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PhD Occupational Therapy - Post-Professional Doctorate at Tufts University

Tufts University, United States

Programme overview

The Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate (PPOTD) is for occupational therapists who already have a master's degree. In the online Post-Professional Doctoral program, you'll prepare to fulfill leadership roles that will make an impact on individuals and groups in such areas as health, functioning, wellness, and quality of life.

Faculty: Graduate School of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Occupational Therapy  |  Duration: Part-time program to be completed in 5 semesters within two years. (30 credits)  |  Study mode: part-time, online  |  Intake: Fall  |  Location: Medford, MA, United States

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Application information

Entry requirements

Resume/CV; Personal Statement: Guidelines for Personal Statement (limit 3 pages double-spaced): What are your plans for graduate study as related to your future career as a leader in occupational therapy? Please address your specialty focus.; The Leadership Project is an important part of the OTD program. Please indicate your current ideas about your project.; In what ways do your academic background and recent professional experience point to your potential for success as a doctoral student and as a leader in occupational therapy? Please give specific examples of relevant coursework and/or experience.; Is there any further information we should consider in assessing your candidacy?; GRE General Test scores are not required for applicants who have a degree from an accredited U.S. institution by time of enrollment. GRE scores are required for applicants who received a degree from an institution outside of the U.S.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall

Duration: Part-time program to be completed in 5 semesters within two years. (30 credits)

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