Occupational Therapy - Post-Professional

Towson University

United States of America, Towson

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Duration4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 50,400 / Year

Next IntakeAugust 28, 2023

Occupational Therapy - Post-Professional

About

Degree: Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
https://www.towson.edu/chp/departments/occutherapy/programs/ppotd/

Program Director: Kendra Heatwole Shank, PhD, OTR/L
Phone: 410-704-4437
Email: [email protected]

The Post-Professional Occupational Therapy doctorate (PPOT) is an advanced clinical degree for eligible occupational therapists with evidence of successful initial certification by the National Certification Board of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) as an OTR, and at least a Master's degree. The PPOT is grounded in the science of occupation and evidence-based advanced practice. The curriculum consists of 33 units, which are fully available via online learning. Course content includes advanced clinical assessment and intervention, occupational science seminars, and inter-professional studies. Each graduate must complete an individual capstone project during a two-course sequence. The program can be completed on a part-time or full-time basis.

Examine and apply knowledge related to occupation as it supports the participation of people in their daily lives.
Analyze, generate, and disseminate knowledge that reflects advanced professional reasoning and models of occupation for individuals, groups, or populations.
Demonstrate application of knowledge and skills that integrates critical thinking, reflective practice, and creativity to generate evidence-based evaluations and interventions.

Disciplines

College of Health Professions

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Send your transcript.

This applies to regionally accredited degrees earned within the United States.

Degree-seeking applicants must submit one official transcript from each college or university they attended. Non-degree applicants must submit one official transcript from the institution where they earned their highest degree.

Official transcripts must be sent by the issuing institution electronically, using a transcript encryption service via email to [email protected], OR by mail, sealed and stamped by the issuing institution to: Towson University, Graduate Admissions, 8000 York Road, Towson, MD 21252.

Transcripts submitted by the student are not considered official.

Pre-degree students must make sure their transcript includes all grades from the first semester of their senior year.

Submit email addresses for letters of recommendation.

Some programs require letters of recommendation as part of the application process. If the program for which you are applying requires letters of recommendation, you must enter the email address of each recommender in order to successfully submit your application. An email will be sent directly to your references asking them to complete an online recommendation.

Additional requirements for international applicants.

International students are required to be enrolled full-time in graduate degree programs at Towson University. Review the list of graduate programs that meet F1/JI requirements. In addition, international applicants may be required to provide proof of English-language proficiency and a course-by-course credential evaluation.

Note: Students who have completed a degree in the U.S. will qualify for English Proficiency without submitting additional test scores.

English Requirements

PTEMin 57
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Fee Information

Application Fee 45

How to Apply

Complete your application and submit the application fee.

A $45 non-deferrable, non-refundable fee is required with your application. Students applying with a fee waiver will have the option to choose the type of fee waiver to be used during the payment section of the application.

Occupational Therapy - Post-Professional

Towson University

United States of America, Towson

Go to Official Website