Program Chair: Sibla
Degree Type: Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
Overview
The new Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program is scheduled to begin in Fall 2024. The University of Mary has received applicant status from the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education and is submitting for candidacy status in August 2024.
Occupational therapy makes it possible for people to achieve independence and to enjoy life to its fullest. The Occupational Therapy program at the University of Mary prepares students to be competent, caring, ethical, compassionate occupational therapy practitioners who can meet the diverse ccupational needs of individuals, groups, and communities. Graduates of the occupational therapy program will have the skills and training necessary to practice in a variety of professional roles and settings.
The University of Mary offers an entry level master’s degree or doctoral degree. Students can learn more about both degrees during the first two semesters of the program to determine which is best for them. Upon successful completion of your occupational therapy degree, you will be eligible to take the certification examination for the occupational therapist, administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). The master’s degree and the doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy is offered at the University of Mary’s main campus in Bismarck, ND, along with satellite location in Fargo, ND. The Bismarck and Fargo locations offer the program through live video conferencing for lectures while labs are held separately. The Billings location offers the doctorate degree only and does not use interactive video conferencing.
Students may apply to the Occupational Therapy Program during their senior year of high school through the Early Assurance process, during their junior year of college through the priority admissions process, or during or after their senior year through the traditional application process. The University of Mary also offers a unique approach by allowing students to begin the Occupational Therapy Program during their senior year of college. These students are eligible to receive a bachelor’s degree in occupational performance upon completion of required coursework. This allows students to complete an occupational therapy master’s degree in as little as 5 years or a doctorate degree in 6 years. See the Department of Occupational Therapy page for more information.
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