How to Apply
ASOT will begin accepting MSOT program applications for the Spring (January) 2013 cohort on March 26, 2012 and the DEADLINE for applications is May 7, 2012. Ranking of all applications received during this admission cycle will occur. Applicants will learn of the next steps in the process no later May, 15, 2012. Applications post marked after May 7, 2012 are considered late and excluded from consideration.
Individuals interested in the MSOT program, please refer to the admissions policy documents prior to applying.
Undergraduate admission requirements to enter the BS/MSOT program are:
- Admission to Spalding University
- Completion of ASOT Application , including three letters of recommendation
- Successful completion of all prerequisite courses with minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Completion of 20 observation hours in a human services delivery setting
- Completion of ASOT interview
- A $30 application fee will be due if applicant is chosen for an ASOT interview. Please allow two to three weeks after the close of the application period for application status update.
Individuals who will NOT be considered for admission include:
- Any individual who has a cumulative GPA at or below 2.5 at time of application of the professional phase of the program will not be considered for admission
- Any individual who has been unsuccessful with a C in two attempts to complete a program prerequisite will not be considered for admission into the program
Graduate admission requirements for individuals who already have an undergraduate degree in another field to directly enter the MSOT program at the graduate level are:
- Admission to Spalding University Graduate School
- Successful completion of all prerequisite courses with cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in undergraduate degree.
- Completion of ASOT Application , including three letters of recommendation
- Completion of 20 observation hours in a human services delivery setting
- Completion of ASOT interview
- A $30 application fee will be due if applicant is chosen for an ASOT interview. Please allow two to three weeks after the close of the application period for application status update.
Individuals who will NOT be considered for admission include:
- Any individual who has a cumulative GPA at or below 2.5 at time of application of the professional phase of the program will not be considered for admission
- Any individual who has been unsuccessful with a C in two attempts to complete a program prerequisite will not be considered for admission into the program
NOTE: When applying to the OT program, you must complete the ASOT Application , If you are an UNDERGRADUATE student you must apply and be admitted into Spalding University FIRST before applying to ASOT. If you are a GRADUATE student, you need to complete the ASOT Application , Graduate student applications will be sent to the graduate committee of the university after completing the complete ASOT application process.
Admission to the University does not assure acceptance into ASOT. Based upon the student’s completion of the admission requirements, the applicant will be eligible for consideration for admission to the program. Admission to ASOT is awarded on spaces available basis. Spaces are assigned according to the current year Occupational Therapy Admission Policy. If admitted, students must submit a tuition deposit to reserve their position in the program prior to beginning the program.
Prerequisite Courses
The following courses (or equivalent) must be completed prior to officially entering the professional MSOT Program:
BIO 261 Human Anatomy
BIO 262 Human Anatomy Lab
BIO 263 Human Physiology
BIO 264 Human Physiology Lab
CHEM 106 Chemistry for the Allied Health Sciences
MATH 113 College Algebra or higher
MATH 231 Statistical Techniques
ANTH 211 Cultural Anthropology OR SOC 201 Introduction to Sociology
PSY 103 Psychological Systems
PSY 202 Life Span Development
PHIL 154 Ethics
ENG 109 Intro. To College Writing
COM 201 Effective Speaking
PHY 204 Physics for Rehab Sciences
Any course substitutions are at the discretion of the School and MSOT Program Director.
Information sessions with occupational therapy faculty and additional information about the occupational therapy program and the profession may be obtained by contacting:
Cindee Quake-Rapp, Ph.D., OTR/L
MSOT Program Director
Spalding University
901 S. Third Street, Room 104
Louisville, KY 40203
Mailing Address:
Spalding University,
Auerbach School of Occupational Therapy,
845 South Third
Louisville KY 40203
(502) 873-4217
(502) 585-7149(fax)
cquakerapp@spalding.edu
The Auerbach School of Occupational Therapy (ASOT) offers two entry-level degree options for individuals seeking a career in occupational therapy. The entry-level degree required for occupational therapy practice is the master’s level.
A combined BSHS/MSOT degree can be earned by individuals who have not completed an undergraduate degree in any area of study. Upon completion of ASOT prerequisites and University Studies requirements, the student can complete the professional phase of the program on a full time basis in 30 months. Part time study options are available on an individualized basis. Upon successful completion of the BSHS portion of the program (126 semester hours), the student will be awarded a Bachelor of Science in Health Science. After successful completion of the remaining courses (36 semester hours), the student will earn a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) degree (total of 162 semester hours).
Students with a completed bachelor’s degree in a field of study other than occupational therapy may directly enter the 30-month program (93 semester hours) at the graduate level and earn a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy.
ASOT prepares students to become outstanding occupational therapy practitioners in varied health, educational, and community settings. The academic curriculum includes a significant focus on practice and emphasizes reflective learning by actively doing. The faculty works collaboratively with each student to develop strategies which enhance the student’s learning and success in the profession. The MSOT program provides the practitioner with the entry-level knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for practice, supervision, research, and/or teaching.
Learning By Doing
Core curriculum threads:
- Leadership and Communication Skills
- Professional Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes
- Analysis and Synthesis of Information, Ideas and Decisions
- Appreciation of roles of values and ethical principles
The faculty in the occupational therapy program at Spalding University are dedicated to providing a high quality educational experience that will lead to each student’s success as an occupational therapy practitioner and community citizen. The philosophy of occupational therapy is that we can create healing by doing. The educational philosophy for the curriculum in the occupational therapy program is based around the ideas of learning by doing.
Learning by doing is embodied in all of the educational experiences that the occupational therapy student participates in during his or her professional education. Examples of this type of learning include:
- Community educational programs
- Fieldwork experiences
- Lab experiences in the community
- Program development in community sites
- Use of multi-media technology to enhance instruction
- Service learning opportunities
- Study abroad programs
