The Department of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation has created a B.S. in Exercise Science with a Pre-Occupational Therapy Option. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports an estimated 21% increase in projected employment growth for occupational therapists through 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. Data from Âé¶¹´«Ã½ in the Exercise Science major show that an increasing number of Âé¶¹´«Ã½ plan to pursue an advanced degree in Occupational Therapy. The Exercise Science curriculum prepares Âé¶¹´«Ã½ in many content areas that are necessary for successful admission into an Occupational Therapy Masters or Doctoral-level program. With the addition of a Pre-Occupational Therapy Option to the Exercise Science major, Âé¶¹´«Ã½ can increase the likelihood of successful admission even more. Students who pursue a B.S. in Exercise Science with a Pre-Occupational Therapy Option are prepared with the necessary skills to explore other career possibilities within the field of Exercise Science.
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