Post-professional Programs in
OT - Online Doctoral Level Programs -
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Postprofessional OT Doctorate Programs
Arizona
Arizona School of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University of Health Sciences
Department of Occupational Therapy
A.T. Still University
5850 E. Still Circle
Mesa, AZ 85206-3618
Phone: (480) 219-6070; Fax: (480) 219-6100
E-Mail:
lnishijima@atsu.edu
Web page: www.atsu.edu/ashs/online_programs/index.htm
Contact Person: Linda Nishijima, Program Manager
Degree(s) Offered: Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Major Area(s) of Study: The role of occupational therapy in prevention and health promotion and wellness; program development and evaluation.
Area(s) of Concentration: The mission of the post-professional
program OTD program is to enable occupational therapists in any practice
area to develop roles and skills beyond that of the
therapist-clinician; to educate them to become practitioner-scholars who
can translate knowledge (including cross-disciplinary theories and
research) into practice and who are capable of serving as agents of
change in new and expanded arenas.
Distance Learning Options: This program is conducted through elearning (online) in its entirety.
Admission Requirements:
- Initial certification as an occupational therapist from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- A master’s degree or higher from a US regionally-accredited college or university.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 for
all prior undergraduate and graduate level coursework and degrees
completed; minimum occupational therapy program GPA of 3.25 (on a 4.00
scale).
- No GRE required.
- An up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae.
- A letter of intent providing a
description of why the ATSU-ASHS OTD program was chosen by the applicant
and how the program aligns with the applicant’s intended career goals.
- Two letters of reference.
- Interview (conducted via phone or
SKYPE, based upon applicant preference) to identify the goodness of fit
of the program for the applicant.
- Official sealed transcripts from all institutions attended.
- All students are required to demonstrate proficiency in English.
For further details and for international applicants interested in applying to the OTD program, please visit our website.
Special Features: This online program is entirely web-based
allowing students to work at home at their convenience. It is supported
by an online/virtual library. Students are admitted to the program once
per academic year in the Fall Quarter and participate with a cohort of
peers throughout the program.
Developed for the practicing occupational therapist, the program is
designed to be completed in two years, including summers, based upon a
part-time plan of study. The program requires a minimum of 48 quarter
credit hours beyond the Master’s degree and includes the following
coursework:
- Occupational Therapy Doctoral
Seminars (24 credits required – six four-credit seminar courses: The
Role of OT in Health Promotion and Wellness; Program Development and
Evaluation I & II; Strategic and Business Planning; Leadership and
Advocacy; Writing for Publication)
- Electives (8 credits required – two
four-credit elective courses – such as: Disability Studies,
Organizational Behavior, Policy Analysis, the Scholarship of Teaching
and Learning).
- Doctoral Project (16 credits –
eight two -credit doctoral project courses taken in sequence together
with one’s cohort of peers throughout the duration of the program)
In addition to coursework, program requirements include completion of a
doctoral project and submission of a professional portfolio with
artifacts representing the attainment of core competencies.
Financial Aid: Financial support, including private and federal
loans, is available for students accepted into the Doctorate in
Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program at the Arizona School of Health
Sciences through the Student Financial Assistance Office. This office
assists students in developing a comprehensive financial assistance
package based on individual needs. 800.626.5266, ext. 2529;
http://www.atsu.edu/ashs/programs/occupational_therapy/financial_assistance.htm.
Institutional Accreditor: The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association;
http://www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org/
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http://www.aota.org/Education-Careers/Find-School/Postprofessional/PostprofessionalOT-D.aspx#sthash.UEjJeu4k.dpuf
