School of Occupational Therapy

At the University of Indianapolis, College of Health Sciences, School of Occupational Therapy, a comprehensive and hands-on approach is collaboratively established through students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Our graduate program is ranked among the best graduate schools in the nation and is fully accredited; we are proud of our outstanding faculty and excellent reputation. Let us help you reach your potential today!

Occupational Therapists are committed to restoring independence, functioning, and the performance of daily activities by individuals of all ages in their home, school, workplace, and community. Maximizing the fit between what individuals want to accomplish, their capacity to do so, and the resources needed are all objectives of Occupational Therapy.

U.S. News & World Report listed occupational therapy as one of the best careers. The Indiana Department of Workforce Development released its 2009 “Hoosier Hot 50 Jobs” ranking, and occupational therapists are number 18 on the list, which reflects such factors as earnings, job availability and projected industry growth.

Why the School of Occupational Therapy at the University of Indianapolis?

1. Guaranteed admission into our graduate program for UIndy undergraduate pre-OT students who meet admission requirements
2. Diverse and clinically active faculty representing the major areas of specialized practice
3. Progressive MOT curriculum, lasting 2 1/2 years, with the opportunity for learning client care, interventions, and processes "hands-on," including service learning opportunities
4. Innovative research projects relevant to current practice trends
5. Fully accredited university by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and a fully accredited Occupational Therapy program by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA, 4720 Montgomery Lane, P.O. Box 31220, Bethesda, MD 20824-1220, phone: 301-652-2682)
6. Experience: oldest graduate occupational therapy program in the state of Indiana

Who Benefits From Occupational Therapy?

A wide variety of people can benefit from occupational therapy, including those with:

• work related injuries such as low back problems or repetitive stress injuries
• limitations following a stroke or heart attack
• arthritis, multiple sclerosis, or other chronic conditions
• birth injuries, learning problems, or developmental disabilities
• substance abuse problems or eating disorders
• burns, spinal cord injuries, or amputations
• broken bones or other injuries from falls, sports or accidents