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Occupational Therapy

FIU Occupational Therapy’s entry-level Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MS-OT) program prepares graduates by emphasizing evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaborative learning, research, cultural awareness, fieldwork engagement and leading technology so you can develop effective solutions that facilitate participations for the people we serve.

Whether studying mobility issues among seniors, helping patients regain skills after injury, or aiding the development of children with disabilities, our faculty and graduates are on the front lines of practice and research to help restore people’s way of living.

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Celebrating Over 50 Years of Excellence

Explore the proud legacy of our Occupational Therapy program with more than five decades of innovation, compassion, and impact. Join a thriving network of dedicated professionals who not only shape the future of occupational therapy but also continue to give back, uplift communities, and inspire the next generation.

An Environment of Care

As a student in our Occupational Therapy program, you’ll become part of a community that goes beyond academics, but a compassionate and purpose-driven group committed to nurturing the next generation of caregivers. Here, you’ll engage with faculty, peers, and professionals who are deeply dedicated to both serving the community and advancing the field through empathy, innovation, and education.

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Licensing Eligibility

Graduates of the FIU MS-OT program are eligible to become an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR)*, upon passing the national certification examination administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Most states require licensure to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination.

*A felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT Certification Examination or attain state licensure. Any student who is in this circumstance should investigate further before attending Occupational Therapy school.

Graduation Requirements

  • The student must satisfactorily complete all didactic and fieldwork requirements within the OT program guidelines.
  • Have a minimum graduate GPA of 3.0.
  • Meet University deadlines for graduation applications.
  • Students must be enrolled in courses during the semester they graduate. Students cannot graduate the same semester they are re-admitted to the university.

Contact Us

FIU Occupational Therapy
Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences
Modesto A. Maidique Campus | AHC 3, Rm. 442A
11200 SW 8 Street | Miami, Florida 33199
Tel: 305-348-6068 | Fax: 305-348-1240
Email: occupthe@fiu.edu

 

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