Program Details
The online Doctor of Philosophy in Occupational Therapy is designed for students who want to advance their careers as leaders, researchers, and academicians. The program is primarily online, with courses designed to fit the students’ schedules, allowing working professionals to complete the program without relocating for full-time study. Courses include Fundamentals of Biostatistics, Statistical Inference, Research Design (Quantitative), Research Methods (Qualitative), Theory Development for Models of Practice, and The Health Professional as Academic Educator.
Learning Pace
Institution-Paced% Online
Mostly OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Nova Southeastern University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Master DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent
Additional Info
- Students must attend one long weekend on-campus session each semester.
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from a regionally accredited university and be eligible to practice within one year of starting the program.