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Occupational Therapy Schools in Texas

Texas is the second largest state in the united states after Alaska. Texas is the highly populated state of America. Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Austin are some of the populated cities which provide occupational therapy education in different universities.

Occupational therapy Education in Texas –

The state has two best-rated, most famous universities, which also provides occupational therapy programs are-

  • University of Texas.
  • Texas Women’s University.

These universities are world renowned and provide excellent services in the field of education.

Health care in Texas-

Texas is continuously emerging state of the USA in health care. The research and health care practices are improving and credit goes to some good universities in Texas for ex. University of Texas, Medical Branch, Galveston.

Similarly, the need for an occupational therapist is also increasing in the rehabilitation field. The students of Texas who want to pursue their career in occupational therapy have wide options of different universities which provide master degree entry-level program in Texas.

Occupational therapy practice in Texas-

Practicing occupational therapist has their own state association, i.e. The Texas Occupational therapy Association (TOTA) which is affiliated to the American Occupational therapy Association (AOTA).

The TOTA was established for the benefits of professional and students of occupational therapy.

Occupational therapy Schools in Texas-

The Texas State offers occupational therapy education in master level in different universities along with one Doctoral program in Texas.

All the occupational therapy schools in Texas are accredited by the AOTA’s Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).

Here is the list of accredited occupational therapy schools in Texas TX.

  1. Texas Women’s University, Dallas Campus;
  2. Texas Women’s University, Houston Campus;
  3. Texas Women’s University, Denton campus;
  4. University of Texas Health science center at San Antonio;
  5. University of Texas at El Paso;
  6. University of Texas Medical Branch
  7. University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley
  8. Abilene Christian University
  9. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  10. University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences-Austin Campus

Let’s have an overview of an individual OT school-

#1 Texas Women’s University-

Texas Women’s University offers occupational therapy master degree in three various campuses in Texas. The entry-level master degree provided by the schools is fully accredited by the ACOTE. Along with this, OT schools also offer a post-professional  Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) degree for the occupational therapist registered (OTR).

Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program is a 90 credit hour program, best for the practicing therapist who wants to upgrade their knowledge and interested in research. The OTD course is offered in a blended format with both online and face-to-face learning. Face-to-face seminars occur at the beginning and end of each Fall/Spring semester, and once in Summer.

The combined bachelor/master’s level is offered only at the Denton Campus. This fast track course is for the high school students, who want to pursue their career in the field of occupational therapy.

Texas Women’s University (TWU) Occupational therapy Program
Courses Offered –
  1. Master level entry program
  2. Combined BS/MS program
  3. Doctor of Occupational therapy
  4. Ph.D. in Occupational Therapy
University Campuses
  1. TWU Dallas Campus, TX.
  2. TWU Denton Campus, TX.
  3. TWU Houston Campus, TX.
Public or Private- Public Institute
Program Head Cynthia Evetts, OTR, PhD
Director – Denton, Dallas & Houston
Course Duration-
MOT		 Full-time regular course duration- 28 month (83 semester credit hours).
Seat capacity Total 135 (in Dallas, Houston, and Denton campus)
OT Admission Once a year fall semester (for MOT –entry level program)
Admission Procedure Application submission through – ApplyTexas and OTCAS.
Minimum requirement
  • Baccalaureate degree
  • GPA of 3.0 or better
  • Report from the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE)
  • A minimum of 20 contact hours with one licensed occupational therapist
  • References from a college/university faculty member
  • TOEFL iBT (for International applicants only) minimum scores – total 89.
  • Proof of competency in Medical Terminology
  • CPR certification.
  • Proof of Immunizations.
  • Background Check
Prerequisite
  • Elementary Statistics
  • Anatomy and Physiology I & II Lecture / Lab
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Abnormal Psychology
Address

TWU Denton Campus
MCL Building 810
P.O. Box 425648
Denton, TX 76204-5648;

TWU Dallas Campus
IHSD 8500
5500 Southwestern Medical
Dallas, TX 75235

TWU Houston Campus
IHSH 7026
6700 Fannin Street
Houston, TX 77030

Email- ot@twu.edu (for all campuses)
Website http://www.twu.edu/

#4 The University of Texas-

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

School of Health Professions
Course Offered – Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
University Campus- St. Antonio, TX
Public or Private- Public Institute
Program Head —-
Course Duration- —–
Seat capacity 40 seats.
OT Admission Once in a year (summer-fall)
Mid-July to mid-October.
Admission procedure
  1. Online application through OTCAS.
  2. Supplemental application through OTCAS.
Minimum requirement
  • A bachelor degree;
  • Overall GPA of 3.0 in all courses;
  • GRE report (No min score required);
  • All official transcripts from each college/university attended;
  • A minimum of 40 observation  hours under an OTR;
  • TOEFL (ibt) score report (min score required – 68).- for an International candidate only;
  • Criminal background check;
  • Immunizations;
  • Health insurance policy.
Prerequisite Coursework
  • Human Anatomy with lab;
  • Human Physiology with lab;
  • Introductory Physics;
  • Kinesiology (principles of human movement);
  • Abnormal Psychology;
  • Developmental Psychology;
  • Sociology or Anthropology;
  • Statistics;
  • Medical Terminology.
Address Department of Occupational Therapy
7703 Floyd Curl Drive, Mail Code 6245
San Antonio, TX 78229-3900
Email- otdept@uthscsa.edu
Website www.uthscsa.edu/shp/ot

#5 University of Texas at El Paso-

University of Texas at El Paso
College of Health Sciences, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences
Course Offered – Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
University Campus- El Paso, TX.
Public or Private- Public Institute
Program Director Christine C. Chen, MA, MS, ScD, OTR, FAOTA.
Course Duration-
MOT		 2 ½ year (85 credit hours)
Seat capacity 24 seats.
OT Admission Once a year (summer).
Admission procedure Online application through OTCAS.
Minimum requirement
  • A bachelor degree;
  • Overall GPA of 3.0 in all courses;
  • GRE report (No min score required);
  • All official transcripts from each college/university attended;
  • A personal statement, submit through OTCAS;
  • A minimum of 40 observation  hours under an OTR;
  • A minimum of 3 (up to 5) letter of recommendation.
  • TOEFL (ibt) score report (min score required – 68).- for International candidate only;
  • CPR certification.
Prerequisite Coursework
  • Anatomy & Physiology I & II with lab; Introductory or General Psychology;
  • Human Growth and Development/Lifespan; Abnormal Psychology;
  • Statistics;
  • Sociology or behavioral science elective;
  • Medical Terminology.
Address University of Texas at El Paso
Occupational Therapy Program
500 W. University Avenue
El Paso, TX 79968
Website www.utep.edu/chs/ot/

#6 University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)

Recently ranked by the US News & World Report as the top MOT program in the state, Ranked one of the top 20 occupational therapy programs.

Course duration- MOT- 2 years and OTD-2 years

The MOT program is designed as a 4+2 curriculum which includes both academic and practice courses totaling 82 credit hours. Level II fieldwork must be completed on a full-time basis and within 24 months of completing the academic component of the curriculum.

University of Texas Medical Branch
School of Health Professions
Courses Offered–
  1. Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) –Entry level;
  2. Combined BS/MS program;
  3. Post-professional Doctorate (OTD).
University Campus- Galveston, TX
Public or Private- Public Institute
Associate professor & chair Patricia Fingerhut, OTR, PhD
Course Duration-
MOT		 MOT- 2 years,
OTD- 2 years,
Combined BS/MS – 4+2 years
Seat capacity N/A
OT Admission Once in a year (fall)
Admission procedure – MOT
  1. Online application through OTCAS.
  2. Supplemental application through OTCAS.
  3. Individual interview (if invited by UTMB)
Minimum requirement – MOT
  • A bachelor degree;
  • Overall GPA of 3.0 in all courses;
  • GRE report ;
  • All official transcripts from each college/university attended;
  • A minimum of 20 observation hours in occupational therapy settings.
  • 3 letters of recommendation;
  • TOEFL (ibt) Score report- for an International candidate only;
Prerequisite Coursework
  • Abnormal Psychology;
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology;
  • Human Movement or Physics (Biomechanics or Kinesiology);
  • Lifespan Human Development;
  • Neurological Basis for Human Behavior (i.e. physiology psychology, behavioral neurosciences, biopsychology, brain and behavior, neuroanatomy, neurobiology, neurophysiology, neuroscience);
  • Statistics or Research Design;
  • Behavioral Sciences (i.e. Intro to Sociology or Intro to Anthropology).
Address School of Health Professions
Dept. of Occupational Therapy
301 University Boulevard
Galveston, TX 77555-1142
Email- MOT.Admissions@utmb.edu
Website https://shp.utmb.edu/

#7 University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
School of Health Professions
Course Offered – Master of Science Occupational Therapy (MSOT)
University Campus- Edinburg, TX
Public or Private- Public Institute
Program Head Dr. Shirley Wells
Course Duration-
MSOT		 2 years (71 credit hours)
Seat capacity N/A
OT Admission Once a year (Fall)
Admission procedure Step #1- Online application to the college;
Step #2- Send an official transcript to the college;
Step #3- Online application through OTCAS;
Step #4- Personal Interview.
Minimum requirement
  • A bachelor degree;
  • Overall GPA of 3.0 in all courses;
  • GRE report (Minimum scores: 150 Verbal, 140 Quantitative,2.5 Analytical Writing.);
  • All official transcripts from each college/university attended;
  • Personal Statement;
  • 3 letters of recommendations;
  • Documented volunteer hours or experiences.
  • TOEFL (ibt) score report (min score required – 79).- for an International candidate only;
  • Criminal background check;
  • Immunizations;
  • Health insurance policy.
Prerequisite Coursework
  • Anatomy & Physiology I & II with lab;
  • Basic Statistics;
  • Psychology of Lifespan;
  • Abnormal Psychology;
  • Anthropology or Sociology;
  • Biomechanics;
  • General Physics I (with Lab);
  • Technical Writing;
  • Medical Terminology.
Address Department of Occupational Therapy
1201 W. University Drive, SWOT 1.300
Edinburg, TX 78539-2999
Email- occtherapy@utrgv.edu
Website www.utrgv.edu/ot

#8 Abilene Christian University

Abilene Christian University
College of Education & Human Services, Occupational Therapy Dept.
Course Offered – Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT)
University Campus- Abilene, TX.
Public or Private- Private Institute.
Department chair Dr. Hope martin, BS, MA, Ph.D.
Course Duration- MOT 2-year program (69 credit hours)
Seat capacity 24 seats.
OT Admission Once a year (Fall).
Admission procedure The Online application directly to the college.
Minimum requirement
  • A bachelor degree;
  • Overall GPA of 3.2 in all courses;
  • GRE report (No min score required);
  • All official transcripts from each college/university attended;
  • A minimum of 40 observation  hours under an OTR;
  • 2 letters of recommendation;
  • Personal Essay;
  • CPR certification;
  • Immunizations.
Prerequisite Coursework
  • Anatomy and Physiology I & II;
  • Statistics;
  • Abnormal Psychology;
  • Medical Terminology;
  • Life Span Development;
  • General Psychology;
  • General Sociology.
Address Occupational Therapy Program
ACU Box 28084
Abilene, TX 79699
Email- msot@acu.edu
Website www.acu.edu/ot

#9 Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Texas Tech University
Health Sciences Center, School of Health Professions
Course Offered – Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
University Campus- Lubbock, TX.
Public or Private- Public Institute.
Program Director Sandra Whisner
Course Duration-
MOT		 2 ½ year program (88 credit hours)
Seat capacity 50 seats.
OT Admission Once a year (Summer).
Admission procedure #1- Online application through OTCAS;
#2- TTUHSC SHP supplemental application;
#3- Personal interview (if invited by the school)
Minimum requirement
  • A bachelor degree;
  • Overall GPA of 3.0 in all courses;
  • GRE report (No min score required);
  • All official transcripts from each college/university attended;
  • A minimum of 40 observation  hours under an OTR;
  • 3 letters of recommendation;
  • TOEFL score – for an international candidate;
  • CPR certification;
  • Immunizations.
Prerequisite Coursework
  • Anatomy and Physiology with labs;
  • Physics and/or Biomechanics and/or Kinesiology;
  • Abnormal Psychology;
  • Developmental Psychology;
  • Statistics.
Address Master of Occupational Therapy Program
School of Health Professions
3601 4th Street, STOP 6220
Lubbock, TX 79430-6220
Email-health.professions@ttuhsc.edu
Website www.ttuhsc.edu/

#10 University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences-Austin Campus

Flex MOT (Online/Weekend) Program-

Unique and proven hybrid learning model combines distance learning with weekend classes

The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences offers a flexible way to obtain a Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) degree Online through its Flex distance education program. The Flex program combines online learning with face-to-face hands-on instruction during a few weekends per month at the campus as per candidates preference. Students can learn online at their own pace, and place.

The Flex MOT program is a combination of distance learning – 50% online and 50% on campus.

The Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program is an entry-level program designed for bachelor or master-degree holders who want to work as a licensed occupational therapist. Like Flex MOT, this OTD program also offers online courses, blended with face-to-face coursework for dynamic and flexible student experience.

OTD program- candidacy status*.
Degree Length: The 117-credit program can be completed in two years and 8 months.

The University of St. Augustine for health sciences
Austin campus
Courses Offered –
Both programs are entry level.
  1. Flex Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
  2. Doctor of Occupational therapy
University Campus- Austin, TX.
Public or Private- ——
Program Director Rebecca Estes, Ph.D.
Course Duration- Flex MOT- 3-year program;
OTD -2 years & 8 months
Seat capacity N/A
OT Admission Once a year (Fall).
Admission procedure Online application through OTCAS;
Minimum requirement
  • A bachelor degree;
  • Overall GPA of 3.0 in all courses;
  • GRE report (min. score 294);
  • A complete resume;
  • Statement of purpose;
  • A minimum of 80 observation  hours under an OTR;
  • 2 letters of recommendation;
  • Background check.
Prerequisite Coursework
  • Motion & Movement (Biomechanics);
  • Human Biology;
  • Human anatomy and physiology (general);
  • Human growth and development;
  • Social Sciences (psychology/ sociology);
  • Medical terminology.
Address Occupational Therapy Program
5401 LaCrosse Avenue
Austin, TX 78739
Email-admissions@usa.edu
Website https://www.usa.edu/

OTA schools in Texas

  1. Amarillo College
  2. Austin Community College
  3. Del Mar College – Probationary Accreditation (effective April 1, 2017)
  4. Houston Community College
  5. Laredo Community College
  6. Lone Star College-Kingwood
  7. Lone Star College-Tomball
  8. McLennan Community College
  9. Navarro College
  10. Navarro College- Midlothian Campus
  11. Panola College
  12. Parker University
  13. Pima Medical Institute – El Paso
  14. Pima Medical Institute – Houston
  15. South Texas College
  16. St. Philip’s College
  17. Tyler Junior College
  18. Weatherford College
  19. Medical Education and Training Campus/University of the Incarnate Word*
    (Limited to enlisted personnel in Army, Navy, and Army Reserves.)
    Status: Probationary Accreditation (effective April 1, 2017).
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