MS in Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy is a licensed health profession helping people achieve optimal independence after illness or injury. Occupational therapists also work to promote health and prevent disabilities through education and environmental adaptation. The program offers tracks in pediatrics, physical disabilities, and psychosocial dysfunction, with community focus throughout the program. For more information about the program, visit the Department of Occupational Therapy.
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Additional Requirements Specific to the MS in Occupational Therapy
In addition to the standard graduate admissions requirements, please provide the following:40 hours of volunteer work in a human service setting within the last year
Click here to download the Documentation and Evaluation of Volunteer Experience form.
Prerequisites
These requirements are for entry-level master's students. All courses must be taken at an accredited institution of higher learning, such as a junior college. In addition, the student must receive a grade of "C" or better.
Courses may be taken for upper or lower division credit. Other courses may be required to meet general education requirements
(1) Human Anatomy 4 units, with lab
(1) Human Physiology 4 units, with lab
Lifespan Human Development 3 units
Introduction to Sociology or Cultural Anthropology 3 units
(2) Medical Terminology 1-2 units
Introduction to Psychology 3 units
Abnormal Psychology 3 units
Descriptive Physics 3 units, no lab
Three Dimensional Art (i.e. ceramics) 3 units
Statistics (math or psychology) 3 units
Total units = 30-31
(1) Must be taken within the last 5 years
(2) Pass or place out
