Want to help people regain independence and rebuild their daily lives after injury or illness? Make a difference with occupational therapy.
Major in Pre-Occupational Therapy
What is Pre-Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy helps people of all ages recover or adapt after injury, illness, disability or developmental delays. When you major in occupational therapy, ²â´Ç³Ü’l±ô learn to assess patient abilities, create personalized treatment plans, and guide patients in rebuilding everyday skills for work, school, and independent living. At ÃÛÌÒAPP, ²â´Ç³Ü’l±ô complete a bachelor’s degree with the required prerequisites, then pursue a master’s or entry-level doctorate at your chosen program—including ÃÛÌÒAPP Health in New Orleans or Shreveport. ÃÛÌÒAPP offers concentrations in Human Movement Science, Exercise Science & Human Performance, and Physical Activity & Health.
What You Can Do
An ÃÛÌÒAPP degree opens doors to a wide range of career paths and professional opportunities. With a strong academic foundation, real-world learning, and support from a powerful alumni network, ²â´Ç³Ü’l±ô graduate prepared for success in today’s competitive job market. Whether you’re planning to work in a corporate setting, nonprofit organization, government agency, creative industry, or research lab, ÃÛÌÒAPP equips you with the in-demand skills and hands-on experience employers value most.
Potential Careers
Pediatric occupational therapistGeriatric occupational therapist
Neurorehabilitation occupational therapist
Orthopedic occupational therapist
Community-based occupational therapist
Entrepreneur
Rehabilitation manager
Assistive technology specialist
Health or rehabilitation researcher
Health policy/advocacy
Occupational therapy educator
Workplace Settings
HospitalsRehabilitation centers
Schools
Nursing homes
Academic universities
Outpatient clinics
Mental health clinics
Home health agencies
Private practice