Program requirements

The pre-occupational therapy curriculum prepares students for application to the master’s program in occupational therapy at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Successful completion of 90 semester hours is required before entering. 

• BIOL 198 - Principles of Biology Credits: (4)
• BIOL 340 - Structure and Function of the Human Body Credits: (8)
• ENGL 100 - Expository Writing I Credits: (3)
• ENGL 200 - Expository Writing II Credits: (3)
• A third English course transferable at 200 level or above Credits: (3)
• MATH 100 - College Algebra Credits: (3)
• PSYCH 110 - General Psychology Credits: (3)
• PSYCH 505 - Abnormal Psychology Credits: (3)

Choose one from the following:

• COMM 106 - Public Speaking I Credits: (3)

• or

• COMM 322 - Interpersonal Communication Credits: (3)

Choose one from the following:

• FSHS 110 - Introduction to Human Development Credits: (3)

• or

• PSYCH 520 - Life Span Personality Development Credits: (3)

Choose one from the following:

• PHILO 130 - Introduction to Moral Philosophy Credits: (3)

• or

• PHILO 365 - Medical Ethics Credits: (3)

Choose one from the following:

• ANTH 200 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology Credits: (3)

• or

• ANTH 204 - A General Education Introduction to Cultural Anthropology Credits: (3)

• or

• SOCIO 211 - Introduction to Sociology Credits: (3)

Choose one from the following:

• STAT 325 - Introduction to Statistics Credits: (3)

• or

• STAT 350 - Business and Economic Statistics I Credits: (3)

Restricted electives (12 credit hours)

Four courses/electives chosen from complementary disciplines with a focus on behavioral and/or social sciences such as, but not limited to, psychology, sociology, family studies, special education, community health/wellness, and multicultural studies.

General electives

Elective coursework must bring the prerequisite coursework to a total of 90 credit hours. General electives are the discretion of the applicant. All applicants are encouraged to develop their program readiness in the areas of biological sciences, social sciences, diversity, and interpersonal dynamics. Suggested courses include, but are not limited to, multicultural classes, foreign language, sign language, kinesiology, technical or professional writing, sociology or psychology relating to family dynamics, gerontology, and additional humanities of interest to the students.

Note

Since prerequisites may change and the requirements of other occupational therapy programs will vary, consultation with a health professions advisor is strongly recommended.

For more information go to K-State Pre-health.