BECOME A LEADER IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Bradley University's Post-Professional Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (DrOT) online program is uniquely tailored for occupational therapists striving for excellence at an elevated level of OT scholarship and practice. Bradley’s curriculum delves into the advanced research methodologies, practice ethics, and advocacy strategies that will take your career to the next level. Courses engage students step-by-step in personalized career mapping and capstone projects that exemplify scholarship and leadership, all within a supportive and flexible online learning environment. Embrace the opportunity to advance the OT field and your professional journey with Bradley.
Bradley’s Online DrOT Program Objectives:
- Critically appraise evidence-based practice strategies to maximize target population outcomes.
- Disseminate information to the occupational therapy body of knowledge through design and implementation of evidence-based practice scholarship.
- Implement strategies to address the ethics, policies, and laws that impact the practice of occupational therapy in the dynamic healthcare environment.
PROGRAM DETAILS
- Three start dates per year: in spring, summer, and fall
- 100% online, synchronous courses
- No GRE required
- BSOT to DrOT:
- 42 credit hours
- 28 months to program completion
- Master’s to DrOT:
- 33 credits hours
- 22 months to program completion
TAKE YOUR CAREER AND STUDENTS FURTHER
Eager to elevate your occupational therapy career? Bradley’s Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy online can help you take the first step toward becoming an influential educator or thought leader in the field of OT. Fill out the form to receive more information.
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Bradley University is authorized to deliver online programs to US citizens and permanent residents residing in the United States. International students are encouraged to inquire about on-campus opportunities by visiting Bradley University International Admissions.
BRADLEY UNIVERSITY OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY TENETS
Ethical Practice
Evidence-Based Practice
Critical Thinking Skills
Cultural Competency
CORE COURSE HIGHLIGHT
Advanced Practice Trends in OT
In this course, you will develop the skills to identify emerging practice areas based on current healthcare trends identified by American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) emerging practice areas and niches. To advance the profession, students gain skills in assessing needs and developing action plans for occupational therapy services in various settings. Students learn a systematic approach to addressing population and societal needs through expanding occupational therapy practice.
WHY CHOOSE BRADLEY UNIVERSITY’S DrOT?
Personalized Curriculum for Impactful Experiences
The online DRoT champions personalization through a customizable curriculum, allowing you to thread your particular topics of interest into each course to align with your professional aspirations. This flexibility ensures that students can delve into areas that fuel their passion for OT, ranging from clinical practice innovations to health policy reform. Each course builds off the previous one to strengthen and expand students’ skills and provide an in-depth familiarity with all aspects of the field. The program culminates in an evidence-based capstone project, which you will design and implement under expert faculty guidance. This pivotal project not only showcases your scholarly achievements but also emphasizes your readiness for leadership in the field of occupational therapy.
Transition Seamlessly From Your Bachelor’s to a Doctorate in OT
Bradley University offers one of the only online programs that allows students to begin their path to a DrOT with only a bachelor’s degree. This comprehensive program is tailored to equip OTs with the foundational knowledge and experience required for advanced practice through three preliminary courses. This track not only reinforces students’ clinical skills but also opens doors to academia and higher-level consultation or administrative roles. This path promises a seamless transition into the doctorate level for OT professionals who embarked on their careers prior to master's level OT education being offered. It also creates opportunities for students to get closer to leadership positions earlier in their careers.
Real-Time Courses for Real Engagement
At the heart of Bradley University's online Post-Professional Doctorate of Occupational Therapy program is a sense of community, fostered through a synchronous learning format and dedicated faculty mentorship. Throughout the program, you’ll engage in real-time with peers and educators, building strong professional networks and collaborative relationships. Bradley University's OT program embraces a flipped classroom approach, where students actively learn from each other by sharing diverse experiences and insights. This interactive model amplifies learning, as peers exchange unique perspectives, enhancing each other's understanding and application of occupational therapy practices.
MEET ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AND DEPARTMENT CHAIR, DR. AMANDA SCOTT
—Tondalaya B., Doctorate in Occupational Therapy ‘25
Dr. Amanda Scott, Department Chair and Associate Professor, stands at the forefront of occupational therapy education at Bradley University. With more than two decades of experience as an occupational therapist, she exemplifies excellence in her field.
Scott specializes in neurocognitive disorders, lymphedema management, post-acute care management, program development, and quality assurance process improvement. She takes pride in mentoring students as they complete their capstone projects and providing students with assistance in developing publications.
Her national service includes roles with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), where she contributes her expertise as a geriatrics board certification reviewer and serves as the Policy and Advocacy Coordinator for the Productive Aging Special Interest Section.
ADMISSIONS AT A GLANCE
Applicants to Bradley University’s online occupational therapy doctorate may apply with either a bachelor’s in OT or a master’s in any field. However, all applicants must have an active state license in occupational therapy that is in good standing and a minimum of one year of experience working as an OT.
