The occupational therapist skillfully assesses a client's abilities and limitations, and then designs an individualized treatment plan to increase skills and thus improve quality of life. Our clients have experienced a loss of ability to perform role related activities because of physical disease, injury or the aging process, a change in socioeconomic status, sensory loss or psychological illness. They are well trained in the functions of the mind and body and are creative in adapting those functions to a client's needs. Positions are available in hospitals, clinics, schools, rehabilitation centers, private practice and home health agencies. Therapists serve as important members of interdisciplinary teams which may include the physician, nurse, physical therapist, speech therapist, social workers, rehabilitation counselor, psychologist, dietitian, and teachers.
Most graduates serve primarily as clinicians.
Many complete additional education to serve as educators, administrators, or researchers. The prime concern is with an individual's ability to lead an active healthy life within family and community environment. The minimum acceptable GPA for entry into the program is 2.8. Any student with a GPA of 2.8 or higher than this will be considered for entry into the program. The program is described as being interdisciplinary.