The Department of Occupational Therapy is committed to the development of outstanding, ethical practitioners, leaders, scholars, and researchers in the field of occupational therapy who are prepared to respond to society's ever-changing needs.
Professional Degree
Doctoral
Occupational Therapy
Entry-Level Professional Degree
The NYU Steinhardt Entry-Level Doctorate in Occupational Therapy prepares graduates to become registered occupational therapists.
Post-Professional Degrees
Master of Arts
Occupational Therapy
Post-Professional Degree
This one-year master’s gives professionals the opportunity to advance their skills and knowledge in occupational therapy.
Doctoral
Occupational Therapy
Post-Professional Degree for Practicing Occupational Therapists
In this practitioner-focused advanced degree, occupational therapists enhance their clinical and analytical skills to build their knowledge and credentials.
Doctor of Philosophy
Occupational Therapy
The PhD provides occupational therapists with the knowledge and skills to work in the profession as researchers, scholars, and educators.
Doctor of Philosophy
Rehabilitation Sciences
Prepare for a fulfilling academic career in research and teaching in the rehabilitation sciences through interdisciplinary study across health fields.
About Us
Learn more about our department, mission statement, and what it means to be an occupational therapist.
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Anti-Racist Task Force at NYU OT
We fully support the dismantling of systemic and institutional racism that has led to the historical and ongoing violence and psychological harm to the Black, Indigenous, LatinX, Asian, LGBTQ+, disabled, and other vulnerable communities.
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News and Events
Jamie Friedman Wins 2023 Jim Hinojosa Doctoral Award
The Department of Occupational Therapy congratulates Jamie Friedman, the winner of the 2023 Jim Hinojosa Doctoral Award.
NYU OT Welcomes Dr. Lisa Raymond-Tolan
Join us in welcoming Dr. Lisa-Raymond Tolan (OTD, OTR/L) as a Clinical Assistant Professor.
NYU OT Welcomes Dr. Alison Rangel
Join us in welcoming Dr. Alison Rangel, the Department's long-time Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, in an additional role as Clinical Assistant Professor.
DEPARTMENT OF
Occupational Therapy
Pless Hall, 82 Washington Square East, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-998-5825
Email: occupational.therapy@nyu.edu