Many pre-occupational therapy students select Exercise Science as a major. However, students may select any undergraduate major to chart their course of studies. When selecting a major, two points to consider are the overlap between major requirements and occupational therapy school prerequisites and interest in major content coursework.
There is no pre-occupational therapy major at Lindenwood. Rather, select your preferred major and notify your academic advisor so they can work with you to ensure proper enrollment in occupational therapy school prerequisite courses.
The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) has an .
Prerequisite coursework varies from one occupational therapy program to the next. Below are the most common requirements, with Lindenwood course numbers included:
Beyond the common prerequisites above, requirements will vary from one occupational therapy program to the next. It is important for the student to research the requirements of the schools they wish to apply early so that a degree plan can be designed appropriately.
Specific information about course prerequisites can be located on individual program websites. the AOTA has a .
Many occupational therapy programs have required observation hours. The requirements vary between schools.
In addition to a required number of hours, many schools also require more than one setting where observation hours occur.
Specific information about observation hour requirements can be located on individual program websites. .
Many occupational therapy schools require prospective students to take the GRE (Graduate Record Examination)
Students often prepare and complete the GRE in the summer before their senior year
, including test centers and dates, ID requirements, and more.
Students may pursue either a master’s or a doctorate in occupational therapy. The AOTA provides .
Lindenwood has established articulation agreements with other institutions to provide benefits to our students. Students, of course, are not limited to the programs in the articulation agreements.
Rockhurst University
A maximum number of 2 qualifying Lindenwood students will be automatically accepted into the Rockhurst Occupational Therapy doctoral program.
For this articulation, students must first complete their undergraduate degree at Lindenwood.
Washington University in St. Louis
This 3-2 program allows students to complete their first three years of schooling at Lindenwood, then begin the 3 year Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) curriculum at Washington University. After completing your first year at Washington University, your undergraduate degree in Exercise Science will be awarded. This program allows you to complete your undergraduate degree and your MSOT a year faster than typical.
Students must separately apply to Washington University’s MSOT program.