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Entry-Level Masters Program (EMOT)

EMOT Program for student's with a bachelor's degree in another field

Degree earned - Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT)

Program length – 2 years full-time. See EMOT curriculum for scheduling of courses

Academic requirements - Require the GRE or MAT exam

Prerequisite Requirements – EMOT

 

(Must earn a ‘C’ or better in all transferable coursework)

Credits

 

 

Human Life Sciences (including lab)*

4

    Anatomy & Physiology I

4

    Anatomy & Physiology II

4

Statistics

3

Psychology

 

    Abnormal

3

    Developmental or Lifespan (not one specific age level)

3

Social Sciences

 

    Cultural and/or ethnic diversity

3

    Sociology

3

English

 

    Composition (strongly recommended)

3

    English elective

3

Total Credits

29

    *Strongly recommend Anatomy & Physiology. Other acceptable science courses include       Kinesiology and Exercise Physiology                               

In addition to meeting all the academic requirements, you must meet all technical standards for the program.  Refer to the online JCHP Catalog for details, http://jefferson.edu/jchp/studentlife/cat.cfm.

Program Description of Entry-Level Master’s Program

  • For students who have (or expect to complete) a bachelor's degree in a field other than Occupational Therapy.
  • Two year full time program
  • Must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average
  • Introduced to specialty practice
  • Competitive graduate assistantships available

For information about Criteria for Admissions to EMOT Program

For more information and application, please contact the Office of Admissions or call 215.503.8890

Tuition for 2007-2008

  • One year graduate full-time comprehensive fee: $25,821/year

For financial aid information, please contact the Office of Financial Aid at 215.955.2867

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