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Graduate and Adult Learning

Master of Occupational Therapy

Program Overview

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Our MOT program is designed to be flexible and career-focused, helping students build the skills needed for licensure and advanced practice:

Length & Cohort

Two-year, full-time program delivered in a lockstep cohort that begins each fall.

Credit Hours

69 semester credit hours of graduate-level occupational therapy coursework.

Hybrid Format

Online instruction paired with 18 weekend, in-person sessions across 10-week terms.

Two Entry Pathways

OTA Bridge Pathway â€“ For licensed OTAs advancing into therapist roles.

Alternative Pathway â€“ For bachelor’s degree holders in related fields.

Fieldwork & Experiential Learning

Hands-on training across multiple practice settings:

  • Four faculty-led Level I fieldwork experiences integrated into on-campus MOT Weekends.
  • Two 12-week full-time Level II placements with high quality fieldwork partners closer to students’ home communities.
NBCOT® Exam & Licensure Prep

Eligibility for national certification and state licensure after successful completion of academic and fieldwork requirements.

Accreditation

Fully accredited by ACOTE.

The ÈËÊÞÐÔ½» University MOT Program has a status of accreditation by the:

Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education Association
7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 501E
Bethesda, MD 20814
ACOTE's phone: (301)-6526611
ACOTE's website: 

WHO SHOULD APPLY

The program is a strong fit for students and professionals ready to advance their careers in occupational therapy:

  • Licensed OTAs ready to advance to the occupational therapist role
  • Bachelor’s degree holders in OT-related fields seeking a graduate path
  • Career changers entering a high-demand healthcare field
  • Working professionals needing a hybrid format (80% online coursework – 20% in person)

 

CAREER OUTCOMES

With an MOT degree and NBCOT certification, graduates are prepared for clinical and leadership roles in diverse occupational therapy settings, such as:

  • Hospitals and rehabilitation centers
  • Schools and pediatric programs
  • Outpatient and community clinics
  • Mental health services
  • Skilled nursing facilities
  • Home health programs
  • Emerging areas such as ergonomics and workplace wellness
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