Overview

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 Â鶹´«Ã½ in the Exercise Science major show that an increasing number of Â鶹´«Ã½ plan to pursue an advanced degree in Occupational Therapy.  The Exercise Science curriculum prepares Â鶹´«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, Â鶹´«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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