You’ve earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. What’s next? An undergraduate degree in psychology is a versatile pursuit that may lead to multiple career options, including occupational therapy (OT). Psychology and OT are intertwined fields, and both are human services. A psychology degree is valuable to prospective occupational therapists due to its: Foundation in
Did you know that a degree in psychology opens doors to various opportunities in health and rehabilitative sciences? You’ll have the chance to explore several fields and specialties beyond clinical behavior study. Learn more about pursuing a unique career path in psychology and beyond, plus educational requirements and insight into each position. These requirements can
After completing your bachelor’s program in kinesiology, one of the best things you can do is to pursue an advanced degree. Graduate programs can help you gain knowledge and field expertise and advance your career. With more career opportunities comes potentially higher salaries. To qualify for many of the following graduate programs, you will need
The sixth annual U.S. Open Adaptive Surfing Championship (ASC) was held from September 6th to 10th at the Oceanside Pier in Oceanside, California. The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) was the event title sponsor for the fourth consecutive year. The international gathering of champions showcases the transformative athleticism of adaptive surfers and
A post-graduate education is a great way to enhance your career prospects, especially in the field of health sciences. But there are many things to consider before taking the plunge, not least of all the financial cost of pursuing a graduate program. Of course, not all programs are designed equally, and when you settle on
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
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
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
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