Utica University Occupational Therapy

Utica University Occupational Therapy This is the page where we share announcements, photos, and items of interest to our community of students, faculty, and friends.

With a fully accredited program that features expert faculty, extensive fieldwork opportunities, and flexible options for daytime or weekend study, UC's Master of Science program in Occupational Therapy combines professional development with a focus on key competencies, preparing you for rewarding career opportunities in:
Schools
Private practice
Hospitals and rehabilitation centers
Community settings
Skilled nursing facilities..and other areas of professional accomplishment. Mission

OT student explores sensory integration equipment during lab experience
Building on a liberal arts foundation, the mission of Utica College's graduate program in occupational therapy is to facilitate the transformation of students into autonomous thinkers and community leaders prepared to competently practice occupation-based therapy. Distinctive Features

The program is distinctive in its collaborative community alliances that enable faculty and students to meet the needs of society while promoting critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and skill development. Current approaches to adult education are used to facilitate students' development into highly competent, ethical, entry-level occupational therapy practitioners who are well-prepared to take their place within multiple health care venues in a rapidly changing, global economy. Our graduates work in a variety of arenas of health care including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, and community programs and private practice. Students and graduates have presented at national and state conferences and many have published in occupational therapy journals and health related journals. Accreditation

The Occupational Therapy program is:
--approved by the New York State Education Department
--fully accredited through the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, PO Box 31220, Bethesda, MD, 20824-1220. The phone number for ACOTE is 1-800-729-2682.

03/28/2025
03/28/2025

đź“Ł Breaking Advocacy News: This afternoon, an executive order was signed to facilitate the closure of the Department of Education (ED). Eliminating the Department in its entirety would require action from Congress.

Help us advocate for the continued support of ED and the programs that empower students and professionals alike. Learn more about action steps you can take and our work supporting school-based practitioners: https://lnkd.in/e3aDPakU

If you are attending AOTA INSPIRE 2025, join AOTA’s policy team for a special panel discussion on April 3 at 10am ET. Learn more about the event: https://lnkd.in/e2DzUX3A

Happy 4th to all those OT’s out there- but hey- everyday is Independence Day when you hang with us!
07/04/2024

Happy 4th to all those OT’s out there- but hey- everyday is Independence Day when you hang with us!

Graduation is always bittersweet as faculty. Please join us in congratulating our Utica University Occupational Therapy ...
05/11/2024

Graduation is always bittersweet as faculty. Please join us in congratulating our Utica University Occupational Therapy class of 2024! We know you will all be amazing therapists and we can’t wait to see all you do for our profession! All of your hard work and dedication has paid off! Utica University Utica University Admissions

As OT month comes to a close, we want to highlight our faculty and students who presented their research at the national...
04/26/2024

As OT month comes to a close, we want to highlight our faculty and students who presented their research at the national AOTA conference and at Utica’s student research day! Utica had an awesome representation at this year’s conference! Utica University Utica University Admissions

04/26/2024

Meet Max Holden, a who's changing lives with virtual reality therapy! His innovative approach at the Rehabilitation Hospital of Montana is proving that VR gaming isn't just entertainment—it's a powerful tool for mental health and well-being.

Read more: https://ow.ly/StcM50Rmclo

04/26/2024

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