Virginia Commonwealth University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S.

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Department of Occupational Therapy in the School of Allied Health Professions offers a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (Post Professional). The post-professional program is available for registered occupational therapists. It is a distance education program combining internet-based coursework with brief intensive on-site instructional periods. The student, with the help of an advisor, chooses courses that include a minimum of 12 credits in at least an area of concentration. A minimum of 33 credit hours, including a thesis, is required to complete the degree program. Students may plan for full-time study or may plan to enroll on a part-time basis. Full-time students must plan at least 12 months to complete all degree requirements.

Accreditation:

ACOTE; Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Midsize City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above