Program Overview

Occupational Therapy Program

The Occupational Therapy program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of occupational therapy.

Program Goals

The program aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to become competent occupational therapists.

Curriculum

The curriculum is divided into five years, with each year building on the previous one to provide a comprehensive education in occupational therapy.

First Year

• BIO 101: Human Biology I (4 credits)
• BIO 102: Human Biology II (4 credits)
• CHM 101: General Chemistry (4 credits)
• CHM 102: Introduction to Biochemistry (4 credits)
• PHY 101: General Physics (2 credits)
• BIOPHY 102: Biophysics (2 credits)
• MAT 101: Mathematics (2 credits)
• BIOSTAT 102: Biostatistics (2 credits)
• ENGFY 101: English I (2 credits)
• ENGFY 102: English II (2 credits)
• COM 101: Computer I (1 credit)
• COM 102: Computer II (1 credit)
• IMEFY 101: Islamic Medical Ethics (2 credits)
• ARFY 102: Arabic Language (2 credits)
• SSK 101: Study Skills I (1 credit)
• SSK 102: Study Skills II (1 credit)
• MT 101: Medical Terminology 1 (1 credit)
• MT 102: Medical Terminology II (1 credit)

Second Year

• ANTOT 201: Anatomy I (3 credits)
• ANTOT 202: Anatomy II & Histology (3 credits)
• PHYSOT 201: Physiology I (3 credits)
• PHYSOT 202: Physiology II (3 credits)
• OT 201: Foundations of OT (2 credits)
• OT 202: Principles & Ethics in OT (2 credits)
• OT 203: Neuroscience (2 credits)
• OT 204: Functional Assessment in OT (3 credits)
• OT 205: OT Process (2 credits)
• OT 206: Neurological Physical Cases (2 credits)
• OT 207: OT Techniques (3 credits)
• OT 208: OT Theories/Approaches (2 credits)
• OT 209: Pharmacology (2 credits)

Third Year

• OT 301: Human Growth & Development (3 credits)
• OT 302: Biomechanics (2 credits)
• OT 303: Applied OT for Neurological Physical Conditions (3 credits)
• OT 304: Strategies for Independent Living (3 credits)
• OT 305: Rehabilitation Psychology (2 credits)
• OT 306: Assistive Technology (2 credits)
• OT 307: Upper Extremity Rehabilitation (2 credits)
• OT 308: Hand Splinting (3 credits)
• OT 309: Pediatric Cases (2 credits)
• OT 310: Psychiatric Cases (2 credits)
• OT 311: Occupational Performance: Adaptation & Analysis (2 credits)
• OT 312: Wheeled Mobility & Seating Interventions (3 credits)
• OT 313: Environment & Disability (2 credits)

Fourth Year

• OT 401: Introduction to Research Methodology (3 credits)
• OT 402: International Trends in Disability & Rehabilitation (2 credits)
• OT 403: Applied OT for Pediatric Conditions (3 credits)
• OT 404: Applied OT for Psychiatric Conditions (3 credits)
• OT 405: OT & the Healthcare System (2 credits)
• OT 406: Therapeutic Media in OT (2 credits)
• OT 407: Fundamental Clinical Skills (2 credits)
• OT 408: Research Project in OT (2 credits)
• OT 409: Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) (3 credits)
• OT 410: Group Therapy (3 credits)
• OT 411: Special Topics in OT (2 credits)
• OT 412: Management & Leadership (2 credits)
• OT 413: OT for Geriatrics (2 credits)
• OT 414: Professional Documentation for OT Practice Fieldwork (2 credits)

Fifth Year: Internship

• OT 501: Neurological Physical Conditions (4 credits)
• OT 502: Pediatric Conditions (4 credits)
• OT 503: Psychiatric Conditions (4 credits)
• OT 504: Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) (4 credits)
• OT 505: Geriatrics (4 credits)
  • Elective (Choice of One):
    • OT 506: Acute Care (ICU, CCU) (4 credits)
    • OT 507: Inpatient Rehabilitation (4 credits)
    • OT 508: Outpatient Rehabilitation (4 credits)
    • OT 509: Hand Rehabilitation (4 credits)
    • OT 510: Neurological Rehabilitation (4 credits)
    • OT 511: Orthopedics (4 credits)
    • OT 512: School Based Rehabilitation (4 credits)
    • OT 513: Hospice Care (4 credits)
    • OT 514: Home Health Care (4 credits)
    • OT 515: Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation (Addiction) (4 credits)
    • OT 516: Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) (4 credits)
    • OT 517: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) (4 credits)
    • OT 518: Assistive Technology Rehabilitation (4 credits)

Program Faculty

The program faculty consists of experienced occupational therapists and educators who are dedicated to providing students with a comprehensive education in occupational therapy.

Fees

The program fees are competitive and reflect the high quality of education provided.

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for the program include a high school diploma or equivalent, and completion of prerequisite courses in biology, chemistry, and physics.

Research Areas

The program offers opportunities for students to engage in research in various areas of occupational therapy, including neurological rehabilitation, pediatric rehabilitation, and geriatric rehabilitation.