Doctor of Occupational Therapy Accreditation Information
Accreditation
Jacksonville University's Doctor of Occupational Therapy program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 501E, Bethesda, MD 20814. ACOTE’s telephone number, C/O AOTA, is (301) 652-AOTA, and its web address is WWW.ACOTEONLINE.ORG.
Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapist administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR). In addition, all states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination. Note that a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure.
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Important dates
| Task | Deadline or date |
|---|---|
| Interviews Begin | September 13, 2024 |
| Priority Deadline | November 15, 2024 |
| Final Deadline | April 19, 2025 |
Qualified applicants are eligible for live, virtual interviews beginning in September.
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Student Outcomes
|
Graduation Year |
Students entering/graduating |
Graduation Rate |
| 2021 | 15/15 | 100% |
| 2022 | 28/26 | 93% |
| 2023 | 21/21 | 100% |
| Total | 64/62 | 97% |
The OTD program at Jacksonville University graduated their first class in 2021. Students who have successfully completed the program will be allowed to sit for the NBCOT examination.
Program results from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) can be found online.
AdmissionsHow to Apply
- Request official transcripts & documentation
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Our school code is 001495.
- Apply for the program through OTCAS
- Qualified applicants will be selected for live, virtual interviews with the OT Admissions committee
For more information about admissions requirements for Jacksonville University's Occupational Therapy program, please visit our admissions requirements page.
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A career in occupational therapy offers a diverse range of opportunities and experiences. Occupational therapists work with people across the lifespan in an array of settings, both in the clinic and beyond. Occupational therapy leads to improved health, improved quality of life, greater engagement in meaningful activities, and positive health outcomes.
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Contact Information Occupational Therapy
Phone: (904) 256-7000
Email: graduateadmissions@ju.edu