Most days students are in class from with a break for lunch. However, students may apply in the final semesters before receiving a Bachelor's degree. No, as long as you have completed the prerequisite requirements any Bachelor's degree may be considered. To view the list of prerequisite courses, please click on the "Admissions Criteria" tab at the top of this page. Three letters of recommendation required quantitative form is required, narrative in addition to quantitative form is optional.
We do not accept references from personal friends or family members even if they are an Occupational Therapist unless you have completed your observation hours with them or other healthcare professionals.
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.
Note that a felony conviction may affect a graduate's ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure. Based on a survey of Stockton MSOT alumni graduating December conducted 12 months after graduation , of the nine items rating level of job satisfaction, the majority of alumni indicated being "satisfied" 4. Of the 17 items rating level of preparedness with competencies for the job, the majority of alumni chose "well prepared" 4.
Based on a survey of employers of Stockton MSOT alumni graduating December conducted 12 months after graduation , employers rated our graduates an average of 3. Stockton University is pleased to offer continuing education courses for occupational therapy personnel. Courses offered are convenient, affordable, and provide updated and useful professional information. To see current continuing education courses, please go to www. Obviously this depends on individual circumstances. Applications to OT Programs across the country have risen dramatically in recent years and this is the case at Stockton, which makes the application process extremely competitive.
Applicants may wish to have a strategy for obtaining their OT education elsewhere in case they are not admitted to Stockton. The best source of written information about occupational therapy, the populations that occupational therapists serve and the focus of occupational therapy interventions is by visiting the website for the American Occupational Therapy Association at www.
There are many resources for students and consumers as well. Beginning in the Fall application cycle deadline in November of , the anatomy courses MUST be completed within 4 years of application to the program. In response to the difficulties that applicants may encounter in completing their required observation hours, the Stockton MSOT program will allow the following in lieu of completing the full 40 hour observation hour requirement:.
Apply today. If you have further questions or would like to Request More Information please call the Office of Graduate Studies at or E-mail gradschool stockton. Toggle navigation Stockton University. Search Search. Toggle navigation Graduate Admissions. Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn. Curriculum Design The process of learning is conceptualized in the curriculum as a sequential and developmental progression where learning occurs through a spiraling curriculum of knowledge construction and reconstruction.
Threads in Curriculum Foundational Knowledge Practice Skills Research OT Evaluation Across the Lifespan OT Intervention Across the Lifespan Professional Skills Levels of the Curriculum Entrance with undergraduate knowledge and life experiences Understanding the foundational knowledge of occupational therapy Competency in clinical reasoning, evidence-based practice, research and interprofessional practice Advanced problem-solving skills Integration of knowledge and entry-level application to practice Application of knowledge and skills to provide client-centered, occupation-based, culturally relevant occupational therapy services.
Stockton Occupational Therapy Student Learning Outcomes Students graduating from Stockton University's Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Program will possess expected professional behaviors of an entry-level occupational therapist as demonstrated by the following learning outcomes numbers in parentheses refer to threads listed above Demonstration of professional skills based on an understanding of the profession's ethics, practice framework, safety regulation, and standards of practice.
MSOT Program Fieldwork The American Occupational Therapy Association's document entitled The Standards for an Accredited Educational Program for the Occupational Therapist governs the length and type of clinical training required of students to receive the appropriate amount and type of clinical experiences needed to meet these Standards. The Stockton course acronym and number that corresponds with the pre-requisite is provided for Stockton students.
To view a list of all acceptable courses from New Jersey institutions of Higher Education, please click here. Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is the length of the program? Do you have an online, part-time, evening, or weekend program? Do I need a degree for this program?
Do I need to have a specific degree for admittance into the program? Is there a specific degree that will increase my chances of getting admitted to the program? No specific degree will increase your chances of being accepted into the program. Are GRE scores or similar test scores required? Is there an undergraduate program in Occupational Therapy at Stockton? No, Stockton does not have an undergraduate program in occupational therapy.
As of January , entry into the professional level of occupational therapy practice requires a post baccalaureate degree. Therefore, the occupational therapy program MSOT is an entry-level master's degree program specifically designed any person who has an undergraduate degree. For those students considering what type of Bachelor's degree to pursue, some degrees offered at Stockton may be helpful in your career as an occupational therapist.
Those majors that have coursework conducive to completing the required prerequisites include: psychology, biology, public health, health sciences, or other related fields. May I transfer into the program as an undergraduate? No, since there is no undergraduate program in Occupational Therapy, this is not possible. However, you may transfer to Stockton to complete your undergraduate degree with the intention of applying to the MSOT program. Does it increase my chances of getting into the program if I am a graduate of Stockton?
Because Stockton is a public institution in the State of New Jersey higher education system, some additional consideration is given to residents of New Jersey and graduates of Stockton University. The number of out of state applicants and non-Stockton graduate applicants who are invited to an interview is somewhat dependent upon the number of New Jersey residents and Stockton graduates who apply in a given application cycle.
This number varies with each application cycle. We routinely accept out of state applicants and graduates of other colleges and universities. My cumulative GPA is less than a 3. The 3. If your cumulative GPA is less than a 3. Prior to admission to the program, prerequisite courses must be completed. The Stockton course acronym and number that corresponds with the prerequisite is provided for Stockton students.
Click here to download a list of acceptable courses from NJ institutions of higher education. Do courses taken at Community Colleges count toward the required prerequisite courses? Yes, as long as the prerequisite course was a credit bearing course and a grade of B- or better was earned. I have a grade of less than a B- in one or some of my prerequisite courses. Yes, as long as you intend to retake the course in which the grade is less than a B- and receive a B- grade prior to August 31 of the term you are applying.
However, having all prerequisite courses with a grade of B- or better results in stronger application. Do I need to do observations of Occupational Therapists prior to applying?
Please submit only 1 document per setting that indicates the cumulative hours you completed in that setting. If I do more than the required 40 hours of observation will that increase my chances of being admitted to the MSOT Program?
No, only 40 hours of observation are required. Do I need to complete all of my 40 hours of observation prior to applying to the program? No, but it is a good idea to complete at least some of your observation as the MSOT faculty want to ensure that individuals applying to the MSOT program understand what Occupational Therapists do. Completion of all clinical hours at the time of application may result in a stronger file, but we have routinely accepted individuals into the program who have observation hours to complete at the time of acceptance.
Do you assist applicants in finding places to complete their observation hours? No, applicants are required to find their own places to complete their observations. Most applicants observe in rehabilitation hospitals, hand therapy centers, assisted living facilities, schools, and hospitals in their own communities.
It is best to contact the Occupational Therapy program or the volunteer office at the facility to find out the process required. Who can write a letter of recommendation for me? Can I claim New Jersey residency on my application?
You can only claim residency in the state in which you reside. Applicants who are residents of New Jersey are encouraged to refer to the New Jersey Administration Code for the regulations governing residency requirements for tuition purposes at public colleges and universities.
Stockton's MSOT program requires a driver's license to be submitted as proof of residency from all applicant regardless of state of residency. Can I take my CPR course online? In addition, if you already have CPR certification and your certification will expire prior to the end of your first semester in the program, you will need to renew your certification prior to August For more information, please visit their website. When are students admitted to the program?
A new class of students cohort begins each fall. Is it possible to set up a meeting with someone from the MSOT program to answer my questions? Instead, we recommend that you attend one of the numerous Information Sessions or Open House events that occur throughout the year on our main campus.
At these events, you will get an overview of the MSOT program as well as be able to ask questions to the program representative. You can find out when these Information Sessions or Open Houses are by clicking here.
Can someone from Stockton review my transcripts and qualifications prior to applying to the program? If you have specific questions about prerequisite course requirements, please meet with an academic advisor at the institution in which you completed those courses. You must provide that individual with the prerequisite course list found on "Admissions Criteria" tab at the top of this page. This individual should be able to assist you with choosing the correct courses by comparing course descriptions at your institution to those course descriptions from Stockton's Course Catalog.
When is the due date for application to the MSOT program? The due date is November 19, for Fall Students interested in applying to the MSOT program should submit all materials on or before November 19 prior to the fall semester of desired entry. Due to retention plans that were put in place by the faculty at KU, 92 percent out of the 84 students, completed the necessary requirements and graduated. Part of the retention plan allowed students, who were struggling with the demands of a full-time program to switch to a part-time schedule.
The OT program at Kean consists of two years of academic courses and at least six months of working in the field. At Seton Hall, students get field experience each semester and learn valuable lessons in entrepreneurship, as well. In addition, students enrolled in the program have access to a wide selection of professional journals and various other resources for research, as well.
This program works well because it utilizes case-based learning, training facilities, a variety of different fieldwork settings and innovative technology in the classrooms, as well. Occupational therapy programs run smoothly and offer a high success rate. Several OT programs are available to students so, they can choose a program that matches their needs. In addition, these programs for occupational therapy in the state of New Jersey are designed for success.
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