Boston University’s entry-level OTD program begins in the Fall semester only (September).\u00a0 For exact dates, please visit the Registrar’s academic calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n Yes, the program is a three-year, full-time program (on-campus and on-line). It is designed for full-time study.<\/p>\n We aim for a total class size of 45 students.<\/p>\n An entry level-MS and entry-level OTD program both prepare students for entry-level practice as an occupational therapist. Both programs require Level I and Level II Fieldwork. Currently, either degree level is a route of entry to the profession.<\/p>\n An entry-level OTD program includes additional course work and prepares students to develop both entry-level skills and advanced practice leadership<\/strong> skills in the areas of clinical practice, clinical research, policy and advocacy or education.\u00a0 Students in an OTD program complete a mentored 14-week Doctoral Capstone<\/a> and a culminating project.<\/p>\n Both the entry-level MS and OTD programs provide students with the skills to work as an occupational therapist in diverse practice environments (e.g., hospitals, schools, community centers, homes) with a range of clients (individuals, groups, populations).<\/p>\n In addition to achieving excellence in clinical practice, the BU entry-level OTD program prepares students for leadership roles in teaching, clinical research, management, or advocacy.<\/p>\n An entry-level doctoral program (OTD program) prepares students to sit for the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT<\/a>) exam and work as a registered occupational therapist.<\/p>\n A PhD prepares students for academic careers in research and teaching. The PhD program is not designed to prepare students to become certified occupational therapists.\u00a0 Some students may choose a research-based PhD after completing a clinical doctoral program.<\/p>\n An entry-level doctoral program is for those students who have a baccalaureate degree in any area of study and want to pursue further education to become an occupational therapist. A post-professional doctoral program is for occupational therapists who want to advance their skills. Boston University offers both types of programs.<\/p>\n The Occupational Therapy department offers a 6-year combined Doctor of Occupational Therapy\/PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences (OTD\/PhD) Program for students with exceptional academic promise and strong motivation for a career in research. To learn more, visit our combined OTD\/Phd website<\/a>.<\/p>\n Boston University\u2019s entry-level OTD program has many unique features. They include:<\/p>\n The Doctoral Capstone is an in-depth experience (14 full-time weeks) in one or more of the following student-selected areas: advanced clinical practice, research, policy and advocacy, or education.\u00a0 Please visit our\u00a0Doctoral Capstone<\/a> <\/span>page for more information.
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\nQ: What is the average class size of the program?<\/h3>\n
\nQ: What are the similarities and differences between an entry-level MS and entry-level OTD?<\/h3>\n
\nQ: What is the added value of the entry-level OTD as compared to the entry-level MS degree?<\/h3>\n
\nQ: What is the difference between an OTD and a PhD?<\/h3>\n
\nQ. What is the difference between an entry-level doctoral program and a post-professional doctoral program?<\/h3>\n
\nQ: What is unique about Boston University\u2019s entry-level OTD program?<\/h3>\n
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\nQ: What is the Doctoral Capstone?<\/h3>\n
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