Occupational Therapy Programs
Earn Your Occupational Therapy Degree
Whether you are new to the profession or an occupational therapy (OT) professional, USAHS has an OT degree program and learning format for you. Guided by your faculty mentor, you will build skills, confidence and compassion through our distinctive curriculum. You’ll earn your occupational therapy degree while experiencing practice-ready learning using the most effective techniques, all in a dynamic community and in the service of helping others live their lives more fully.
Shorter and Newly Enhanced Curriculum
Now, you can earn your MOT in as few as 1.7 years and your OTD in as little as 2 years and start your career sooner.*Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress, credits transferred and other factors.
Facts and Figures
1-on-1
Faculty Support and Mentorship Each student is assigned a faculty mentor when they start the program. On-demand appointments with the faculty mentor and/or course instructors are available.
175+
Faculty
with Expertise in 30+ OT Specialties Data current as of August 2025
5,000+
OT Alumni.
Largest community of OT alumni Based on total MOT and OTD degrees conferred during 2020-2023 as reported by the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data is captured by IPEDS through interrelated surveys conducted annually by the Department of Education’s National Center for Educational Statistics (NCES) and from USAHS’ internal graduation data.
3
Start dates per year (varies by campus and format)
Why USAHS Occupational Therapy School?
The Journey to Clinical Excellence
Embark on a transformative, student-centered experience where expert faculty-practitioners guide you through immersive education, shaping you into an OT ready to lead the future. Learn More
Practice-ready Learning
Prepare for clinical practice with our blended, hands-on learning model. You will combine online and classroom instruction with hands-on practice in our Centers for Innovative Clinical Practice, Fieldwork and Pro Bono Clinics. Explore Simulaton Labs Explore Pro Bono
One-on-One Mentorship
Throughout the program, you’ll set structured goals and regularly meet with your faculty mentor to assess your progress toward achieving competencies. See Faculty
Student Support Services
Enjoy a smooth and fulfilling student experience with services and resources designed to inform, support, nurture and connect you throughout your journey at USAHS. See Student Services
Flexible Learning Pathways
Find a learning pathway that fits your schedule and preferences, from in-person classes to a blend of online learning with in-person labs—designed to match your needs and availability. Take the Quiz
Prepare for Career Success
Prepare for your OT career with a program that equips you for the NBCOT certification exam and builds your confidence to excel in interprofessional environments and professional practice. Explore IPE
Our OT Programs at a Glance
Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
Become an occupational therapy practitioner with your master’s in OT. Help people of all ages overcome physical and cognitive barriers and improve their quality of life by earning your occupational therapy degree. We offer the MOT program in three formats: Residential, Hybrid Immersion and Flex.
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Our entry-level doctoral occupational therapy program follows the same curriculum as the MOT with additional focus on expanded roles in the profession. You will gain research experience by completing a capstone project on a topic of your choice. The six trimester OTD is available in three formats: Residential, Hybrid Immersion and Flex.
Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (PPOTD)
Are you an experienced OT practitioner who wants to advance your credentials to the doctoral level? In our online PPOTD program, you can update your skills within clinical practice, research, and more. The PPOTD is not subject to accreditation by ACOTE.
What Does An OT Do?
What Can I Do With an Occupational Therapy Degree?
A career as an occupational therapist can be incredibly rewarding. From helping people with disabilities, to those who may have had a life-changing experience, OTs help people get back to doing the things they love most and have a better quality of life.
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Find out which OT Program is Right For You!
Progress:
MOT
OTD
Entry-level Degree
Yes
Yes
Work as an OT Clinician
Yes
Yes
Program Length
5 or 8 trimesters (varies by format)
6 or 9 trimesters (varies by format)
Program Structure
Coursework, innovative hands-on experiences, community engagement, fieldwork
Coursework, innovative hands-on experiences, community engagement, fieldwork, Capstone experience – choose an area of focus
Degree Outcome
Foundational clinical knowledge and skills
Foundational clinical knowledge and skills; Advanced skills and training for a future in leadership and advocacy
Fieldwork Experience
2 Trimesters
2 Trimesters
NBCOT Exam Prep
Yes
Yes
Admissions Requirements Basics
Bachelor’s degree OR licensed OTA with 84 college credits; Resume,
Personal Statement of Purpose,
Supplemental Questions
Bachelor’s degree; Same as MOT plus additional essay
Pick a Path to an Occupational Therapy Degree That Fits Your Lifestyle.
Our occupational therapy programs offer unique format delivery types. All of our programs are full-time commitments. Choose the one that best fits your needs.
Residential
Shortest Time to Completion
I want to participate in an engaging, campus-based education.
Coursework and immersive weekday lab experiences held on campus and online each week.
Live near campus.
Hybrid Immersion
Shortest Time to Completion
I want to live almost anywhere in the U.S. and benefit from blended learning.
Online coursework, live weekday sessions held virtually, and two immersive in-person lab experiences per term held on campus over extended weekends.
Flex
Longer Time to Completion
I want the benefits of blended learning while taking more time to earn my degree.
Online coursework, live evening and weekend sessions held virtually, plus immersive on-campus labs during select weekends.
Live anywhere within U.S. approved states.
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