school of health sciences
Programs in the School of Health Sciences focus on academic excellence, innovative teaching, interprofessional education and applied learning, creating opportunities across diverse community and health care settings. Together faculty and students engage in high-profile initiatives and health science research within the Capital Region’s leading health science facilities and beyond.
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS One of a kind.
Sage’s M.S. in Occupational Therapy program is the only accredited master-level Occupational Therapy program in the Capital District and the upstate regions of New York State, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).
Excellent environment.
Small class sizes, experienced faculty and well-equipped lab spaces make for an optimal environment to learn.
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Fieldwork experience.
Students benefit from fieldwork experiences that are integrated throughout the curriculum, allowing them to practice skills and gain valuable experience.
GRADUATES ARE EMPLOYED AT: • • • • • • • • • •
Back in Balance Center for the Disabled Children’s Home of Kingston, New York Ellis Hospital Fletcher Allen Healthcare University of Vermont Medical Center Mile Square Physical Therapy The Arc of Rensselaer County Sundance Rehabilitation Corporation Infectious Disease Associates
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended • Two letters of recommendation • A 1-2 page career goals essay • A current resume • Documentation of at least 20 hours of clinical observation under the supervision of an occupational therapist Deadline: February 1, 2020 Start date: Summer semester
PROGRAM SUMMARY | Master of Science in Occupational Therapy OT Program Prerequisite Courses These prerequisite courses must be completed prior to entering the graduate OT Program. • Anatomy & Physiology I and II (with labs) • Physics I (with lab) • 9 credits in Psychology including Human Development and Abnormal Psychology • 3 credits in Sociology or Anthropology • Statistics Courses OTH 504/504L
Foundations of Occupational Therapy with lab
3 credits
OTH 501
Neuroscience with lab
4 credits
OTH 503
Models and Theories in Occupational Therapy Practice
OTH 507
Func Anatomy and App Kinesiology with labs
6 credits
OTH 515/515L
Engagement in Occupation in Adulthood with lab
4 credits
OTH 567
Research Methods for Health Professions
3 credits
OTH 606
Eval/Intv: Hand/Upper Ext Rehab with lab
OTH 608
Foundations of Physical Rehabilitation with labs
OTH 609
Evaluation and Intervention: Psychosocial Settings with lab
OTH 623
Level I Fieldwork: Psychosocial Settings
OTH 622
Fieldwork Seminar
2 credits
OTH 514
Occupational Performance in Children and Youth with lab
3 credits
OTH 624
Level I Fieldwork: Phys Rehab
OTH 611
Evaluation/Intervention: Adult Physical Rehabilitation I with lab
4 credits
OTH 616
Evaluation and Intervention: School Based Practice with lab
4 credits
OTH 626
Level I Fieldwork: Pediatric Setting
OTH 620
Occupational Therapy Community Practice
OTH 669
Research Seminar I
OTH 512
Tech and Adapt in OT Practice
OTH 612
Management of OT Services
3 credits
OTH 617
Eval/Intv: Early Intervention Settings with lab
4 credits
OTH 618
Evaluation/Intervention: Adult Physical Rehabilitation II with lab
4 credits
OTH 636
Clinical and Professional Reasoning Seminar
2 credits
OTH 670
Research Seminar II
3 credits
OTH 627
Level II Fieldwork-Part I
5 credits
OTH 628
Level II Fieldwork-Part II
5 credits
1 credit
4 credits 3.5 credits 1 credit
1 credit
1 credit 1.5 credits 3 credits 1 credit
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TOTAL CREDITS
CONTACT:
518-244-2266 | sageot@sage.edu
4 credits
80
