Occupational Therapy Department

Occupational therapy is a healthcare profession that helps individuals of all ages overcome physical, developmental, or emotional challenges. Occupational therapists assess, treat, and empower patients to engage in meaningful activities, improving their functional abilities and quality of life.

Mission

• The mission of the Department of Occupational Therapy is to develop occupational therapists who:
• Understand the power of meaningful occupations and use occupational engagement across all contexts to enhance the quality of life, improve health and well-being, and reduce health disparities.
• Lead the delivery of collaborative and high-quality occupational therapy services with clients, professionals, and systems supported by research and service.
• Practice innovative, ethical, and evidence-based occupational therapy to transform clients’ lives in the region and beyond. 

Vision       

Envision a future in which our graduates transform clients’ lives through the power of occupations to promote health and well-being. 

Core values

• Altruism
• Equality
• Freedom
• justice
• Dignity
• Truth
• Prudence