Combined Degrees: Health Science B.S./Occupational Therapy O.T.D.
Effective May 17, 2024 FYS1020 and CAR0010 will no longer be requirements in our undergraduate programs.
The College of Health & Wellness offers students an opportunity to earn both their undergraduate and graduate degrees through its Combined Degrees: Health Science B.S./Occupational Therapy O.T.D. program. This program enables qualified students to earn, in a continuous plan of study, both a B.S. degree in Health Science and an OTD in as little as six years.
Qualified students are able to complete nine core Occupational Therapy doctoral courses that will count toward their undergraduate Health Sciences degree. Visit the Health Science B.S. degree and Occupational Therapy O.T.D. degree program pages for program descriptions and outcomes.
Requirements
Eligible undergraduate students who would like to pursue the Combined Degrees: Health Science B.S./Occupational Therapy O.T.D. program should apply directly for the program by November 15 of third year through the Centralized Application Service for Occupational Therapy Programs (OTCAS) system. Qualified students who elect the Combined Degrees: Health Science B.S./Occupational Therapy O.T.D. program as an undergraduate student must fulfill all admissions requirements for entrance into the intended doctoral program and complete a graduate program application. If admitted to the OTD program, students will begin graduate study in the summer between their third and fourth year.
Health Science
A four-year program leading to a bachelor of science degree
Credits Major Courses | ||
| BIO1011 | General Biology - Cellular | 3 |
| BIO1016 | General Biology Laboratory - Cellular | 1 |
| BIO1022 | General Biology - Organismal | 3 |
| BIO1026 | General Biology Laboratory - Organismal | 1 |
| BIO2003 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
| BIO2006 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory | 1 |
| BIO2013 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
| BIO2016 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory | 1 |
| HSC1010 | Introduction to Health Professions | 1 |
| HSC1100 | Determinants of Health | 3 |
| HSC1230 | Introduction to Public Health | 3 |
| HSC2100 | Epidemiology | 3 |
| HSC2400 | Research Methods for Health Science | 3 |
| HSC4900 | Data and Evidence in Health: Research Capstone | 3 |
| Applied/Experiential Learning | ||
| Choose 6 credits from the following | 6 | |
| College of Health & Wellness Internship Ic | ||
| Directed Experiential Education D | ||
Study Abroad Sa | ||
| Related Professional Studies | ||
| CAR0010 | Career Management | 1 |
| CHM1000 | Foundations in Chemistry | 3 |
| CHM1006 | Foundations in Chemistry Laboratory | 1 |
| CULN2414 | Cooking for Health and Wellness | 3 |
| FYS1020 | First-Year Seminar | 1 |
| Arts and Science Core Experience | ||
| Communications Foundations Courses | 9 | |
| Rhetoric & Composition I | ||
| Rhetoric & Composition II | ||
| Communication Skills | ||
| Integrative Learning | 6 | |
Two ILS courses, one at the 2000 level, one at the 4000 level | ||
| Arts and Humanities | 6 | |
| Ethics: A Global Perspective | ||
One course from ART, HIST, HUM, LIT, or REL | ||
| Mathematics | 6 | |
| Fundamentals of Algebra | ||
| Introduction to Biostatistics | ||
| Science | 3 | |
| Nutrition | ||
| Social Sciences | 6 | |
| Introductory Psychology | ||
One course from ANTH, ECON, GEND, LEAD, PSCI, RES or SOC | ||
| A&S Electives | 6 | |
Two courses with an EASC attribute | ||
| Free Electives # | ||
| 8-9 credits selected from 1000-4999 numbered offerings within the university. | 8-9 | |
| Doctoral Courses * | ||
| OTD7015 | Foundations of Occupational Therapy | 3 |
| OTD7030 | Human Occupations and Participation Across the Lifespan | 2 |
| OTD7070 | Introduction to Fieldwork | 1 |
| OTD7110 | Kinesiology | 4 |
| OTD7130 | Occupational Therapy Assessment and Theory Across the Life Span | 3 |
| OTD7160 | Human Conditions I | 3 |
| OTD7170 | Occupational Performance and Participation in Groups | 3 |
| OTD7190 | Research I | 3 |
| OTD8220 | Research II | 3 |
| Total Credits | 122.0-123.0 | |
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Students use 17 credits from major electives, 4 credits from related professional studies and 4 free elective credits for doctoral-level courses in the Occupational Therapy O.T.D. during their fourth year.
IcTypically, internships require a minimum of six credits. Students interested in a 9 or 12-credit internship can apply additional experiential learning and free elective credits, if available. Students are strongly encouraged to contact a faculty advisor before scheduling internship and free elective credits.
D Directed Experiential Education (DEE) opportunities are based on project availability with community partners and student eligibility. For more information, visit Experiential Education & Career Services (EE&CS).
SaTo be eligible to count toward Applied/ Experiential Learning, a Study Abroad offering must meet certain requirements. Contact JWU Global to discuss eligible Study Abroad options for this degree program.
Occupational Therapy Doctorate
Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD)
Credits Core Courses | ||
| OTD7015 | Foundations of Occupational Therapy | 3 |
| OTD7030 | Human Occupations and Participation Across the Lifespan | 2 |
| OTD7060 | Occupational Perspective on Health | 3 |
| OTD7070 | Introduction to Fieldwork | 1 |
| OTD7110 | Kinesiology | 4 |
| OTD7130 | Occupational Therapy Assessment and Theory Across the Life Span | 3 |
| OTD7160 | Human Conditions I | 3 |
| OTD7170 | Occupational Performance and Participation in Groups | 3 |
| OTD7190 | Research I | 3 |
| OTD7210 | Neuroscience | 4 |
| OTD7260 | Human Conditions II | 3 |
| OTD8140 | Healthcare Systems and Policy | 3 |
| OTD8215 | Introduction to Capstone I | 2 |
| OTD8220 | Research II | 3 |
| OTD8235 | Occupational Therapy Practice I | 5 |
| OTD8280 | Level IA Fieldwork | 1 |
| OTD8310 | Leadership and Advocacy | 3 |
| OTD8320 | Research III | 3 |
| OTD8330 | Theoretical and Clinical Reasoning in Context | 3 |
| OTD8345 | Occupational Therapy Practice II | 5 |
| OTD8380 | Level IB Fieldwork | 1 |
| OTD8395 | Program Development and Grant Writing | 2 |
| OTD8420 | Technology and Innovation in Occupational Therapy | 2 |
| OTD8455 | Occupational Therapy Practice III | 5 |
| OTD8480 | Level IC Fieldwork | 1 |
| OTD8520 | Introduction to Capstone II | 3 |
| OTD8540 | Contemporary Concepts in Occupational Therapy | 2 |
| OTD8560 | Teaching and Learning in Occupational Therapy | 2 |
| OTD8660 | Occupational Therapy Practice IV | 5 |
| OTD8720 | Level ID Fieldwork | 1 |
| OTD9810 | Level IIA Fieldwork | 9 |
| OTD9860 | Level IIB Fieldwork | 9 |
| OTD9910 | Doctoral Capstone Project | 3 |
| OTD9920 | Doctoral Capstone Experience | 10 |
| Total Credits | 115.0 | |
Note: Students must pass MATH0010 Pre-Algebra or have equivalent placement scores to enroll in required math courses.
Note: Students must pass ENG0001 Writing Workshop or have equivalent placement scores to enroll in ILS 2000-level courses.
In collaboration with academic colleges across all JWU campuses, JWU Global Study Abroad programs offer a variety of international, domestic, and digital options for major, minor, free electives, experiential learning, and transferable courses. There are many affordable options for students during a semester, winter session, spring and/or summer breaks. Faculty-led, exchange, affiliate, and direct-enroll programs range in duration from one week to a full semester or full year. Financial aid may be applied, and some partners offer external scholarships. Premiere programs do not qualify for JWU scholarships or grants; however federal aid is available. Visit the study abroad website for information, program descriptions and online applications. Where will you go? Wherever you decide, make the best of your educational journey!
The Johnson & Wales University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral (OTD) degree program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 510E, Bethesda, MD 20814. ACOTE’s telephone number c/o AOTA is (301) 652-AOTA and its web address is ACOTEonline.org.
Graduates of the program 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, all states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination. Note that a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure.
Undergraduate
Johnson & Wales University holistically reviews all elements of a student’s application to identify those students most likely to succeed at the university.
For students applying as a first-year student, a completed application and high school transcript(s) are required, except in circumstances where a student is homeschooled or where the traditional high school transcript is, for various reasons, not available. For students applying as a transfer student, a completed application, high school and/or college transcript(s) is required for admissions review.
Successful candidates for first year admission have taken a high school, college preparatory academic program including English, mathematics, science, social science and foreign language. Science programs require students to have successfully completed Chemistry or higher level science. Students who apply for admission and do not meet the requirements will be reviewed for admission into another science program. Admissions decisions may also consider individual experiences and particular circumstances unique to each student. Other considerations are made based upon recommendations, writing ability and extracurricular activities.
Visiting campus, both in‐person or virtually, and interacting with admissions staff are all valuable ways of assuring that JWU is the right university for you.