Pre-Occupational Therapy
Track
What is occupational therapy?
The pre-occupational therapy track (Pre-OTD) program is designed for students interested in preparing for a career as an occupational therapist. Occupational therapists enable clients to develop, regain or adapt the skills to perform the activities needed to maximize functional independence. According to the Bureau of Labor Services, the number of jobs in the field are expected to grow 12% over the next decade.
How does the pre-OTD track prepare me for an occupational therapy career?
The pre-occupational therapy track enables students majoring in exercise science, applied health science, educational studies or psychology to prepare for application to the Trine University Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program and other occupational therapy studies programs in the United States.
The traditional pathway to most OTD education programs is through a competitive application process. Different OTD programs have different prerequisite courses/admissions requirements. The Trine University Pre-OTD curriculum provides a foundation for entry into OTD programs, but students in this program must pay particular attention to the specific prerequisites for their OTD program of choice. The Trine University Pre-OTD Program track prepares students for admission into an occupational therapy program.
Entering students who have achieved superior academic performance in high school may apply for the Trine University OTD Direct Entry program. Learn more about the OTD Direct Entry program.
What kind of support will I get?
The Pre-OTD program gives opportunities for guidance from occupational therapy faculty and interaction with Trine's OTD program. It establishes realistic expectations for success.
Additional Information
Entering students who have achieved superior academic performance in high school may apply for the Trine University OTD Direct Entry program.
Information about tuition can be found at Cost and Investment.
Angela Bojrab, D.P.M.
Director of Pre-Health Professions
bojraba@trine.edu
260-665-4688
Beth O’Rourke OTD, OTR/L, BCPR
Program Director, Occupational Therapy
orourkeb@trine.edu
260-702-3595
Program Information
Program Feature
3+3
Duration
120-128 hours
Level
Undergraduate
Campus Location
Angola, IN