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:
- Human Development
- Occupational Science and Functional Performance
- Assistive Technology for Social Participation
- Occupational Therapy Process: Evaluation, Intervention, Outcomes
- Professional Issues: Management, Research, Legislation
- 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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