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	Master of Science in Occupational Therapy



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Overview of Master's Program in Occupational Therapy The Master of Science degree program in occupational therapy is offered by the Department of Occupational Therapy within the College of Health Sciences at Rush University. The program utilizes the Rush University and Rush University Medical Center facilities and opportunities throughout the curriculum. It provides the scientific and professional education for occupational therapists planning to practice in medical, educational and community-based settings. The program offers both full-time and part-time options. For more information please contact: Patricia Zavalza at (312)942-7120, CHS_Admissions@rush.edu and click on the “More” link below.


Mission and Values The Department of Occupational Therapy at Rush University Medical Center and Rush University is committed to teach, investigate and provide the very best quality health care. The department is grounded in the practitioner, teacher, investigator model with an emphasis on leadership and relationships with professional and societal communities. The department promotes excellence in addressing diversity in health care. For more information on our mission and values, click on the "More" link below.


Educational Philosophy and Outcomes The occupational therapy curriculum is predicated on adult learning theories. Students are regarded as active agents in their own learning and are expected to articulate their needs and understanding, initiate learning activities which meet their own needs and collaborate with peers and faculty to develop the clinical reasoning skills and resources which support competent occupational therapy practice. For more information on program philosophy and expected outcomes, click on the "More" link below. Photo caption: The OT Class of 2012.

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