Occupational Therapists (OT) work with people who have injuries, illnesses, or disabilities to help them with vocational, daily living, and other skills that promote independence. An OT can work in a variety of healthcare settings, including private offices, clinics, hospitals, private homes, or care homes.
By focusing on the human body, a degree in Human Physiology is the most direct path for someone interested in a post-grad OT training program.
Our faculty work with students to identify their preferred post-undergraduate program and identify a plan to complete their pre-requisite courses. Our graduate have been accepted in many OT programs in the U.S., including:
- Belmont 海角论坛
- Colorado State 海角论坛 Public Health
- Creighton 海角论坛
- Eastern Washington 海角论坛
- George Washington 海角论坛
- Idaho State 海角论坛
- Midwestern 海角论坛
- Nova Southeastern 海角论坛
- Oregon State 海角论坛
- Tufts 海角论坛
- Tulane 海角论坛
- 海角论坛 of Puget Sound
- 海角论坛 of Southern California
- 海角论坛 of Washington
What is the job outlook for this profession?
According to the (2023): "Employment of occupational therapists is projected to grow 11percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. 海角论坛 9,800 openings for occupational therapists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire."
What are the educational requirements for this profession?
Practitioners must obtain a master's degree in occupational therapy and pass the NBCOT certification exam. Each OT program will vary in pre-requisite requirements and length.