BS/MS - Occupational Therapy
The focus of the occupational therapy program is to prepare the OTA adult learner for transition to a master’s entry-level practitioner through a flexible, part-time evening program, which encompasses a philosophy of progressive education. This program will meet the standards, skills, values and ethics set forth by the Accreditation Council of Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).
Admission Policy
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health Studies from SSC
- A minimum of a 3.0 GPA (Students with a GPA of less than 3.0 may petition the SSC Occupational Therapy Graduate Committee for consideration of admissions.)
Work Related Experience
- Candidates must maintain certification and/or licensure while enrolled in the program and will submit a copy of his/her credentials to the Admissions Office
Additional
- Meet all other SSC admission policies as stated in the occupational therapy graduate program application
Graduates from the Masters program meeting all requirements will be eligible to sit for the Occupational Therapy Certification Examination administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
*It is important to note that any student that has been convicted of a prior felony may be considered ineligible by NBCOT to sit for the NBCOT exam and may be unable to attain an OT license from the State Licensure Board.
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Contact Us
Potential Students with questions about admission to this program should contact Jean MacLachlan at 978-542-7009 or jean.maclachlan@salemstate.edu.
Current students with programmatic or degree questions should contact Jean MacLachlan at 978-542-7009 or jean.maclachlan@salemstate.edu.
For all other questions, contact The Graduate School at 978-542-6323 or graduate@salemstate.edu.
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