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Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy Department

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What We Do

Building on a liberal arts foundation, the mission of Utica University's occupational therapy is to facilitate learners' transformation into autonomous thinkers, competent therapists, and innovative leaders through scholarly, professional, and community-oriented educational experiences.

Phone
(315) 792-3150
Email
csunder@utica.edu
Department Type
Academic
Office Location
230 Addison Miller White Hall

Welcome to the homepage of the Occupational Therapy Department at Utica University.

OT M.S. & B.S. to M.S. Program     OT Post-Professional Doctorate

The Occupational Therapy program at Utica University is distinctive in its collaborative community alliances that enable faculty and students to meet the needs of society while promoting critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and skill development.

Current approaches to adult education are used to facilitate students' development into highly competent, ethical, entry-level occupational therapy practitioners who are well-prepared to take their place within multiple health care venues in a rapidly changing, global economy.

Our graduates work in a variety of arenas of health care including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, and community programs and private practice. Students and graduates have presented at national and state conferences and many have published in occupational therapy journals and health related journals.

Accreditation

The Occupational Therapy program is:

  • approved by the New York State Education Department
  • fully accredited through the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at:
    Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
    6116 Executive Boulevard, Suite 200
    North Bethesda, MD 20852-4929
    The phone number for ACOTE is (301) 652-AOTA [301-652-2682]. The web address of ACOTE is www.acoteonline.org.

Student Outcomes

Graduation rates: The total number of graduates from the Occupational Therapy program at Utica University during the 3-year period of 2019-2021 was 170, with an overall graduation rate of 99%.
 

Graduation YearStudents entering/graduatingGraduation Rate
202256/56100%
202154/5696%
202056/5896%
Total:166/17098%


All Utica College MS/OT program graduates are eligible to apply and sit for the national certification examination for occupational therapists administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), located at One Bank Street, Suite 300, Gaithersburg, MD 20878; phone (301) 990-7979. A felony conviction may affect a graduate's ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination and/or obtain a state license as an occupational therapist.

NBCOT Certification Exam Results:
Program results from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) can be found online at https://secure.nbcot.org/data/schoolstats.aspx

Phone:
301-990-7979

Email:
info@nbcot.org

Address:
One Bank Street
Suite 300
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
 

Graduation year% pass
202188%
202091%
201993%

 

Curriculum

The curriculum prepares students to assume multiple Occupational Therapy roles working with individuals of all ages and abilities. We offer both a day and a weekend schedule of courses leading to a master's degree in occupational therapy. Day courses are provided in a traditional Monday through Friday format. Weekend courses are tailored for working adults, offering a blended curriculum of weekend classes and distance education. Weekend classes are typically scheduled 7-8 weekends per semester.
 

Admission to the Program

We offer three entry options: First-Year, Transfer, and Graduate.

 

Cost of Attendance - Fall 2020 - Spring 2022 Cohort

Cost*Term 1Term 2Term 3Term 4Term 5Total Cost of the 5-semester program
 Fall 2020Spring 2021Summer 2021 (paid per credit - 6 credits)Fall 2021Spring 2022 
Tuition$17,627$17,627$7,050$18,244$18,244$78,792
Fees$275$275$125$475$475$1,625
Books and Supplies$350$350$350$350$350$1,750
Loan Fees$109$109$109$109$109$545
Personal Expenses$550$550$550$550$550$2,750
Room and Board / LA$6,250$6,250$6,250$6,250$6,250$31,250
Transportation$859$859$859$859$859$4,295
Distance Education FeeN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A--
Total$26,020$26,020$15,293$26,837$26,837$121,007

*Illustration based on 2020/2021 established costs.
There is an anticipated 3% increase annually.
Fees are subject to change.

Cost of Attendance - Fall 2021 - Spring 2023 Cohort

Cost*Term 1Term 2Term 3Term 4Term 5Total Cost of the 5-semester program
 Fall 2021Spring 2022Summer 2022 (paid per credit - 6 credits)Fall 2022Spring 2023 
Tuition$18,244$18,244$7,296$18,883$18,883$81,549
Fees$475$475$125$475$475$2,025
Books and Supplies$350$350$350$350$350$1,750
Loan Fees$109$109$109$109$109$545
Personal Expenses$550$550$550$550$550$2,750
Room and Board / LA$6,250$6,250$6,250$6,250$6,250$31,250
Transportation$859$859$859$859$859$4,295
Distance Education FeeN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A--
Total$26,837$26,837$15,539$27,476$27,476$124,164

*Illustration based on 2021/2022 established costs.
There is an anticipated 3% increase annually.
Fees are subject to change.

For more information, please visit the Occupational Therapy Program pages:

OT M.S. & B.S. - M.S. program

OT Post-Professional Doctorate program

Contact Us

Colleen Sunderlin

Colleen Sunderlin

Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy / Department Chair
(315) 792-3150
csunder@utica.edu

John Rowe

John Rowe

Executive Director of Graduate Admissions
(315) 792-3010
jrowe@utica.edu

Jessica Nelson

Jessica Nelson

Executive Director of Admissions
(315) 792-3006
jnelson@utica.edu

Occupational Therapy Student Resources

 

2022-2023 Handbooks/Manuals

  • OT 2022-2023 Student Handbook

2021-2022 Handbooks/Manuals

  • OT 2021-2022 Student Handbook
  • OT 2021-2022 Fieldwork Manual

2020-2021 Handbooks/Manuals

  • OT 2020-2021 Student Handbook
  • OT 2020-2021 Fieldwork Manual

2019-2020 Handbooks / Manuals

  • OT 2019-2020 Student Handbook
  • OT 2019-2020 Fieldwork Manual

2018-2019 Handbooks / Manuals

  • OT 2018-19 Student Handbook
  • OT 2018-19 Fieldwork Manual

The Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) is a student-led professional organization affiliated with the American Occupational Therapy Association, making SOTA members eligible to participate in the American Occupational Therapy Association's many student-focused activities.

  • Students support local service organizations, engage in innovative projects, network with the local Occupational Therapy community, and sponsor unique learning opportunities
  • Students learn first-hand the value of professional relationships, developing ties with fellow students of all levels, faculty members, and community practitioners
  • Members actively engage in promoting the profession
  • Fundraising efforts have allowed students to attend local and national conferences, fund OT month activities, pay for banquets, and provide in-services by area professionals
  • Meetings are informal and only last approximately 15 minutes. They provide an environment for students to come and discuss issues that affect their educational experience. Questions can be answered and concerns can be addressed unanimously through the student advocate
  • Coming regularly to SOTA meetings keeps you informed of what is going on and gives you a voice to advocate for yourself and future students
  • The more that students are involved, the more activities can be done and the more fun can be had

Student Membership in the American Occupational Therapy Association

Affiliate Facilities and Associate Clinical Faculty

The following is a small sampling of the numerous fieldwork sites with which the occupational therapy program has established contracts. A complete list is available in the Occupational Therapy Office, Room 236 in White Hall, (315) 792-3146.

  1. Albany Medical Center, NY
  2. Mohawk Valley Health Systems, NY
  3. Liverpool Schools, NY
  4. Upstate University Hospital,  NY
  5. University of Rochester Medical Center, NY
  6. New York City Education, NY
  7. Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, NY
  8. Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, NJ
  9. Inclusive Sports and Fitness, NY
  10. Bassett Healthcare Network, NY
  11. Oneida County BOCES
  12. Madison County BOCES
  13. Children’s Specialized Hospital, NJ
  14. Helen Hayes Hospital, NY
  15. Mary Cariola Children's Center, NY
  16. Clinical Associates of the Finger Lakes, NY
  17. Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center, NY
  18. Little Angels Center, NY
  19. Sitrin Rehabilitation, NY
  20. Sunnyview Rehabilitation Center, NY
  21. University of Vermont Medical Center, NY
  22. Upstate Cerebral Palsy, NY
  23. Victor Central School District, NY
  24. Westchester Medical Center, NY
  25. United Health Services Hospitals, NY
  26. Arnot Health System, NY
  27. Berkshire Health System, MA
  28. Cardinal Hill Hospital, KY
  29. Health Planning Council of SW Florida, FL
  30. Hospital For Sick Children, MD
  31. Health PRO Heritage Healthcare, MD
  32. Kaleida Health, NY
  33. Maine Medical Center, ME
  34. New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, NY
  35. Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury, NY
  36. Unity Health System, NY


 


State Authorization

Utica University has established contracts with clinical facilities outside of New York State. Recent changes in federal and state regulations require educational institutions to seek clearance from host states for clinical placements. Each state may have additional requirements that must be satisfied prior to placement of a student in an out of state host facility.

CALENDAR FOR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY WEEKEND CLASSES FOR THE 2023-2024 ACADEMIC YEAR

FALL 2023 WEEKEND CALENDAR

  • Weekend 1 - August 18, 19, 20 (500 level students only for orientation)
  • Weekend 2 - September 1, 2, 3 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 3 - September 15, 16, 17 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 4 - September 29, 30 October 1 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 5 - October 20, 21, 22 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 6 - November 3, 4, 5 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 7 - November 17, 18, 19 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 8 - December 1, 2, 3 (500-level and HS-OW students only)

SPRING 2024 WEEKEND CALENDAR

  • Weekend 1 - January 19, 20, 21 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 2 - February 2, 3, 4 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 4 - February 16, 17, 18 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 5 – March 1, 2, 3 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 6 – March 22, 23, 24 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 7 - April 12, 13, 14 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 8 - April 26, 27, 28 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)

CALENDAR FOR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY WEEKEND CLASSES FOR THE 2022-2023 ACADEMIC YEAR

FALL 2022 WEEKEND CALENDAR

  • Weekend 1 - August 19, 20, 21 (500 level students only)
  • Weekend 2 - September 2, 3, 4 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 3 - September 16, 17, 18 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 4 - September 30, October 1, 2 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 5 - October 21, 22, 23 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 6 - November 4, 5, 6 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 7 - November 18, 19, 20 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 8 - December 2, 3, 4 (500-level and HS-OW students only)

SPRING  2023 WEEKEND CALENDAR

  • Weekend 1 - January 6, 7, 8 (600-level students only synchronous session)
  • Weekend 2 - January 20, 21, 22 (500-level, and HS-OW) & (600 level student synchronous session)
  • Weekend 3 - February 3, 4, 5 (500-level and HS-OW students) & (600 level student asynchronous session)
  • Weekend 4 - February 17, 18, 19 (500-level and HS-OW students) & (600 level student asynchronous session)
  • Weekend 5 – March 3, 4, 5 (500-level and HS-OW students)
  • Weekend 6 – March 24, 25, 26 (500-level and HS-OW students)
  • Weekend 7 - April 14, 15, 16 (500-level and HS-OW students)
  • Weekend 8 - April 28, 29, 30 (500-level and HS-OW students)

CALENDAR FOR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY WEEKEND CLASSES FOR THE 2020-2021 ACADEMIC YEAR

FALL 2021 WEEKEND CALENDAR

  • Weekend 1 - August 20, 21, 22 (500 and 600 level students)
  • Weekend 2 - September 3, 4, 5  (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 3 - September 17, 18, 19 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 4 - October 1, 2, 3 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 5 - October 22, 23, 24  (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 6 - November 5, 6, 7  (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 7 - November 19, 20, 21 (all OT weekend students to include 500, 600, and HS-OW)
  • Weekend 8 - December 3, 4, 5 (500-level and HS-OW students)

All 500 and 600 level students also complete Level I Fieldwork (OCT 553 or OCT 633) during December.  Specific dates are confirmed by the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator.

FW Level IA is 12/6-12/17
FW Level IB is 12/6-12/17

 

SPRING  2022 WEEKEND CALENDAR

  • Weekend 1 - January 7, 8, 9 (600-level students only synchronous session)
  • Weekend 2 - January 21, 22, 23  (500-level and HS-OW) & (600 level student synchronous session)
  • Weekend 3 – February 4, 5, 6 (500-level and HS-OW students) & (600 level student asynchronous session)
  • Weekend 4 - February 18, 19, 20 (500-level and HS-OW students) & (600 level student asynchronous session)
  • Weekend 5 – March 4, 5, 6 (500-level and HS-OW students)
  • Weekend 6 – March  26, 27, 28 (500-level and HS-OW students)
  • Weekend 7 - April 8, 9, 10 (500-level and HS-OW students)
  • Weekend 8 – April 29, 30, May 1 (500-level and HS-OW students)

600 level students will be doing their final coursework across the semester (OCT 602 and OCT 615). OCT 602 runs the first 4 weekends in a hybrid manner. Two weekends synchronous and 2 weekends aynchronously. OCT 615 will be all asynchronous.

Commencement: – Graduate and Undergraduate TBD

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