Bachelor(Hons) in Occupational Therapy
Empowering individuals to participate fully in daily life through comprehensive training .
Jean Claude Tuyishime
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HOD Occupational Therapy (OT)
EDUCATION:
BSc in the OT from Rwanda
MOT Pediatrics from Stellenbosch University
PhD student at Stellbenbosch
CONTACT INFO: +237 650 099 389
Occupational Therapy Training by BSPH-RTCE
What is Occupational Therapy?
About
Occupational Therapy (OT) is a health profession that focuses on helping people regain or build the skills needed for daily living and independence after disability, illness, or accident.
OTs are daily life skill experts – they enable people to eat, dress, write, bathe, use tools, or return to school or work even when some body parts are missing or not functioning well.
Four-year program accredited by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists, designed to equip students with skills to support diverse populations
What OTs Do
Help people become functional again, regardless of disability or injury.
Train individuals to use their active body parts to compensate for non-functional or absent ones.
Focus on practical life skills such as:
— Eating and feeding (e.g., holding a spoon).
— Dressing and bathing.
— Writing and using school/work tools.
— Returning to school or employment.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Program Description
In the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy program, you learn to plan and execute suitable treatment programs for clients across age groups, focusing on enabling them participate fully in daily activities and improve their health and well-being
Learning Outcomes
- Skill in neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions, mental health, and musculoskeletal issues
- Understanding of core subjects like Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology, Sociology and Research Methodology.
cAREER SCOPE
Fields of practice include hospitals, geriatric/nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, schools, psychiatric hospitals and community health clinics
Course Curriculum and Specialization
Occupational therapy theory and practice, Psychology, Sociology, Anatomy, Pathology etc
Hands-on Training in managing neurological and mental health issues
Occupational Therapists work in places such as hospitals and nursing homes
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Occupational Therapy (OT) is a rewarding field that offers a wide range of career opportunities across various settings. Here a some potential career paths for those with a degree in Occupational Therapy
HOSPITALS
Occupational Therapy practice in clinical and hospital settings
Rehabilitation Centers
Supporting recovery and rehabilitation
Geriatric Homes
Care for Aging populations
Schools and community Health Clinics
Working with diverse age groups from pediatrics to adults
MEET OUR JOURNEY IN PICTURES
This gallery highlights our Occupational Therapy students in action — from classroom learning and practical lab sessions to community outreach and fieldwork experiences. It showcases their journey of acquiring hands-on skills, collaborating with peers, and preparing for rewarding careers in empowering people to live independently.
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Application and Language
This Program is taught entirely in English, with professional translation support for French-speaking students.
Applicants are encouraged to review admission requirements and apply online or through The addmission office
