Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences—Department of Occupational Therapy 371 Other humanities (e.g., art, communications, literature, foreign language, history, philosophy, logic, or humanities)......................................................................9 * Course must have been taken within the last five years. Math Mathematics.................................................................................... 3 (Statistics or any other math course college algebra or higher) Other Medical terminology..................................................................0–1 (This requirement may be completed as a certificate course or as a 1-credit college course) Recommended Courses The following additional courses will also help in the occupational therapy curriculum. Course Title Credits Ethics................................................................................................ 3 Public speaking...............................................................................3 Theories of personality..................................................................3 Logic/philosophy. .......................................................................... 3 Intensive writing course................................................................3 Application Procedures (O.T.D.) Candidates for admission to the O.T.D. programs are responsible for the submission of an application via the Occupational Therapy Centralized Application Service (OTCAS). The OTCAS application deadline is April. Applications are processed on a rolling or periodic basis. It is in the best interest of prospective students to complete their applications early because of the limited number of positions in the class. Applications received after the deadline date will be considered subject to space availability in the entering class. The application cycle for the entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (O.T.D.) programs begins annually in July. Details and fees associated with OTCAS are available on the OTCAS website at otcas.liaisoncas.com. Three letters of reference on NSU entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy forms from individuals (other than relatives) such as academic instructors and professors, health professionals, or volunteer or work supervisors are required. One reference must be from an occupational therapist (not an occupational therapy assistant). Evaluations should be submitted on forms within the OTCAS system. Upon receipt of all materials from OTCAS, the supplemental application, and applicable fees, the Committee on Admissions will invite selected students to interview for possible admission to the program. Prospective students who have not yet met all admissions requirements can apply and may be reviewed pending completion of some of these requirements. Individuals in this situation must have no more than two prerequisite courses in progress during the spring time of application. Additionally, all coursework, observation hours, and other admissions requirements must be completed prior to the start of the summer semester. Throughout the program, students must have access to, and demonstrate skill in using, a computer wordprocessing program, spreadsheets, and presentation software. It is recommended that students have coursework or self-study to meet these needs. If accepted, it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure arrangements are made for final official transcripts from all undergraduate (including advanced placement test scores), professional, and graduate institutions attended be sent directly from each institution. All final transcripts, covering all of the applicants work, must be forwarded to • Nova Southeastern University Enrollment Processing Services Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences Occupational Therapy Admissions 3300 S. University Drive, PO Box 299000 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328-2004 Matriculating students should be aware that a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure. Undergraduate/Occupational Therapy Department (O.T.D.) Dual Admission Program Nova Southeastern University’s Health Professions Division has established a dual admission program with the university’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions for a select number of highly motivated, qualified students interested in pursuing both undergraduate and professional studies in occupational therapy. Candidates must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Students will spend four years in an undergraduate school and will be awarded a bachelor’s degree from that college. Students will then transition to the first year of education at Nova Southeastern University’s Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences, Occupational Therapy Department. Students will receive the Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree after completion of the entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy program.
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