Doctor of Occupational Therapy

We use active learning experiences to prepare students to be highly competent, client-centered occupational therapists who are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of their clients through engagement in meaningful occupation.

curriculum

Our curriculum prepares students to enter the field of occupational therapy as a competent, caring, and collaborative health care professional.

3 Year Lock-Step Program

100 Credit Hours

18 Credit Hours of Clinical Fieldwork
14 Credit Hours of Doctoral Capstone Work

Classes include a combination of:

Human Anatomy
Professional Seminar Series
Occupational Therapy Process
Various Evaluation and Intervention Courses
Doctoral Capstone Series

What To Expect

Hands-On Learning Experience in Full Cadaver Anatomy Course, Community Labs, and with Standardized Patients
Traditional Coursework
Accessible and Diverse Faculty
Interprofessional Educational Opportunities

Current Curriculum

Pass Rate

of First-Time Board of Certification Exam for the past five years

#20

Ranked Healthcare Job

According to US News & World Report

Job Placement

for the past 3 years

Opportunities

Average Salary - $85,000
Job Growth - 24% between 2016-2026
Occupational therapy continues to be an important part of treatment for people with various injuries and illnesses, such as Alzheimer’s disease, cerebral palsy, autism, stroke, orthopedic injuries, and mental disorders.