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Occupational therapists (OTs) help patients develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for everyday living and working (occupations) due to injuries, illnesses, disabilities, psychological problems, or aging. They evaluate physical and mental conditions and create treatment plans using therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and cognitive strategies. Working with all ages, OTs work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, and other settings. Learn more about this career.
UNK pre-occupational therapy students are expected to choose a major so they can work towards a bachelor’s degree concurrently with the pre-occupational therapy program. This will meet the admissions requirements for Creighton University and the University of Nebraska Medical Center at the Omaha or Kearney campus. Pre-OT students considering other schools should check their admissions requirements.
Statistics based on cumulative placement data for the last 3 years.
from 2023 to 2033 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Acceptance into an occupational therapy school is competitive and not guaranteed. Admission includes GPA, test scores, recommendation letters, interviews, shadowing, medical experience, and other extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated advisors will guide and equip students to excel in these areas. In addition, smaller class sizes, top faculty, and unique learning experiences such a research opportunities at the University of Nebraska at Kearney will give you an advantage. UNK graduates have a phenomenal acceptance rate showcasing our commitment to excellence.
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Rural Nebraska students pursuing pre-occupational therapy may be eligible for the KHOP Program at UNK.
"The Health Science Program and advisors have played an instrumental roll in applying to Occupational Therapy School. My advisors were always sharing resources to look at schools, opportunities to meet with school representatives, and general advice about applying and admittance. In health science courses, I was able to prepare essential documents like my personal statement with the help of the professional. UNK and the Health Science program are constantly going the extra mile, doing additional things that make the greatest difference. They helped me to feel prepared and confident in applying for graduate school."
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 Pre-Occupational Therapy Program
at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
