Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (Online)

Admissions Requirements

Applicants for the PPOTD program must meet the following admissions standards. Applicants who do not meet all requirements may be admitted with the approval of the Program Coordinator or Dean; exceptions are made on an individual basis.

  • A licensed clinician or practitioner with an active OT license as an occupational therapist.  Copy of OT license with an expiration date required.
  • A completed master’s or bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited institution is required.  Students will need to submit transcripts to the Admissions Department.

Bachelor’s to Doctorate Pathway

To enter the Bachelor’s to Doctorate Pathway, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy AND provide documentation of at least one (1) of the criteria below:

  • Completion of an approved military or civilian post-professional OT residency or fellowship.
  • Completion of an approved medical specialty certificate program (e.g., public health certificate, healthcare administration certificate).
  • AOTA Advanced Board Certification (BCG, BCMH, BCP, BCPR); other specialty certifications may be accepted if they represent at least 2,000 hours of work in a field and have evidence of continuing education to maintain the certification/credential.
  • At least 15 credits of post-secondary education towards a master’s degree.
  • 10 years of clinical practice in the field of occupational therapy reported as work experience on CV/Resume.

International Students Are Welcomed

  • Connect with American culture at a university where education is fueled by forward-thinking modern Western practices, yet rooted and grounded in ancient Eastern techniques. At SCU, we respect and celebrate the cultural diversity of our students and we are excited to welcome you! Our education programs are built around collaboration.
  • Courses are taught in English and are provided in an online self-paced and online live format.  No F-1 student visa is required, as you attend classes remotely from your current location.
  • Applicants whose highest degree was earned outside the United States   must have their academic credentials evaluated by an agency listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website. The evaluation must be course-by-course with a letter grade and must demonstrate that the coursework and degree meet the University’s admissions standards.
  • International student loans are available to individuals who meet specific eligibility requirements. In many cases, these loans require a U.S. based cosigner – an individual who agrees to assume responsibility for repayment should the borrower be unable to fulfill the loan obligations. A range of private organizations and institutions offer such loans, often providing targeted assistance to students from particular regions or countries who satisfy designated criteria.
  • Before committing to a private student loan, it is essential to conduct thorough research and compare offerings from multiple lenders. Key factors such as interest rates, repayment terms, loan limits, and associated fees can vary widely between providers.
  • For assistance in finding a lender, SCU partners with FastChoice, a platform that enables students to compare private loan options from various lenders.
  • Connect with American culture at a university where education is fueled by forward-thinking modern Western practices, yet rooted and grounded in ancient Eastern techniques. At SCU, we respect and celebrate the cultural diversity of our students and we are excited to welcome you! Our education programs are built around collaboration.
  • Courses are taught in English and are provided in an online self-paced and online live format.  No F-1 student visa is required, as you attend classes remotely from your current location.
  • Applicants whose highest degree was earned outside the United States must have their academic credentials evaluated by an agency listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website. The evaluation must be course-by-course with a letter grade and must demonstrate that the coursework and degree meet the University’s admissions standards.
  • International student loans are available to individuals who meet specific eligibility requirements. In many cases, these loans require a U.S. based cosigner – an individual who agrees to assume responsibility for repayment should the borrower be unable to fulfill the loan obligations. A range of private organizations and institutions offer such loans, often providing targeted assistance to students from particular regions or countries who satisfy designated criteria.
  • Before committing to a private student loan, it is essential to conduct thorough research and compare offerings from multiple lenders. Key factors such as interest rates, repayment terms, loan limits, and associated fees can vary widely between providers.
  • For assistance in finding a lender, SCU partners with FastChoice, a platform that enables students to compare private loan options from various lenders.

Program Questions?

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