Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration) MSc

York St John University

Occupational therapists support people to lead fulfilling lives. On this course you will learn how to work with people of all ages with physical, mental health and social difficulties. You will graduate ready to respond to the complex changes in health, social care and education, and able to seek opportunities for the future development of the profession.

This 2 year accelerated course will prepare you for a career as an occupational therapist. Our use of problem-based learning will support you to become an autonomous learner, global in your outlook, socially responsible and self aware. Upon completion you can seek professional registration. Both the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) accredit this course.

As part of the course, you will:

• Undertake at least 1000 hours of varied clinical practice. These could include health, social care, education or third sector placements. A registered occupational therapist will supervise all clinical practice.
• Consider the complex relationships between occupation, health and wellbeing. You will learn to critique the application of occupational therapy practice models and occupational science.
• Develop the ability to carry out occupational therapy assessments and interventions. In doing so, you will enable people with a range of difficulties to fully engage in their everyday life.