Occupational Therapy (OTD)

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Occupational therapy is a dynamic and rapidly growing field within rehabilitation medicine, dedicated to empowering individuals to live life to the fullest. Occupational therapists work with people of all ages to promote health, well-being, and independence through meaningful activities that enhance daily living. Whether helping a child thrive in school, supporting an individual recovering from injury, or assisting older adults in maintaining their independence, occupational therapists make a profound impact. They can be found in diverse settings, including but not limited to hospitals, outpatient clinics, nursing homes, schools, and private practices, providing life-changing interventions that improve quality of life.

The UM-Flint Occupational Therapy program, leading to a Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) degree, is a 110-credit program requiring 9 semesters (3 calendar years) completed on a full-time basis. It includes didactic and laboratory coursework, fieldwork experiences, and a residency/capstone project. Courses are offered on campus, with some taught in mixed mode using a flipped-classroom methodology.

Admission Information

The Graduate Programs Office serves as the primary source of information for all prospective graduate students, providing detailed guidance and resources to facilitate the application process. Up-to-date and comprehensive details regarding admissions procedures, requirements and deadlines can be found on the program page on the Graduate Programs website.

Academic Rules and Regulations

See the College of Health Sciences (CHS) and Graduate Study sections for rules and regulations pertaining to all CHS graduate programs.

Requirements (110 credits)

An overall GPA of 3.0 or higher, with no course grade lower than a C (2.0), must be maintained throughout the program. A student who receives two course grades below C (2.0) will be dismissed from the program.

Note

The entry-level occupational therapy doctoral degree program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association, located at 7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 510E, Bethesda, MD 20814. ACOTE’s telephone number, c/o AOTA, is (301) 652-6611, and its web address is www.acoteonline.org.