The undergraduate curriculum leads to the Bachelor of Science with a major in occupational therapy. An additional six-month internship is required for students to qualify for the national examination leading to certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
Professional study begins in the summer preceding the senior year.
Major academic course work is completed during the senior year. The major in occupational therapy is a competitive program which requires all interested students to apply directly to the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy. Applicants must be enrolled at USC and must complete one semester, or more, of full-time study prior to applying to the major. Freshmen may apply following completion of their freshman year. Juniors must apply by January 15 for the program beginning the following June.