Occupational Therapy Degree
Occupational Therapy Degree
Assist individuals in developing skills to live meaningful and productive lives.
Request InformationOccupational therapy is a diverse field that assists people with disabilities or other challenges to live the best lives possible. By focusing on the physical, psychological and social needs of its patients, occupational therapy assists people in developing skills and attitudes to adapt to injury, disease, and disability so that their lives become more productive and meaningful.
Why a B.S. Degree in Occupational Therapy?
Can you envision yourself in a diverse career field assisting people with disabilities
or other challenges to live the best lives possible? Do you enjoy learning about biology,
physiology, and psychology and how you can use those concepts to help others adapt
to an injury, disease, or disability? If you answered yes, then a bachelor’s degree
in Occupational Therapy could be the perfect fit for you!
About the Occupational Therapy Major
Our B.S. in Occupational Therapy is part of a five-year cooperative 3+2 program, in
which students spend their first three years at McKendree and final two years at Washington
University’s School of Medicine. Once you meet all requirements for the major, including
one year in the Occupational Therapy program at Washington University, you’ll earn
your bachelor’s degree from McKendree. By completing one more year of graduate work,
you’ll earn a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Washington University.
Occupational Therapy majors pursuing their master’s degree must complete at least
30 hours of volunteer time in an Occupational Therapy related setting.
2023-2024 Program Catalog
A minor in Occupational Therapy is also available.
Why McKendree?
McKendree University provides you with interactive learning opportunities through
our small class sizes, experienced faculty, and unique internship experiences that
move you beyond the classroom. We are committed to your success in the degree programs
we offer, the internships and extracurricular activities that will set you apart,
and the college experience you’ll get here. Just 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis,
Missouri, McKendree University is located in historic Lebanon, Illinois, and affords
students a host of enriching cultural, career, and entertainment opportunities.
Program Highlights
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3+2 program enables you to earn your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Occupational Therapy in just five years
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Our faculty are committed to providing you with a high quality academic experience that prepares you for graduate school and careers
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Outside volunteer opportunities give you experience in Occupational Therapy before you graduate
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Related clubs and honor societies enable you to meet others and enhance your resume
Volunteer Opportunities
Our Occupational Therapy students gain valuable insight into the profession through
a variety of community service opportunities, including:
- Autism centers
- Child care facilities
- Special Olympics
- Group homes
- Elderly care facilities
- Hospitals
- Rehabilitation facilities
- Summer camps for children with special needs
- Equestrian programs
Employment Opportunities
Occupational Therapists work with the elderly, babies, infants, children, adults with
disabilities, individuals with illnesses, or individuals dealing with an acute injury.
Employers can include school systems, long-term care facilities, hospitals, home health
care organizations, rehabilitation facilities, and industry and social service agencies.
Interesting Courses
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Introduction to Occupational Therapy
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Abnormal Psychology
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Anatomy & Physiology
Club Information / Honor Societies
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Psychology Club
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Pi Gamma Mu (International Social Science Honor Society) - Student members enjoy enriching activities, service projects, publications, guest lectureship grants, and scholarship programs.
Related Programs
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Key Faculty
Assistant Professor
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(618) 537-6886
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