According to the AOTA, occupational therapy practitioners enable people of all ages to live life to its fullest by helping them promote health, and prevent—or live better with—injury, illness, or disability.
Common occupational therapy interventions include helping children with disabilities to participate fully in school and social situations, helping people recovering from injury to regain skills, and providing supports for older adults experiencing physical and cognitive changes.
National demand for occupational therapists is expected to grow by 27 percent over the next decade. Nationally, 96% of OT jobs require a master's degree.
The average salary for an occupational therapist is over $81,000. Graduates from Salem State's program achieve high pass rates on the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam.