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Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

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Occupational Therapy (MSOT, OTD) Certificate

Program Description

The Occupational Therapy Program is based on the belief that all humans are occupational beings in nature, and in the healing power of occupation whereby humans can influence their own health status. Occupational engagement and thus occupation-based interventions are therefore the central theme of the curriculum.

Degree Awarded

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

Credits Required

96

Number of Semesters/Trimesters to Complete

6

Instructional Months

24

Instructional Weeks

90

CIP Code

51.2306

SOC Code

29-1122.00, 29-1122.01

Pace and Track Information

TRACK AND PACE NAME

CAMPUS

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

Center for Graduate Studies

Campuses

West Coast University Center for Graduate Studies

Program Delivery Mode

Ground

Academic Calendar

15 Week Academic Calendar

Program Information and Disclosures

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Program Accreditation Disclosure
Applicants are conditionally accepted to the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program until a non-refundable $250.00 good faith payment for a Seat Deposit has been submitted. The Seat Deposit is not a separate charge but will be credited to the program costs should the student not cancel their enrollment. The University will retain the full amount of this deposit should the student cancel their enrollment at any time, for any reason. Seat Deposits may be paid by credit card, debit card, money order, or cashier's check made payable to West Coast University. A Seat Deposit will be collected for each enrollment and cannot be applied to or carried over to enrollments for other programs or start terms. At their discretion, the Executive Director may refund the full Seat Deposit for unusual or unexpected circumstances that would warrant a full refund.

More information about the NBCOT examination process is available at: www.nbcot.org.

California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT) Disclosure
Graduates who wish to practice in California must apply with the California Board of Occupational Therapy to be issued licensure to practice in the state of California.

For more information about OTR license application requirements, please visit the California Board of Occupational Therapy at www.bot.ca.gov/.

Health Insurance Requirement
Students enrolled in the MSOT program will be required to provide evidence of health insurance prior to participation in fieldwork.  Participation in fieldwork is required to complete the program.