A major objective of the Department of Occupational Therapy is to prepare competent and contemporary occupational therapists with a Master of Science. These practitioners, by their commitment to advance the health, wellness, and quality of life for the clients they serve are recognized as leaders among health and rehabilitation professionals.
Graduates of this educational program will enter the profession as practitioners who are prepared to:
- Be mindful, reflective, ethical, and critical thinking (reasoning) practitioners.
- Anticipate, analyze, and address occupational needs using occupation-based interventions.
- Advocate, communicate, and contribute to our discipline and profession in existing and emerging practice areas.
- Value and demonstrate civic engagement, professional engagement and community participation.
- Become role models, partners, and collaborators attentive to minority and underserved populations.
- Discern entry-level positions that reflect their skills, interests, and abilities in a variety of practice settings.
- Value life-long learning through continuing professional development, specialty certification, and/or doctoral education.
- Analyze and synthesize program outcomes.
- Adhere to safety regulations with patient/client care.
- Adhere to ethical practices.
- Use judgment in safety for self and others.
- Demonstrate ability to collaborate through practice and/or discussion.
- Produce clear documentation of client services.
- Communicate effectively; verbally and non-verbally.
- Demonstrate professional behaviors.