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Allied Health > Academic Offerings > Occupational Therapy Sciences > Doctorate
The Loma Linda University School of Allied Health Professions Occupational Therapy department offers a Christian, Adventist education and a variety ofOccupational Therapy program options. Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Doctor of Occupational Therapy

WASC approved program

Welcome to the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. The OTD program was approved by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and provides occupational therapists an opportunity to further their education through its flexible online format. Our online community fosters learning and professional growth through creative learning experiences, critical reflections, and discussions.

The program embraces people-centered interventions that include both traditional and emerging practice settings. Graduates will be challenged to reflect upon their social responsibilities as health professionals to promote health and participation not only at the individual level but also at community and societal levels.

Our program consists of two years of online didactic work and a professional rotation in accordance with the professional doctorate accrediting standards of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The coursework includes emphasis on spirituality, diversity, critical reasoning, advocacy, participation, education, and research. The capstone project is a professional rotation that the student designs him or herself. We feel that this will allow graduates to express their creativity, explore new areas of practice, and engage in innovative research and programming.

The program accepts students for Summer and Winter quarters, though we do encourage students to begin in July. An online orientation familiarizes students with the University, department, faculty, current students, the program, and the Blackboard learning system. All students are invited to attend the on-site intensive to meet faculty, attend presentations, and interact with other students.

We also offer a PhD in Rehabilitation Science as an alternate degree option for those specifically interested in Research.

Dr Heather  Javaherian-Dysinger


For more information on the program and admissions,
contact Heather Javaherian-Dysinger, OTD, OTR/L, Program Director
909 558-4628

hjavaherian@llu.edu.

 

OTD Spiritual blog:

Come visit our spiritual blog.  Share in our journey of understanding and personal growth!
http://lluotdspiritual.blogspot.com/


    OTD Student Reflection  Video- OTD Student Reflection
OTD Reflections Video
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