Pre-Occupational Therapy - Iowa Western Community College

Pre-Occupational Therapy from Iowa Western Community College is a Campus Associate Occupational Therapy degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Program Description Iowa Western Community College offers the Pre-Occupational Therapy program to prepare students for transfer into a four-year institution. Occupational Therapy (OT) schools in general usually prefer students to have a bachelor's degree before entering. Iowa Western graduates will have acquired a balance of course work from the humanities, social science, and natural sciences with a focus on anatomy and physiology. Graduates of this program are awarded an Associate in Science degree. Although members of the Biological Sciences department make every effort to consult with various colleges and universities regarding transfer requirements, students are encouraged to consult catalogs, web sites and advisors at their chosen four-year institution during their freshman year. Career Opportunities According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau and Statistics, most occupational therapist jobs are in hospitals. Other major employers are home healthcare facilities, outpatient care centers, physician offices, individual and family services, long term care facilities, community care facilities for the elderly and government agencies. A small number of occupational therapists are self-employed in private practices. Some occupational therapists teach in academic institutions View more details on Iowa Western Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Occupational Therapy courses.