Program Overview
The online OTD program provides licensed occupational therapists with the advanced knowledge and practice skills needed to elevate their professional competencies, advance their careers, and position them for leadership roles within the health care environment and academic roles within OT education.
Online Degree Flexibility for Occupational Therapy Professionals
The post-professional OTD is offered fully online, allowing students the ability to participate in academic studies while maintaining their employment as an occupational therapist. The program format is also an ideal method for professionals to immediately apply what they learn in the program to real-world professional OTD practice situations.
Accreditation: The Online Doctor of Occupational Therapy
The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center post-professional OTD program has been approved by the Texas Higher Educational Coordinating Board (THECB). The Post-Professional OTD received accreditation in 2020. The final cohort will be admitted in the fall of 2026 in a lock-step format to close out the program.
For more information, please reach out to the Office of Admissions and Student Affairs at (806) 743-3220 or health.professions@ttuhsc.edu.
- 2 years estimated time to completion
- 30 estimated class size
Curriculum & Coursework
The Post-Professional-OTD program curriculum requires the completion of 27 semester credit hours for individuals with a Master’s degree in occupational therapy and 33 semester credit hours for individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy. The curriculum consists of a set of required core courses and a variety of elective courses. All students will complete the core curriculum courses. Students with a Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy will take the 4 identified elective courses below and those with a Master’s degree in occupational therapy will take the 2 identified elective courses below. Courses are taught online and most courses are taught once per year to facilitate completion of the curriculum. Each student will work with the enrollment managmement to establish a degree plan upon admission to the program that is designed to meet graduation requirements by spring of 2028. All curricular degree requirements must be completed by spring of 2028.
For detailed course descriptions, please see the School of Health Professions Catalog.
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Core Courses
Course DesignationCredit Hours
HPOT 7350 Professional Seminar 3 hours
HPOT 7351 Current Issues in Occupational Therapy Practice 3 hours
HPOT 7352 Practice Based Scholarship 3 hours
HPOT 7353 Evidence Based Practice 3 hours
HPOT 7354 Outcomes Measurement 3 hours
HPOT 7110 Capstone Pre-Proposal 1 hour
HPOT 7290 Capstone 1: Project Proposal 2 hours
HPOT 7391 Capstone 2: Project Implementation and Evaluation 3 hours
Total Hours 21 hours
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Elective Courses - Students admitted with a Master's
Course Designation *Students admitted with a Master's degree will take the following electivesCredit Hours
HPOT 7301 Principles of Management and Leadership in Healthcare 3 hours
HPOT 7302 Health Insurance and Reimbursement 3 hours
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Elective Courses - Students admitted with a Bachelor's
Course Designation *Students admitted with a Bachelor's degree will take the following electivesCredit Hours
HPOT 7301 Principles of Management and Leadership in Healthcare 3 hours
HPOT 7302 Health Insurance and Reimbursement 3 hours
HPOT 7305 Health and Wellness Promotion 3 hours
HPOT 7370 Independent Study 3 hours
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants for the Post-Professional OTD program must complete the TTUHSC SHP online application.
Application Fee
A non-refundable $75 application fee is required and may be paid by credit card through the online application system.
If you prefer to pay by check or money order, make it payable to TTUHSC and mail it to:
Office of Admissions and Student Affairs
3601 4th Street, MS 6294
Lubbock, TX 79430
Your application will move forward in the admissions review process after your application fee has been received.
Transcripts
All official transcripts need to be submitted to OTCAS. You will only need to send updated transcripts to our office. Transcripts must be in a sealed envelope from the institution and must have been printed within the last year. Please send all updated official transcripts to the following address:
TTUHSC SHP Admissions and Student Affairs
3601 4th Street MS 6294
Lubbock, TX 79430
Applicants must submit official electronic transcripts directly from the institution or third-party processing center to shp.application@ttuhsc.edu.
Applicants must submit official transcripts of college coursework from all colleges attended, utilizing one of the options above. The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is separate from Texas Tech University. Do not send transcripts to Texas Tech University, as this will delay the processing of your application.
Please note, official transcripts from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center are not required. Official transcripts from Texas Tech University are required.
Transcripts from any international college or university must have an official course-by-course evaluation from a Foreign Transcript Evaluation Service.
The applicant's responsibility is to ensure all required application materials, including updated transcripts, are submitted before the application deadline for each program.
Admissions Requirements
The final Post-professional OTD program start term is Fall 2026. The online application and all supporting documentation must be received by the deadline.
Official GRE Scores
The GRE is not required for the Post-Professional OTD program.
Occupational Therapy Degree
Either a Bachelor's or Master's professional (entry-level) degree in occupational therapy.
Minimum GPA
A minimum GPA of 3.0 either cumulative or based on the most recent 30 credit hours completed at the college or university level is required. Transcripts from all institutions are required for verification.
Licensure
Applicants must be licensed to practice occupational therapy within the United States. Documentation must be submitted in order for your application to be reviewed. Please submit proof of state licensure through the online application system. NBCOT certification is not sufficient for state licensure.
Clinical Practice
Applicants must have a minimum of one year of clinical practice in the United States as a licensed occupational therapist.
Letters of Recommendation
At least one letter of recommendation from a current/former employer or a professional colleague in the field of occupational therapy is required for an application to be complete. Letters of recommendation are submitted through the SHP online application. A recommender's name and email address will be required. Your recommender will receive an email with a link to our electronic recommendation form.
Resume
Applicants are required to submit a recent resume. Please submit your current resume within the SHP online application system.
Essay
An essay is required as part of the application.
Interview
Applicants may be offered the opportunity to interview, if they so choose, in order to demonstrate appropriateness for admission to the post-professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy program.
International Applicants
If you are not a citizen/permanent resident of the United States, please refer to our International Applicants webpage for the additional requirements needed for your application.
Application Process
Applications are considered on a rolling basis for acceptance into the program. Individual applications are reviewed once materials have been received; therefore, it is in the applicant's best interest to complete their application, including submission of required documentation, as early as possible.
Application Submission Checklist
- Online Application
- Application Fee
- Official Transcripts
- Proof of Licensure (submit through online application system)
- Letters of Recommendation - One required
- Resume (submit through online application system)
- Essay (submit through online application system)
Questions regarding the application process should be directed to the Office of Admissions and Student Affairs. Please contact our office by phone at 806-743-3220 or email at health.professions@ttuhsc.edu.
Cost & Aid
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Tuition & Fees
The following information is not intended to be comprehensive and is subject to change. Tuition, fees, and charges are subject to change by administrative, legislative, or regent action, and changes become effective on the date enacted. The following tuition information should be used only as a guideline for estimating charges.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Our goal is to make obtaining a college degree within reach by supporting you with financial aid and scholarships programs. TTUHSC relies on a variety of financial aid sources to increase the university's affordability. This may include scholarships, grants, student loans, and waivers. As a student, please know that you and your family have a dedicated financial aid advisor who can assist you with this process.
Contact Us
Office of Admissions and Student Affairs
School of Health Professions - Office of Admissions and Student Affairs
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Address
3601 4th Street Lubbock
Lubbock, TX 79430
United States
- Phone (806) 743-3220
- Email health.professions@ttuhsc.edu
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Hours
Mon. - Fri.
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.