Occupational Therapy Doctorate
Why pursue an Occupational Therapy Doctorate at North Central College?
北中央的职业治疗博士(OTD)课程将帮助您发展基础知识, leadership, and ethical behaviors necessary to be a competent, entry-level practitioner, serving those with a variety of injuries, illnesses and disabilities such as Alzheimer’s, autism, or the loss of limbs.
The entry level OTD program provides students with an experiential educational process, 指导他们成长和发展专业知识和道德行为，成为有目的和有能力的从业者. 该计划在领导技能发展领域挑战学生，倡导和领导专业和实施以客户为中心的护理的循证研究. This educational process, grounded in the college’s liberal arts tradition, 培养学生在工作场所和社区内进行跨专业合作的能力.
Accreditation Status
入门级职业治疗博士学位课程已申请认证，并已获得美国职业治疗协会(AOTA)职业治疗教育认证委员会(ACOTE)的候选资格。, located at 6116 Executive Boulevard, Suite 200, North Bethesda, MD 20852-4929. ACOTE’s telephone number c/o AOTA is (301) 652-AOTA and its web address is www.acoteonline.org. The program must have a preaccreditation review, complete an on-site evaluation, 并获得认可资格，毕业生才有资格参加由国家职业治疗认证委员会(NBCOT)管理的职业治疗师国家认证考试。. After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR). In addition, all states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination. 请注意，重罪定罪可能会影响毕业生参加NBCOT认证考试或获得州执照的能力.
学生必须在完成课程教学部分后的30个月内完成24周的二级实地考察以及14周的个人顶点经验. 博士学位必须在完成所有课程和二级实地考察以及完成2018年ACOTE OTD标准D中定义的准备活动后开始.1.3.
国家职业治疗认证委员会(NBCOT)的项目结果可以在网上找到:www.nbcot.org/Educators-Folder/SchoolPerformance
How it Works
- The program takes 27 continuous months to complete, one of the shortest programs in the region
- 每年春季入学，职业治疗专业的学生在第三年的五月完成学位.
- Fieldwork placements in and around Naperville and Chicago are integrated with coursework, allowing you to apply course concepts to practice.
Fast Growing Profession
According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, 从2019年到2029年，全国职业治疗师的就业预计将增长16%, much faster than the average for all occupations."
According to NBC Chicago, occupational therapist ranks no. 6 for most in-demand Chicago jobs.
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Upon graduation, OT学生可以登录NBCOT，查看注册和参加OT认证考试的要求.
To find out how you can obtain a license in the state of Illinois, visit the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Resources. 要在另一个州获得许可证，您需要研究该特定州的要求.
职业治疗博士(OTD)课程为期27个月(包括两个夏季学期)，是该地区最短的课程之一. All courses in the program are required and sequential. The program requires completion of 112 through courses offered in tradition, online and hybrid formats, as well as two 12-week fieldwork experiences.
- 27-month, 112 credit hour program completed in seven semesters
- Cohorts begin each Spring semester
- Mix of online, traditional and hybrid courses
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours | Number of Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOTD705 | Introduction to Occupational Therapy | 3 | 16 |
| DOTD701 | Leaders and Theories in OT | 1 | 5 |
| DOTD702 | Documentation/Reimbursement/Appeals | 2 | 10 |
| DOTD719 | Assessment Theory | 1 | 5 |
| DOTD703 | Health, Wellness, Literacy in a Leadership Role | 3 | 16 |
| DOTD729 | Assessment Application | 2 | 10 |
| DOTD704 | Functional Anatomy | 3 | 16 |
| Total | 15 | 16 |
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours | Number of Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOTD721 | Pediatric Theory | 3 | 12 |
| DOTD731 | Pediatric Assessment and Intervention | 3 | 12 |
| DOTD724 | Neurological Dysfunction Theory | 3 | 12 |
| DOTD734 | Neurological Dysfunction Assessment and Intervention | 3 | 12 |
| DOTD800 | Evidenced Based Practice I | 3 | 12 |
| DOTD820 | Level I Fieldwork – Pediatrics | 1 | 4 |
| Total | 16 | 12 |
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours | Number of Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOTD723 | Physical Dysfunction Theory | 3 | 16 |
| DOTD733 | Physical Dysfunction Assessment and Intervention | 3 | 16 |
| DOTD722 | Mental Health Theory | 3 | 16 |
| DOTD732 | Mental Health Assessment and Intervention | 3 | 16 |
| DOTD822 | Level I Fieldwork – Mental Health | 1 | 4 |
| DOTD810 | Evidence Base Practice II | 3 | 16 |
| Total | 16 | 16 |
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours | Number of Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOTD725 | Geriatric Theory | 3 | 16 |
| DOTD735 | Geriatric Assessment and Intervention | 3 | 16 |
| DOTD801 | Professional Advocacy and Leadership | 1 | 5 |
| DOTD802 | Management and Leadership | 2 | 7.5 |
| DOTD804 | Preparation for Academic Work | 2 | 7.5 |
| DOTD803 | Specialty Interventions | 3 | 16 |
| DOTD895 | Capstone Project I | 3 | 16 |
| DOTD821 | Level I Fieldwork – Adult | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 18 | 16 |
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours | Number of Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOTD830 | Level II Fieldwork | 12 | 12 |
| Total | 12 | 12 |
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours | Number of Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOTD840 | Level II Fieldwork | 12 | 12 |
| DOTD896 | Capstone Project II | 4 | 4 |
| Total | 16 | 12 |
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours | Number of Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOTD897 | Capstone Experience | 14 | 16 |
| DOTD898 | Capstone Project III | 4 | 16 |
| DOTD899 | Capstone Post Presentation | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 19 | 16 |
Applying to the Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program
Searching for the right occupational therapy program in Illinois? We are looking for students for our occupational therapy degree program who possess academic, leadership and ethical qualities necessary to become registered occupational therapists. 立博在线体育采用滚动录取流程，在整个录取周期内对完成的申请进行审查, so we advise you to complete your application as early as possible.
Important Dates
For Spring 2024 cohort:
- July 21, 2023: OTCAS available for Spring 2024 candidates
- December 1, 2023: Verified OTCAS application deadline
For Spring 2025 cohort:
- July 21, 2023: OTCAS available for Spring 2025 candidates
- December 31, 2023: Verified OTCAS priority application deadline
- June 7, 2024: Verified OTCAS standard application deadline
Please note, individuals may apply to the program at the application open; however, acceptances will not be made until ACOTE candidacy accreditation status is attained.
Prerequisite Courses
先决条件课程必须在进入职业治疗博士课程的5年内完成，并且成绩达到C或以上. 当你申请时，先决条件可能正在进行中，但如果你被录取，必须在学位课程开始之前完成. All in-progress and future prerequisite coursework must be documented in the OTCAS application. Each course may only satisfy one prerequisite.
- 8 credit hours - Human Anatomy and Physiology*
- 3 credit hours - Sociology or Anthropology
- 3 credit hours - Developmental Psychology
- 3 credit hours - Abnormal Psychology
- 3 credit hours - Statistics
*可选择一间人体解剖学实验室及一间人体生理学实验室，或一间人体解剖学及生理学I及一间人体解剖学及生理学II实验室
We do not accept transfer credits toward the fulfillment of graduate-level coursework. Academic credit is not provided for applicants' work, experiential, or volunteer experience.
Application Process
1. Begin Your OTCAS Application
All applicants must apply online via the online application service OTCAS. 在完成申请流程之前，请查看所有OTCAS和立博在线体育的具体说明.
Submit the following documents to OTCAS:
- Official transcripts showing an earned, four-year, bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university prior to matriculation. Evidence of earning a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Three letters of reference:
- One letter from an occupational therapist
- Second letter from a professor who has taught the applicant or an academic advisor
- Third letter from either a supervisor or someone who can speak to the applicant’s work ethic
- Personal statement as prompted in the OTCAS application.
- 回答以下问题的补充文章:为了准备为因少数民族身份而经历健康差异的人提供具有文化能力和公平的护理，您追求了哪些经验, disabilities and/or class?
- Minimum 30 hours of documented observational/volunteer experience:
- Twenty (20) hours must be in an occupational therapy setting
- Ten (10) hours must be in a community service setting
GRE test scores are not required.
2. Application Review
Completed applications are reviewed throughout the admission cycle. 在优先截止日期之前提交完整且经过验证的OTCAS申请的申请人将被考虑提前录取. 录取决定在申请审核后的两周内做出，直到班级被填满. Applicants must meet all the admission requirements listed to be considered for admission.
3. Program Engagement
We want to get to know you, and we want you to get to know us! 申请人将被要求通过以下选择之一证明对该计划的参与 after acceptance and deposit:
- Attend a virtual event/webinar
- Attend an onsite event/open house
- Schedule and attend a virtual meeting with a faculty member
- Schedule and attend an in-person meeting with a faculty member
- 告诉立博在线体育你的故事——立博在线体育知道申请表上的内容并不总是能完全展示你的经历. What makes you want to be an OT? All stories are valuable. Use any of the following to tell us your story:
- PowerPoint
- Written Narrative
- Video
- Email final submission to msheperd@noctrl.edu.
International Applicants
非美国公民和/或从美国以外国家的学院或大学毕业的申请人还必须提交以下材料才能被录取:
- Official course-by-course evaluation 由WES (World Education Service)或ECE (Educational Credential Evaluators)出具的外国成绩单. 职业治疗专业的学生可能需要提交额外的学术文件/信息.
- Official results of the TOEFL or IELTS. The minimum TOEFL score is 80 or IELTS band score of 6.5 or higher.
Applicant Resources
Have questions about applying to OTCAS? 请观看立博在线体育录制的信息会话，了解更多有关OTCAS流程的信息，并获得常见申请问题的答案.
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Cost of Attendance
When considering the financial cost of attending graduate school, one number does not tell the whole story. Cost of Attendance provides a more complete picture of all costs, direct and indirect, for one academic year at North Central College. Numbers are subject to change on an annual basis.
2024-2026 Cohort Cost of Attendance
Direct Costs
直接成本是包括在你的学期账单上的费用，比如学费和杂费.
| Year One (Spring Semester) | Year Two (Summer/Fall/Spring Semesters) | Year Three (Summer/Fall/Spring Semesters) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $13,125.00 | $43,750.00 | $41,125.00 |
| Program Fee | - | $130.00 | $130.00 |
| Wellness Fee | $50.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 |
| Yearly Total | $13,175.00 | $43,980.00 | $41,355.00 |
| Total Direct Costs of Program: | $98,510.00 |
Indirect Costs
间接费用是不会出现在学期账单上但应该考虑的费用. Examples of indirect costs include housing, supplies, and personal expenses. Indirect costs vary by student lifestyle, living arrangements, and educational choices. Below are estimated indirect costs for students enrolled in graduate programs at North Central College. It is encouraged that students consider opportunities to minimize other costs and borrowing.
| Year One (Spring Semester) | Year Two (Summer/Fall/Spring Semesters) | Year Three (Summer/Fall/Spring Semesters) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing and Food | $4,466 | $13,398.00 | $13,398.00 |
| Transportation | $1,652.00 | $4,956.00 | $4,956.00 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,268.00 | $6,804.00 | $6,804.00 |
| Books and Supplies | $300.00 | $900.00 | $900.00 |
| Student Loan Fees | $108.00 | $324.00 | $324.00 |
| Yearly Total | $8,794.00 | $26,382.00 | $26,382.00 |
Total Cost of Attendance
经济援助办公室将使用出勤费用来确定您在指定年份内可以获得的最高经济援助金额. Note: If your actual cost differs from what is listed under indirect cost that is okay. We encourage you to explore budgeting tools that will help you manage your expenses.
| Year One (Spring Semester) | Year Two (Summer/Fall/Spring Semesters) | Year Three (Summer/Fall/Spring Semesters) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Attendance | $21,969 | $70,362 | $67,737 |
Please visit Financial Aid to learn more about the financial aid process and resources available.
The Office of Financial Aid can be reached at 630-637-5600 or by emailing finaid@noctrl.edu.
