Why Choose Occupational Therapy at AIC?

Combined Baccalaureate/Master's Degree Model (BSOS/MSOT);
4 Calendar Year Program- 12 Semesters (including four summers);
Strong Program Focus on:

Level I Fieldwork experiences that are coordinated by faculty members beginning in Years Two-Three; are integrated into service delivery courses in Years Four-five; and continue into the graduate phase
Committed, experienced faculty who: enjoy teaching and mentoring; have demonstrated a strong interest in research and scholarship; and possess strong clinical backgrounds in practice areas
Exceptional physical resources within Courniotes Hall including spacious classrooms, a human cadaver anatomical laboratory, and well-equipped clinical performance laboratories that include areas designated for:

testing and assessment;
task analysis/group activity;
mats and motor equipment;
wheelchair mobility and transfers;
home accessibility (kitchen and bathroom);
supportive modalities (whirlpool; heat/cold; ultrasound;TENS/EMS); splinting; and
work capacity evaluation/work conditioning.

Small classes and innovative teaching/learning methodologies, including case and problem-based learning.

The Pass Rate for first-time test takers on a National Certification Examination from 2005-2007 is 77%.

For repeat test takers from 2005-2007, the pass rate is 100%.

The job placement rate for new graduates from 2005-2007 is 100%.

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