Earn your Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

The Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program prepares reflective, ethical, and evidence-based occupational therapists through a hybrid weekend model created specifically for working adults.

Graduates leave our program ready to serve diverse and multicultural communities with compassion, cultural humility, and strong clinical skills. From the very beginning, students are immersed in evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning, developing the confidence to make thoughtful decisions that truly impact the lives of the individuals and families they serve.

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Explore a career in Occupational Therapy. Learn about the profession and discover how your unique background qualifies you for our MS program. 

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Barry University is here to support you every step of the admissions process. With small class sizes, personalized faculty support, and a collaborative community, you’ll be empowered and gain the confidence to take your career further. 

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Choosing a master’s or doctoral program is a big decision, and we understand that you may have questions about the application process, course structure, or how to balance your studies with work and life. That’s why our Graduate Admissions Team is here to help! 

Schedule a time that works for you and begin the conversation. Our team is excited to learn more about you and we can’t wait to see you break through @ Barry University.

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Fieldwork is a fundamental component of the occupational therapy curriculum. Following national accreditation standards, students complete a series (3) of integrated Level I experiences followed by two intensive, 12-week Level II placements. These rotations are designed to build your clinical skills and practice

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Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are fully prepared to transition into professional practice. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NBCOT OTR examination which is the national standard for occupational therapy certification. Once this milestone is achieved, graduates qualify for Florida licensure to begin their careers within the state.  

Please note that licensure requirements vary by state. 

The Occupational Therapy/Occupational Therapy Assistant 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) 652-6611, and its web address is www.acoteonline.org. 

Barry University offers competitive, affordable tuition with the personalized experience of a private institution. Scholarships, assistantships, and financial aid options are available to help offset costs, with dedicated staff to guide you through the process.  

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Join one of our upcoming information sessions to learn more about our Occupational Therapy program. This session will walk you through program options, the admissions process and application requirements.