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Occupational Therapy Graduate Programs: Master of Occupational Therapy • Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Transform lives through purposeful occupation, leadership, and care

Evidence-Based Occupational Therapy Training

Whole-Person, Faith-Driven Professional Education

Flexible Formats for Working Clinicians

Preparation for Clinical & Leadership Impact

Program Overview

What You'll Learn

Occupational therapy theory, evaluation, and intervention
Advanced clinical decision-making and evidence-based practice
Leadership, advocacy, and program development in OT
Health promotion, wellness, and whole-person care
Ethical practice grounded in Christian and servant-leadership values

Career Opportunities

Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR) in varied settings
Clinical specialist or rehabilitation service leader
Educator or faculty member in OT programs
Program coordinator or therapy services manager

Why Choose Adventist Education?

Adventist education prepares clinicians to serve the whole person — body, mind, and spirit — rooted in compassion and evidence-based practice. OT programs integrate rigorous training, service-focused mission, and ethical reflection. Graduates are equipped to impact individuals and communities with clinical excellence, leadership, and a service mindset.

Choose Your Program By Institution

Select from our prestigious member institutions offering Occupational Therapy Graduate Programs programs:

Andrews University

Occupational Therapy DScOT Doctor of Science in Occupational Therapy

Delivery Format: Innovative hybrid/online doctoral preparation

Program Features:

OTD professional pathway combining graduate OT education with leadership and policymaking focus
Integration of occupation science, research, and advocacy
Designed to prepare clinicians for higher-level roles across academia, healthcare, and community service

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LLU

Loma Linda University

Occupational Therapy (Post-Professional) OTD Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Delivery Format: Hybrid and online options with fieldwork

Program Features:

Clinically focused OT education grounded in whole-person care and service-learning
Post-professional OTD available online with capstone project emphasizing advocacy, research, and innovation
Practice across diverse settings including community-engaged and wellness-oriented environments

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UAU

Union Adventist University

Occupational Therapy MOT Master of Occupational Therapy

Delivery Format: Hybrid bridge format with clinical experiences

Program Features:

Master’s MOT bridge program designed for Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) entering OT practice
Accelerated pathway for adult learners and working professionals
Christian worldview integrated with OT practice and service orientation

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Who Is This For?

Students preparing for entry-level occupational therapy practice (MOT)
Licensed occupational therapists seeking advanced leadership or specialization (Post-Professional OTD)
Clinicians aspiring to education, research, or program leadership
Professionals committed to faith-inspired whole-person care
Practitioners aiming for broader impact in healthcare systems and communities

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