You might think that if you major in biology, your only career path involves working in a laboratory. Don’t break out the test tubes just yet; there are a lot of careers for biology majors you might not have considered. Biology majors are excellent candidates for many health science professions, and we recommend a biology
Part of what distinguishes USAHS’ entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) degree from our Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) degree is that our OTD students complete a capstone project. The capstone project is an opportunity for students to dive deeply into a topic that interests them within the OT field. At first, the process can
Deciding you want to pursue a career in occupational therapy may be easy, but choosing an OT school can be a little more complicated. The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) has offered an occupational therapy (OT) program for over 25 years. We’ve learned that each student is different. Discover our list of
Maybe you’ve graduated from college recently or decided to go back to school, and you find yourself drawn to careers where you can make a difference in people’s lives. You’ve thought about occupational therapy (OT) but aren’t ready to settle down in one place. So now you might be wondering how to become a travel
Some therapy appointments are easy to visualize as teletherapy. Consider mental health, for example. All you need is a video camera and an internet connection—talk therapy can happen anywhere. But other types of appointments, such as occupational therapy (OT), might be more challenging. However, the pandemic made virtual occupational therapy a reality and today’s occupational
Whether you’re a senior in high school, a sophomore in college or an established medical assistant, you may be drawn to occupational therapy (OT)—a rewarding and promising profession.1 Occupational therapists (OTs) are integral to the healthcare system. They assist individuals with a diverse range of tasks, from helping children learn essential skills to providing seniors
At some point in your life, you may have been or will be recommended to undergo rehabilitation. Rehabilitation is designed to help individuals regain essential functions to improve their quality of life. Whether you’re recovering from a traumatic injury or simply need help completing daily tasks, there are different types of rehabilitation available to aid
Do you enjoy problem solving and coming up with creative solutions? Do you have the patience and empathy to work with children and help them become more independent? If so, you might consider becoming a pediatric occupational therapist. In pediatric occupational therapy, you’ll have the opportunity to help children relearn and improve important coordination and
One of the most rewarding aspects of a USAHS education is learning from and working alongside seasoned and passionate faculty. When OT Program Director Marcia Hamilton joined the faculty of USAHS’s Miami campus in 2017, she brought with her more than three decades of experience in occupational therapy clinical practice. Over her career, Dr. Hamilton
If your aspiration is to make a difference in people’s lives as a licensed occupational therapist (OT), it’s essential to lay the groundwork for your success at the earliest opportunity. To become an occupational therapist, you must complete a graduate program from an accredited school earning either a Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) or a
Access to proactive, personalized therapy is critical for all professions. First responders, who often experience trauma in the field, feel this acutely. According to the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance, “more firefighters die from suicide each year than in the line of duty, and many additional suicides are likely unreported.” One student at the University of
Looking to advance to a career in OT? Our Master of Occupational Therapy program is the springboard you need for a solid foundation in occupational therapy leading to licensure and your future as an OT clinician. Now there are three ways you can earn your MOT at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences: