Occupational Therapy Department

BS Program Admission Policy

1. Educational Requirements:
• An Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution with certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• A GPA that reflects a high level of academic achievement.


2. Work Related Experience:
• One year of clinical experience prior to taking professional development courses is recommended.
• 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.
• One letter of recommendation from a current or past employer is required.


3. Completion of Salem State College's general education, distribution, lecture, support courses and any other competencies required for a Bachelor of Science degree, prior to beginning the professional course work in the occupational therapy major.



4. Meet all other Salem State College admission policies. For further information on these policies, visit the Admissions website.