Occupational Therapy

The Department of Occupational Therapy (OTH) at the College of St. Scholastica has provided occupational therapy entry-level education for more than 25 years. The Department offers two paths to entry-level education in occupational therapy: a Doctor of Occupational Therapy (O.T.D.) and a Master’s of Science in Occupational Therapy (MS OTH). The Department is located at the Health Science Center with both Programs delivered from this location,  providing students an education in a state-of-the-art learning environment. Located on site is the maurice’s® Community Clinic which provides students hands-on learning opportunities with diverse client populations throughout the progression of the Program. Occupational therapy curriculum is focused on developing students’ knowledge and understanding of occupational therapy process across the lifespan to prepare for entry-level practice in occupational therapy. Based on Experiential Learning Theory and occupation-based practice models, the curriculum integrates clinical experiences with academic learning and personal reflection to foster clinical reasoning and professionalism. Students learn fundamentals of science driven, evidence based occupational therapy practice for individuals across the lifespan through faculty facilitated experiences and community engagement. Occupational therapy faculty bring diverse experiences to the students including expertise in emotional and behavioral health, health and wellness, pediatrics, neurorehabilitation, assistive technology, physical and orthopedic conditions, older adult services, and emerging practice areas. Evidence-based practice projects, advised by faculty, provide students the opportunity to engage in critical appraisal of research and develop an evidence-based project that furthers their understanding of knowledge translation within the field of occupational therapy. The two degree paths vary in length of time to complete and total credits, as well as the individualized capstone experience for the doctoral program.

Contact Information

cssoth@css.edu

Programs

The Occupational Therapy Department offers these programs: