Occupational therapists help people who are challenged in their ability to participate with daily activities because of injuries, illnesses or disabilities. They help these patients develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for everyday living and working.
After completing the requirements, career opportunities will be in hospitals, physician practices, mental health centers, nursing care facilities, public schools and home health agencies. Majoring in Pre-Occupational Therapy at the University of Nebraska at Kearney will prepare you for higher education in the field.
from 2016 to 2026 according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Data based on cumulative placement data for the last 3 years
83%
Accepted
"A psychology major interested me mainly because I was advised by my health science adviser, Liz Stout, that it was a common major chosen by pre-occupational therapy students. The major has really been helpful to me in my professional program, as it gave me a lot of background in research and a knowledge base that is very useful when working with patients in a rehabilitation setting."
UNK is Nebraska’s most affordable university even BEFORE financial aid is awarded. You’ll quickly discover that no one works harder than UNK to reduce the cost of an education and provide the best value. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid for your Occupational Therapy Pre-Professional Program
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