Overview

The Occupational Therapy Assistant B.Sc. at the University of Southern Maine provides students with the essential clinical reasoning and intervention skills required for a successful career in healthcare. This comprehensive programme combines rigorous academic coursework with extensive hands-on fieldwork to ensure graduates are prepared for professional practice. Students benefit from a curriculum designed to meet national standards while engaging in diverse therapeutic environments.

Why Occupational Therapy Assistant at the University of Southern Maine?

This programme stands out as the only bachelor-level offering for this discipline in the state of Maine. Students gain access to specialised facilities across multiple campuses, including a dedicated pediatric clinic with sensory integration equipment and adult rehabilitation labs featuring full kitchen and bathroom setups. The faculty brings diverse expertise in areas such as pediatric mental health and sensory research, providing a supportive environment for student-designed projects in leadership, advocacy, or clinical practice.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 31290 per year
National fee: USD 31290 per year
Local fee: USD 10650 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Occupational Therapy
Clinical Reasoning
Intervention
Documentation
Evidence-based Practice
Exercise Science
Health Sciences
Disabilities Studies
Holistic and Integrative Health

Careers with Occupational Therapy Assistant

Graduates are prepared to enter a rapidly growing field that has been recognised as one of the top healthcare support roles. The programme qualifies individuals to sit for the national certification examination administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

In addition to immediate clinical employment, the degree provides a robust academic foundation for those wishing to pursue further graduate-level studies in healthcare or specialised therapy fields.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ethics and Occupational Justice

Impact of Mental Health on Occupational Performance

Evidence Based Practice

Reflective Practitioner

History and Theory of Occupational Therapy

Occupation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

We accept and review applications throughout the year on a rolling admission cycle.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Gorham, United States

Disciplines

Occupational Therapy View 79 other Bachelors in Occupational Therapy in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application form
Official transcripts of your education history
Completed personal statement/essay (recommended)
Submit your official secondary school transcripts, exam certificates, and any college-level transcripts including certified English translations
Provide financial documentation that shows you are able to support educational and living costs
Submit US $50 application fee (except Canadian applicants)
Submit an official evaluation of college-level transcripts approved by one of the following transcript analysis agencies:
National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

31290 USD / year

≈ 31290 USD / year
Out-of-State

31290 USD / year

≈ 31290 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10650 USD / year

≈ 10650 USD / year

Living costs

Gorham

United States

1370 - 2127 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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