Master of Occupational Therapy
At TTI’s Occupational Therapy program, you’ll gain the skills to improve patients’ quality of life through increased mobility, coordination, and cognitive or sensory abilities. Occupational therapy is a meaningful, hands-on profession that empowers people to live with greater confidence, comfort, and independence.
About the Program
TTI, in partnership with Bay Path University, offers a three-year pathway to earning your master’s in occupational therapy. Open to students across the United States, you can earn your master’s degree while studying from home, with on-campus lab days required eight Sundays per year. The program combines engaging, expert-led online coursework with hands-on fieldwork experience, giving you the knowledge and practical skills needed for a successful career in occupational therapy.
Program Highlights
- Seamless entry into TTI’s prerequisite program and the master’s program, with direct-entry for students who already have a bachelor’s degree
- Asynchronous online classes, with deadlines that accommodate Yomim Tovim and the Jewish calendar
- On-campus lab days (eight total per year) on Bay Path University’s East Longmeadow, Massachusetts campus
- Clinical placements that provide hands-on, real-world experience in various settings
- Continuous support and guidance on degrees, certification, job opportunities, and more
- Fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
Your Path to Becoming an Occupational Therapist
TTI offers two options:
- For students pursuing a bachelor’s degree with TTI:
- Apply to the master’s program.
- Upon acceptance, complete your Bachelor of Arts through Woodmont College. Follow a customized degree that includes self-study courses, exams, and all OT prerequisite courses.
- Upon completion of your undergraduate degree, students will transition into the MOT program.
- For students earning their bachelor’s degree elsewhere, upon completion, apply to the Master’s program and complete any remaining prerequisites with TTI.
Graduate fully prepared to take the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam and become certified as an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR).
*US citizenship is required for this program.
Where Can Your Degree Take You?
Becoming an occupational therapist opens doors to job opportunities in schools, hospitals, early intervention, rehabilitation units, clinics, and private practices. You’ll have the chance to work with a diverse clientele, including those with developmental delays, physical injuries, neurological disorders, and chronic medical conditions.
Occupational therapy is a growing field, and the demand for qualified therapists is increasing. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 14% job growth over the next 10 years. Salaries vary by location and experience but generally range from $98,500 to $107,600 in the metropolitan area.
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TTI offers this program through its partnership with Bay Path University. Any credit or degrees described here are offered through our partner institution. TTI is not a college or university and does not offer credit bearing courses or degrees in New York State.
Since our inception over 30 years ago, TTI has facilitated undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees and certification options to more than 20,000 community members.
Our mission has always been to provide the necessary credentials for a solid parnassah, with academic excellence and integrity. And most importantly, we do this without compromising on values and ideals.
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