Occupational Therapy

The Department of Occupational Therapy at Abilene Christian University prepares students to use their gifts and talents to work with those who need assistance to participate in their daily activities. You’ll learn to competently apply best scientific practices and therapeutic interventions. You’ll become confident in practice through interactions with experienced faculty and placements in a series of fieldwork assignments.
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The Department of Occupational Therapy at Abilene Christian University prepares students to use their gifts and talents to work with those who need assistance to participate in their daily activities. You’ll learn to competently apply best scientific practices and therapeutic interventions. You’ll become confident in practice through interactions with experienced faculty and placements in a series of fieldwork assignments.

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The Department of Occupational Therapy offers both a Master’s of Science degree in Occupational Therapy and a Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree. Each of these degree programs combines rigorous academic study with extensive fieldwork placements and prepares you to sit for the National Board Certification Examination for Occupational Therapists (NBCOT) and to apply for licensure as an occupational therapist in the state in which you intend to practice.

The Doctor of Occupational Therapy further equips you for specialized focus within the field of occupational therapy, providing training in research and advanced techniques and building the skills to lead and uplift the capabilities of others.