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Doctor of Occupational Therapy

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Program Overview

The Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy prepares students to become highly qualified entry-entry level, occupational therapists. The holistic curriculum integrates didactic and experiential learning in a variety of settings, providing students with entry-level skills in clinical practice, administration, clinical research, leadership, program and policy development, advocacy, education, and theory development. Didactic and experiential learning creates reflective and holistic practitioners who understand the complexity of occupational engagement and systems across a variety of settings, populations, and geography. Partnerships with local health care systems, clinics, and non-profit organizations further give students clinical and critical thinking skills to assume leadership roles in the community as ethical and capable practitioners.

Possible Career Options

OTs work in many sectors, which is helpful for those who want the flexibility of a variety of career paths. Graduates of the OTD program prepare for a wide range of opportunities in hospitals, schools, home health, community agencies, and skilled nursing. OTD professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit can also strike out on their own as a practice owner or consultant.

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Sandra Masso
Besides UTRGV being close to home, family, and friends, I chose to attend UTRGV because of its high-quality education for my major and all the opportunities it will open for me in the future. UTRGV offers a great Occupational Therapy Master’s Program, which not many universities offer, and it will help me fulfill my goals in life. 
Sandra Masso, OTD UTRGV Student
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