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School of Health Professions : Occupational Therapy

Accreditation and Student Outcomes

KU's Master of Occupational Therapy program is currently accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education. Details

KU Occupational Therapy is one of five programs in the KU School of Health Professions ranked among nation's best graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report – release

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Join AOTA for a live phone or chat session to learn about a career in OT. Or listen to a previously recorded session at AOTA.org.

2010 Progress Report

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Understanding federal health reform: As the only academic medical center in Kansas, KU Medical Center offers a unique and important perspective on changes in our health care system. Learn more about this important topic and find answers to commonly-asked questions about new health legislation and its impact on our community.

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Occupational Therapy Education

KU's Occupational Therapy programs are nationally recognized for excellence as a leader in education and research in the field. The OT Education Department resides in the KU School of Health Professions and is located on the KU Medical Center campus in Kansas City, Kan. Three academic programs are offered by the Department of Occupational Therapy Education:

Programs for Occupational Therapists

Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
Program prepares students to enter the profession of occupational therapy. Following one year of undergraduate study, the program continues with 2 years at the graduate level. Graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination to obtain OT licensure. >> See MOT program details

Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Clinically-based doctorate program for practicing occupational therapists who want to pursue the highest level of advanced practice. A degree and current license are required for admission. >> See OTD program info

Interdisciplinary Doctoral Research Program for Professionals

Doctorate in Therapeutic Science (PhD)
With an emphasis on understanding the consequences of health conditions for the person, rather than the health condition itself, Therapeutic Science is an interdisciplinary program that involves faculty in a variety of departments and schools throughout the University of Kansas. >> Program info

Media

Living Sensationally Podcasts

Winnie Dunn, PhD, OTR, FAOTA, explores sensations, how and why they work, and their impact on our lives in this three-part podcast series.

Dunn Talks About Sensory Processing

Dr. Dunn's lecture, Sensory Processing: a critical assessment area for autism spectrum disorders is available online with slides.

See Also: Learn about Sensory Processing in Every Day Life.

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