OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (OT)

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

Four-year program accredited by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists, designed to equip students with skills to support diverse populations

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

Core Subjects

Occupational therapy theory and practice, Psychology, Sociology, Anatomy, Pathology etc

Skills Development

Hands-on Training in managing neurological and mental health issues

Career settings

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

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