Join an immersive, energized OT community
Play NowAs an occupational therapist, you can help people of all ages with physical, developmental, and social challenges improve their lives by engaging in meaningful daily activities. From pediatrics to geriatrics, from clinics to corporations, OTs are employed across a wide range of healthcare settings. They create adaptive technologies for athletes with disabilities, help children with learning differences participate fully in school, design ergonomic solutions for workers, support older adults with physical and cognitive changes—and much more. An OT degree opens so many doors. And it’s a well-paid profession that is growing fast. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, "Occupational Therapists"on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/occupational-therapists.htm (visited May 15th, 2021)
Occupational Therapy Programs
Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT), Residential & Flex
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD), Residential & Flex
Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (PPOTD)
Our MOT and OTD Programs
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Help People as a Clinician
Two-year Residential MOT
Our Residential MOT program path typically takes only two years to complete*, which is two fewer trimesters than the OTD.* The program is designed to be completed in this amount of time; however, the time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress, credits transferred, and other factors.
Launch your career sooner
Our MOT is a great-value program, putting you in position to launch your career, start earning money, and start making a difference sooner.
Become a clinician
As an OT clinician, you can help people of all ages overcome physical and cognitive barriers and improve their quality of life.OTD
Make an Impact in Expanded Roles
Additional coursework
In the OTD’s additional two trimesters of study beyond the MOT, you will gain more skills in emerging practice areas and learn about leadership, advocacy, and policymaking.
More open doors
The OTD is helpful for those who seek roles in practice leadership, on boards of occupational therapy associations, in patient advocacy, and in research.
The Future of OT
The OTD is the future of the profession. In 2018, 28% of accredited MOT programs shifted to the OTD. American Association of Occupational Therapy, “Academic Programs Annual Data Report Academic Year 2017–2018,” 2018. pg. 3.
Residential
If you want a weekday class schedule and an on-campus student experience, choose the Residential option. Didactic courses are blended, while lab sessions take place face-to-face during the week.Learning Methodology
Online coursework plus face-to-face lab sessions on campus. The Residential path requires a full-time commitment.
Student Lifestyle
Lives near campus and attends school full-time
Flex
If you work, have other obligations, or live a distance from campus, choose the Flex format. Access coursework online and attend face-to-face classes and lab sessions on campus during select weekends each term.Learning Methodology
Online coursework plus on-campus clinical labs held on select weekends. The Flex path also requires a full-time commitment.
Student Lifestyle
Lives near campus or travels to campus on weekends
Why USAHS?
Leader in health sciences education
USAHS has been dedicated solely to graduate education in health sciences for more than 40 years. You will join a community of like-minded faculty and students focused on delivering excellent patient care and taking on advanced roles within their professions.
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Leading faculty
Our faculty is composed of educators and clinicians who are experts in their fields. Faculty members currently treat patients, publish research, or serve on the boards of professional organizations. They draw from their diverse expertise to develop our curricula.
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Leader in innovation
USAHS is at the forefront of innovative teaching and learning models. Our blended learning model offers students the best of interactive, media-rich online learning combined with immersive, hands-on experiences in our labs and simulation centers. Our rehab-focused, state-of-the art simulation centers provide a safe learning environment where students practice treating mock patients using real medical equipment and cutting-edge EdTech tools.
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Five destination campuses
We have campuses in five exciting and beautiful cities: San Marcos, California; St. Augustine, Florida; Miami, Florida; Austin, Texas; and Dallas, Texas. Each of our campuses is its own tight-knit community of engaged faculty and students sharing ideas and knowledge.
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Interprofessional education
Good patient care depends on harmonious teamwork among healthcare practitioners. That’s why, from your very first trimester, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with your peers in other rehabilitative science disciplines, learning each other’s roles and responsibilities.
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Social responsibility
USAHS is a Certified B Corp™ institution, with a focus on community service, social and environmental responsibility, accountability, and transparency. We offer service-learning opportunities that enhance your clinical experiences, and we work to advance the rehabilitative sciences through student and faculty advocacy.
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Career connections
At USAHS, we’re proud of our national network of more than 10,000 USAHS data as of Nov. 2020. accomplished alumni, including thousands of licensed rehabilitation practitioners. Your collaborative relationships with faculty and your peers—and the connections you make during your fieldwork experiences—can help you launch your career.
Learn MoreUpcoming OT Events
WednesdayJanuary 26, 2022
Occupational Therapy Programs (OTD, OTD Flex, MOT, & MOT Flex) – Admissions Webinar
TuesdayFebruary 8, 2022
Post Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Webinar
WednesdayFebruary 9, 2022
