Pre-Occupational Therapy
January 8, 2025 2025-02-07 12:42Pre-Occupational Therapy
Prepare for Occupational Therapy Programs
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Build the foundation for a career in OT.
Pre-Professional Program in Occupational Therapy
The pre-occupational therapy program at the University of Lynchburg equips students with the necessary knowledge and experience for occupational therapy school. The curriculum focuses on health sciences and practical experience in various healthcare settings.
Curriculum and Resources
- Core courses: BIOL 113, 114; CHEM 111, 112; ENGL 123W; PHYS 161, 162 or 141, 142
- Recommended electives: Anatomy and Physiology, Psychology, Statistics
- Clinical and volunteer experience in occupational therapy settings
2024-25 Academic Year Information
Program requirements for the following can be found in the undergraduate catalog.
- Pre-Professional Program in Occupational Therapy
What Jobs Can I Get With Pre-Occupational Therapy?
Graduates typically continue their education in OT programs to become occupational therapists. Job titles include:
- Occupational Therapist: $84,000
- Pediatric Occupational Therapist: $88,000
- Geriatric Occupational Therapist: $82,000
- Hand Therapist: $90,000
- Mental Health Occupational Therapist: $85,000
- Rehabilitation Specialist: $80,000
- School-based Occupational Therapist: $83,000
- Occupational Therapy Assistant: $60,000
- Home Health Occupational Therapist: $86,000
- Clinical Educator: $75,000
Salary and job projections come from national averages in the Bureau of Labor Statistics and other sources, including Glassdoor, Indeed, and industry-specific posts and publications. The data is meant to provide you with an idea of career options and salary ranges, not as a guarantee of obtaining these positions after graduation. These represent national averages and may vary by source and time frame collected. Actual salaries vary by region. Some jobs may require additional training or graduate education.
Sara Bennett, PhD
Associate Professor of Finance, Program Director of the Master of Business Administration
