Pre-Occupational Therapy Pathway
Pre-Occupational Therapy Pathway
Learn more about the Pre-Occupational Therapy Pathway
The Pre-Occupational Therapy Pathway is designed for students seeking to become Occupational Therapists. Approximately three years of college prerequisite classes are required to gain admission to an occupational therapy program. Completing two years of college at Jackson State will prepare students to transfer to a suitable four year institution where the remaining required courses would be offered. Students at Jackson State work closely with science faculty and have access to science labs and computer facilities. Students also acquire the fundamental academic skills needed to pursue a higher degree.
Explore a Sample Course Schedule
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1110 | General Biology I | 4 |
| CHEM 1110 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| PSYC 1030 | General Psychology | 3 |
| COL 1030 | College to Career Navigation | 3 |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1020 | English Composition II | 3 |
| BIOL 1120 | General Biology II | 4 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| MATH 1530 | Introductory Statistics | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL XXXX | Literature Course | 3 |
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| BIOL 2010 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| PHYS 2010 | Non-Calculus Based Physics I | 4 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Course | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 1720 | Precalculus Trigonometry | 3 |
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| COMM 2025 | Fundamentals of Communication | 3 |
| BIOL 2020 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| Total Credits | 13 | |
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Tennessee Transfer Pathway
Course credits at Jackson State transfer to any Tennessee Public institution (and some private institutions), allowing you to transfer to your chosen Bachelor's degree program.
Green Light Your Career!
An associate degree in Pre-Occupational Therapy opens the door to many entry-level positions in the field.
33
Four-Year Institutions
Our Credits Transfer to in Tennessee
7,800+
Number of Transfer Students
Over a 5-year period
31
Individual Pathways
Seven Academic Focus Areas
Career Outlook
Career and Salary Information
The following is a list of career choices that may be obtained upon completing a bachelor's degree or higher in this discipline. Please visit the following website: http://www.onetonline.org or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
|
Career |
Beginning Salary with Professional Degree in TN |
Experienced Salary Median |
|
Occupational Therapist (O.T.) |
$66,560 |
$85,920 |
Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's degree in Occupational Therapy, can unlock specialized career opportunities and advancement. Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges or universities provide a pathway for continued education and expanded career prospects in the dynamic field of Occupational Therapy.
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