Mary Archer

Mary Archer is a Lecturer in Occupational Therapy at the Department of Allied Health, University of Worcester. She holds a First Class BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy and a PG Cert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education. Her professional career spans over ten years in the NHS, with expertise in stroke rehabilitation, oncology, surgical medicine, and assistive technology for individuals with severe physical disabilities and communication challenges.

• Qualifications: BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy (First Class), HEA Associate Fellowship, PG Cert in Learning & Teaching in HE

Her teaching focuses on preparing students for clinical practice through placement coordination and training programs in computer access, environmental control systems, and voice/message banking. She collaborates with Practice Educators to enhance professional readiness.