The mission of Concordia University’s Masters of Occupational Therapy Program is to prepare outstanding entry-level professionals to practice competently and with integrity, while highly valuing service to their clients and community.
The Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program begins each fall with 24 students and is a full-time, year-round program lasting 2 1/2 years.
Program Highlights
- ACOTE accredited
- Classes are small so that we can provide many hands-on experiences
- Students are exposed to different client populations in a wide variety of clinical and community settings
- Faculty includes doctorally prepared Occupational Therapists that are easily accessible to students
- Strong in technology
- State-of-the-art facilities
- Courses are built upon a Christian foundation
- Students work with patients each semester of the program
- Specialty courses in ergonomics, pediatrics and psychology
- Shared learning with students in our Doctor of Physical Therapy program
- Problem-based learning and lab exams which promote learning
- Students are encouraged to present at the Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association conference and participate in a wide variety of educational community experiences
- Students have the opportunity to experience dolphin therapy on a global education trip to Curacao.
NBCOT Exam Information
The total number of MOT graduates from Concordia University Wisconsin who passed the certification exam as first-time new graduate test takers during the year 2006-2007 was 36 out of 39. This resulted in a pass rate of 92.3%.
Certification and Credentialing Information
MOT graduates (MOT and TOTA Programs) will be eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapist administered by the National Board For Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be an occupational therapist, registered (OTR). In addition, 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 our graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure.
Curriculum
(link each to course description in graduate academic catalog)
ENTRY LEVEL MASTERS OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY CURRICULUM
(Subject to revision)
YEAR 1
SEMESTER 1 (18 required credits)
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BIO 550 |
Human Anatomy W/Lab |
6 credits |
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OT 521 |
Foundational Concepts in OT |
3 credits |
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OT 523 |
Clinical Kinesiology |
3 credits |
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OT 525 |
Therapeutic Skills |
2 credits |
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OT 546 |
Group Skills |
3 credits |
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OT 548 |
Clinical Practicum-group |
1 credit |
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Winterim (3 required credits) |
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OT 520 |
Assessment Skills (online) |
3 credits |
SEMESTER 2 (16 required credits)
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BIO 560 |
Neuroscience |
3 credits |
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OT 565 |
Psychosocial Practice I |
3 credits |
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OT 563 |
Pediatric Practice I |
3 credits |
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OT 573 |
Clinical Practicum- Peds |
1 credit |
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OT 540 |
Scientific Inquiry I |
3 credits |
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OT 586 |
Rehabilitation Science – Ortho |
3 credits |
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Summer (3 required credits) |
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OT 603 |
Practice Management (online) |
3 credits |
YEAR 2
SEMESTER 3 (14 required credits; must choose 1 elective)
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OT 561 |
Rehabilitation Science - Neuro |
3 credits |
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OT 544 |
Clinical Conditions |
3 credits |
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OT 584 |
Clinical Practicum –Adult Rehab |
2 credits |
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OT 569 |
Scientific Inquiry II |
3 credits |
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OT 571 |
Work Practice I |
3 credits |
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OT 594 |
Psychosocial Practice II (ELECTIVE) |
2 credits |
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OT 592 |
Rehabilitation Science – Upper Extremity (ELECTIVE) |
2 credits |
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Winterim (3 required credits) |
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OT 559 |
Wellness/Prevention Programs (online) |
3 credits |
SEMESTER 4 (18 required credits; must choose one elective this semester or take OT 615 in summer)
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OT 601 |
Advanced Clinical Practice |
3 credits |
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OT 588 |
Assistive Technology Options |
3 credits |
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OT 590 |
Rehabilitation Science - Integrated |
3 credits |
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OT 582 |
Scientific Inquiry III |
3 credits |
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OT 605 |
Community Practice |
3 credits |
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OT 596 |
Pediatric Practice II (ELECTIVE) |
3 credits |
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OT 613 |
Work Practice II (ELECTIVE) |
3 credits |
Summer (3 elective credits; 6 credits Level II FW)
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OT 615 |
Early Intervention/School Based Pediatrics (ELECTIVE) |
3 credits |
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OT 620 |
First Level II Fieldwork Service
(3 months or 470 Hours) |
6 credits |
SEMESTER 5 (12 required credits; variable elective credits)
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OT 622 |
Second Level II Fieldwork Service
(3 Months or 470 Hours) |
6 credits |
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OT 624 |
Third Level II Fieldwork Service (ELECTIVE)
(Amount of time & credits is negotiable |
1-6 credits |
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Minimum Credits for Program |
89 |
Level II Fieldwork shall be completed within 24 months following completion of academic preparation, and can be accomplished with a full or part-time commitment.
Entrance Requirements
Admission to the entry-level Master of Occupational Therapy program is competitive.
Admission requirements include:
- Bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA in all undergraduate work.
- Eight credits of Anatomy and Physiology including labs with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in these classes.
- Priority deadline for fall admission is March 1st
Applying to Concordia
Complete the on-line application available at cuw.smartpurl.com/apply and pay the non - refundable $35 application fee.
Submit the following:
- One page essay describing your reason for obtaining a Master of Occupational Therapy degree
- Resume of your education and employment experience
- Two recommendations from professors or employers
- All official transcripts leading to your bachelor's degree
- Graduate entrance exams such as the GRE are not required.
Job Shadowing
Students must complete a minimum of 40 hours job shadowing an Occupational Therapist before beginning the MOT program. Students may apply for admission before these hours are completed. Please have Occupational Therapists complete the Shadowing Forms.
Tuition
Click for the tuition for the MOT program. Summers and Winterims are included at no additional charge. Your tuition will not increase during the 2.5 years of the program.
Additional Requirements
Students must be proficient in computer use before beginning the program. Student’s ability to use Word, Excel and Power Point programs, as well as e-mail is expected. A computer proficiency test will be administered the first week of the program to students who have not completed a one credit computer class.
Prior to beginning fieldwork students will need to complete a Wisconsin Criminal Background Check, and hold current certification in infant, child, adult CPR and first aid.
Many clinical agencies will require updated immunizations, a physical, and the results of a caregiver criminal background check before a fieldwork placement will be confirmed. Some agencies may require additional information (drug testing, additional immunizations, etc).
Students will complete six months of full time, or its equivalent, of Level II Fieldwork during the fifth semester of the program. Level II Fieldwork is usually scheduled as two different experiences of three months each. Level II Fieldwork shall be completed within 24 months following completion of academic preparation.
Students may be required to leave the Milwaukee area for fieldwork placements. Transportation to and from fieldwork sites is the responsibility of the student. Housing for Level II fieldwork is also the student's responsibility. Students will work with the Coordinator of Clinical Education to determine a suitable placement.
Proof of health insurance is required for all students prior to confirming a fieldwork placement. CUW offers a health insurance program for those students who need health insurance coverage.
