In New York University s Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program, motivated, disciplined, and creative OTs delve deeply into their area of specialization to build their competence and expertise as clinicians and leaders in the field. Graduates will have advanced competence that fosters excellence in practice. Graduates will be prepared to 1) make use of clinical and functional outcome measures; 2) assess the adequacy of existing measurement tools; 3) assess the effectiveness of selected intervention principles and approaches; 4) collaborate with other professionals within practice settings to deliver high quality client cares; and 5) interpret research findings in the context of broader sociocultural issues related to interdisciplinary practice and functional outcomes.

OT@NYU enables occupational therapists to grow as knowledgeable, compassionate leaders who are equipped to address society s ever-changing healthcare needs. The program is delivered 100 percent online, allowing you to maintain your current practice as you earn your Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree. As an OT@NYU student, you will define your OT practice through an individualized curriculum that offers a wide variety of elective and clinical specialization courses.