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St. Ambrose is pleased to offer the only master of occupational therapy program in Iowa.

Overview | History

Overview
Occupational Therapy is a health and rehabiltation profession that helps people regain, develop and build skills that are important for independent functioning, health, well being, security and happiness. Occupational Therapists address psychological, social, physical and environmental factors that impede independent functioning in all aspects of life. This unique perspective is reflected in our curriculum design.

Prior to entering the masters of occupational therapy program, students receive a strong foundation in the liberal arts, completing a minimum of two years of prerequisite coursework. The professional phase of the program is arranged in life-span development and includes five semesters on campus and one semester of full-time field work (24 weeks).

With this three year format, students will have the opportunity to complete thier undergraduate degree, enroll in electives, special topics or independent study courses that will enrich their educational experience. 

In addition to this, the OT program has an assistive technology lab that serves as a resource center offering free assisstive technology services to healthcare professionals and the community. Students will have the opportunity to study and work in this area.

History
In response to urgent local and regional needs for trained health professionals, St. Ambrose established a bachelor of science in occupational therapy (BSOT) degree program in 1987. The first class graduated in 1991.

In 1997, in recognition of an ever-increasing emphasis on professional and advanced training, the program evolved to offer graduate-level coursework leading to a masters of occupational therapy (MOT) degree. St. Ambrose offers the only master of occupational therapy program in Iowa.

View a Power Point presentation on the MOT program at St. Ambrose by clicking here.