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Health Sciences BS:Occupational TherapyDoctorateJefferson College of Health Professions
Presentation Overview Program DescriptionPlan of StudySample Student WorkOutcomesCareersProfessional AssociationsStudent ProfileFaculty ProfileAlumni Profile
Dr. Wendy KrupnickDEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SCIENCES, DIRECTORWendy.Krupnick@jefferson.edu215-951-2530
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONAccelerated BS/Occupational TherapyDoctorate (3 3 Program)Traditional Undergraduate ProgramYear 1:FreshmanYear 2:SophomoreYear 3:JuniorsAccelerate intoGraduate CourseworkYear 4:SeniorsGradYear 1Earn BS DegreeGradYear 2 3EarnDoctorateTypical Graduate ProgramMove to Professional Phase1 year early
PLAN OF STUDYB.S. Health Sciences (HSCI)Years 1-3 (year 4 begins Professional Coursework)CreditsHSCI CoreIntro to Health Professions, Intro to Healthcare,Medical Terminology, Applied Statistics& 2 *HSCI Electives15ScienceBiology, Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Physics (typical OT prereqs)16PsychologyIntro to Psych, Developmental Psych, Abnormal Psych9Hallmarks (College Studies)34Designated Electives (Health Science, Psychology, Biology)12Occupational Therapy Professional Courses37Total123*Health ScienceElectives Children’s HealthWomen’s HealthIssues in Community HealthNutritionExercise ScienceKinesiologyFitness & HealthHealth, Law & Ethics
SAMPLE STUDENT ASSIGNMENTNew The Big Interview AssignmentHSC 100. Introduction to Health ProfessionsChallenge: Students need to be able to describe their goals and interests in the healthprofessions in order to gain access to healthcare systems for contact hours and exposure.Solution: Engage health science students with Career Services EARLY to developinterviewing skills. Create assignment where students learn to frame past experiences asa link to future career goals .“Jefferson health majors are reaching out to potential employers, mentors, and colleagues early andoften to obtain contact hours in their freshman, sophomore, and junior years We focus on helpingstudents to gain the skills necessary to have meaningful conversations with personnel at clinicalsites. Professional communication and development is a vital aspect to overall student’ success andwe ensure they have an advantage from the start ” (Career Services Staff)
SAMPLE STUDENT WORKINTERPROFESSIONALLEARNINGOccupational therapy andarchitecture studentslearning together
Study AwaySemester Away in Costa RicaShort Courses24 Study Abroad Opportunities Designed for Health Sciences Fulfill GDIV or GCIT requirements During Spring break or in Summer Nexus Abroad: Cuba (Summer) London, Paris, Australia,New Zealand, Fiji, Cyprus,Ireland, Botswana, Italy,Czech Republic Genetics/LabPublic Health IssuesIntegrative SeminarMedical SpanishElective4-Week Immersion in Costa Rica End-July to mid-August 1 course in Medical Spanish & 1free elective Volunteer at the NationalChildren’s HospitalGlobal Medical Brigades Central America: Costa Rica,Honduras, Panama, Nicaragua 7-8 days including 3 days working in amedical clinic 1-2 days working on community healthprojects Open to freshmen and sophomores Occurs in May, OR during Spring break
OUTCOMESGRADUATION RATE*PLACEMENT RATE*RANKINGS88% 100%*Rates based on first class of students who entered OTD program in Center City 2016.Three-year data will be available May 2021FAST FACTS 100% first-time test-taker pass rate on NationalCertification Board for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)examDoctoral Capstone opportunities to publish and presentregionally & nationally with facultyInterprofessional educational opportunities tocollaborate with students in Design programs#6 in the nation by U.S. News &World ReportTOP TEN Ranking description willgo here eventually.BEST Ranking description will gohere eventually.EMPLOYERS OF JEFFERSON GRADUATES SchoolsHospitalsSkilled Nursing FacilitiesHome Health Agencies OutpatientRehabilitation Clinics Psychiatric Facilities Senior-care and AssistedLiving Centers Community HealthPrograms
CAREERSJOB TITLEOccupational TherapistOUTLOOKSALARIESOccupational therapy has been consistently rankedhigh as one of the top jobs and a recession-proof job: 120,750CNBC, August 2019:The 11 most meaningful college majors and how much they pay:Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy tied for No. 5U.S. News & World Report, January 2019:The 25 Best Jobs of 2019: Occupational Therapist is No. 13The Best Medical Jobs That Don't Require Medical School 84,270 nal-therapists.htm#tab-5
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) https://www.aota.org/ Advances occupational therapy practice, education, and research throughstandard setting and advocacy National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy(NBCOT) https://www.nbcot.org/ Provides initial and renewal certification for occupational therapy in the UnitedStates
STUDENT PROFILEAlynna WilliamsAMBLER, PABS CLASS of 2019; MS CLASS OF 2021CAPTAIN, WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM (2019 & 2020)“Jefferson HSCI/OT welcomed me with open arms andallowed me to prosper in both my education as well as on thecourt.”
STUDENT PROFILESarah DickersonGARNET VALLEY, PABS CLASS OF 2019; MS CLASS OF 2021“Jefferson is unique because it combines the health sciences withother amazing professions. In my third year, I was able tocollaborate with an industrial design student to create anassistive device for children with Autism. The relationships andcollaborative opportunities are one of a kind.”“I chose the Jefferson BS/MSOT program for its small classes tomaximize my learning and for its great location in Philadelphia the professors are experienced, engaging, and committed to yoursuccess as a student.”
FACULTY PROFILEDr. Tina DeAngelisDEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR &DIRECTOR, OTD PROGRAMEdD, Widener University, Chester, PAMS, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia PABS, Misericordia College, Dallas, PAAS, Harcum College, Bryn Mawr, PAAWARDS & HONORSLindback Award for Distinguished Teaching, 2013Alpha Eta Society, 2013AOTA Service Commendation, 2013-2016RESEARCH & CLINICAL INTERESTSProject HOME (Housing Opportunities Medical Education) for individuals whoexperience serious mental illness and chronic homelessnessYoung adults aging out of foster care (LGBTQ)Homelessness, behavioral health, and wellnessSerious mental illness (SMI), addiction, and OT interventionsAdult and active learning in occupational therapy education
FACULTY PROFILEDr. Adel HergeDEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR &DIRECTOR, BS/MSOT PROGRAMOTD, Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PAMS, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PAPost-baccalaureate Certificate, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PABS, Cabrini College, Radnor, PAAWARDS & HONORSLindback Award for Distinguished Teaching, 2017Jeanette Bair Writers Award, 2013Jefferson Award for Excellence in Interprofessional Education, 2010RESEARCH & CLINICAL INTERESTSIntellectual Disability & AgingIntellectual Disability & DementiaCaregivers of Persons with Intellectual DisabilityInterprofessional Education
FACULTY PROFILEDr. Monique ChabotDEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, ASSISTANT PROFESSOROTD, Occupational Therapy, Boston UniversityMS, Occupational Therapy, Thomas Jefferson UniversityBS, Rehabilitation Studies, University of North TexasAWARDS & HONORSAOTA Special Interest Section Quarterly Excellence in Writing Award, 2018AOTA Academic Leadership Institute, 2016AOTA Emerging Leader, 2014RESEARCH & CLINICAL INTERESTSHome modifications for older adultsSupporting community dwelling older adults' ability to live in placeInterprofessional collaboration and education: occupational therapy,interior architecture/design, architecture, landscape architecture,graphic design, and industrial designInternational service learning
ALUMNI PROFILEMikael Avery, MArch, MS, OTR/LCLASS OF 2014Mike Avery is an educator, design professional and licensed occupationaltherapist. He has developed and taught graduate-level design courses atseveral Philadelphia academic institutions on topics includingarchitecture, digital fabrication, industrial design, human factors, designresearch, clinical skills and interdisciplinary healthcare innovation.Currently, as an occupational therapist, Mike works to create clientcentered care plans that support an individual’s participatory goals whileresiding in their local community. Through his clinical and design work,teaching and research, Mike is dedicated to bringing together the fields ofdesign and health care in order to promote design that is focused onwellness, uncovers new opportunities to influence health, and reimaginesthe healthcare system.
OTD, Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA MS, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA Post-baccalaureate Certificate, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA BS, Cabrini College, Radnor, PA Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching, 2017 Jeanette Bair Writers Award, 2013 Jefferson
