It is the applicant's responsibility to assure that all required supporting documentation is received by the deadline. After successful completion of the certification exam, students will be eligible to sit for the Texas State Licensure Exam, which is required to practice athletic training in the State of Texas. Courses in Allied Health Athletic Training. Occupational therapy practitioners are skilled professionals whose education includes the study of human growth and development with specific emphasis on the social, emotional, and physiological effects of illness and injury. Practitioners must complete supervised clinical internships in a variety of health care setting and pass a national examination.
Most states also regulate occupational therapy practice.
The first year summer semester courses are offered in Lubbock only. Applications are due in the Office of Admissions and Student Affairs by March 1 each year. All additional materials, including the most recent transcript and letters of reference are due by March 1. Class size is limited and all admissions are competitive. Courses in Allied Health Occupational Therapy.