designed to help English learners understand and confidently use the language of occupational therapy in real healthcare environments.

This guide covers 20 essential Occupational Therapy terms, each clearly defined and supported with realistic example sentences that reflect how the language is used in clinical assessments, treatment planning, documentation, and multidisciplinary communication.

In addition to core terminology, the guide includes:

• A conditions-based article explaining six common clinical situations that lead to occupational therapy assessment

• A bonus glossary of 15 additional Occupational Therapy terms

• A matching exercise to test understanding and reinforce learning

The language used is professional, accurate, and aligned with real-world healthcare communication.

This guide is suitable for:

• Occupational therapy students

• Healthcare professionals working in English-speaking environments

• Medical English learners preparing for clinical placements or international roles

Created by Gerard Aherne, CELTA-qualified English teacher and founder of LearningEnglishPRO.