On this page
Questions to practise
Tell me about a client goal you helped someone reach.
They want to see how you support real goals that matter to the client in daily life.
Say the goal, what you did, and what changed. Sample story (use your own real one): 'A client wanted to cook again. We practised in her kitchen each week. Over time, she made lunch more safely.' Use no names or private details.
What did you do yourself in that case?
The interviewer wants to hear your own part, not only what the team did.
Use 'I' sentences. Name two or three actions: 'I assessed her kitchen. I suggested a stool. I practised each step with her.' Change the example to fit your setting (hospital, community, school).
How do you work with nurses, doctors and other staff?
Therapists work in teams. They want to know you share information and plan care together.
Name the people and one real habit. Example: 'I talk with the nurses and doctors every morning about each client's plan.' Then give one short story, like planning a safe discharge home together, and say your part.
Why do you want to work in this setting?
They want to know you understand the job and care about this type of work.
Name what you like about the setting, such as working in a hospital team or visiting clients at home. Link it to your experience. Keep it honest and short, with one real reason.
How do you manage a busy caseload?
Therapists often see many clients. They want to know you can plan your time well.
Explain how you plan your day, decide who needs to be seen first, and keep notes up to date. Say you ask the team for help or tell your manager early if the workload is too high.
Imagine I am the client. Can you explain your plan to me?
They want to hear if you can explain therapy in plain words that a client understands.
Speak to the interviewer as if they are the client. Use short sentences and no hard terms. Example: 'We will practise getting in and out of the shower safely, three times a week.' Then ask: 'Does that make sense to you?'
Tell me about a time a family did not understand a therapy plan. What did you say?
This shows how you involve families, stay calm, explain again, and check understanding.
Say what was unclear and how you explained it again in simpler words. For example, you showed the task, then asked them to try it. Mention how you include families, like inviting them to a session. Finish with what happened.
How do you choose goals with a client?
They want to know you put the client's own wishes at the center of therapy.
Say you ask what matters to the client in daily life, like dressing, cooking or going out. Then you agree on small, clear steps together. Give a short example if you can.
What do you do when a client is not making progress?
They want to see how you review your work and change the plan when needed.
Explain your steps: talk with the client, look at what is hard, change the task or equipment, and discuss with the team. Show that you stay patient and flexible.
How do you keep client information private?
Privacy matters in health care. Rules differ by country and employer, so they want to know you handle information carefully.
Say you follow your workplace's privacy rules. You share information only with the care team, and only what they need. You use the official notes system. You do not talk about clients in public spaces.
Let me think of a good example.
Clara
AI coach
Leo
AI coach
Lines to try
Let me think of a good example.
The client's goal was to get back to daily tasks at home.
My part was to assess what was hard and practise each step with the client.
I share updates with the nurses every morning.
Let me say that again in simpler words.
Does that make sense? Do you have any questions?
Common questions
Can I talk about a real client in my answer?
Yes, but keep it private. Do not say names, addresses or personal details. Say 'a client' or 'an older man after a fall.' Talk about the goal, your actions and the result. This shows good practice and respect for privacy.
What if I do not understand a question?
It is fine to ask. Say: 'Could you say that again, please?' or 'Do you mean in the hospital or in the community?' Taking a short pause to think is also normal. Say: 'Let me think of a good example.'
Should I use professional terms in my answers?
Use some, but explain them simply. The interviewer wants to see you know your work and can also explain it to clients. If you use a hard term, add a short, plain explanation after it.