Occupational Therapy Program

Program Overview & Goals

The Occupational Therapy advising track at Hendrix College prepares students for graduate study and professional careers focused on promoting health, safety, and well-being in workplace and community settings. Through interdisciplinary coursework in the sciences, social sciences, and health-related fields, students develop an understanding of human health, environmental factors, prevention strategies, and ethical approaches to healthcare and workplace safety.

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Via Hendrix

If you want to help people navigate the workplace or their community safely and healthfully, you can get there Via Hendrix.

The Via Hendrix program begins by asking where you want to go and then equips you with the guidance, experiences, and space for personal growth and achievement.

At Hendrix, career readiness is embedded in every course, project, and hands-on learning opportunity. This ensures that you are building toward a meaningful life filled with purpose, starting from day one when you arrive on the Hendrix campus.

Careers & Outcomes

The Hendrix Occupational Therapy pre-professional pathway is a gateway to the career you want, providing the scientific, analytical, and interpersonal skills you need to succeed in occupational therapy graduate school and beyond.

Salary Projections

The median salary for an occupational therapist is $98,340, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Co-op Opportunities

Experience separates good job candidates from great ones. At Hendrix, professional work experiences are guaranteed through our robust co-op program. Students interested in occupational therapy might have co-ops in:

  • Physical Therapy Offices
  • Occupational Therapy Offices

Meet the Faculty Advisor

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Richard C. Murray

Professor of Biology

Chair, Department of Biology

At Hendrix, you can study psychology, biology, neuroscience, or even build your own major.

Your Next Steps Via Hendrix

Learn how much value the Occupational Therapy pre-professional program at Hendrix College can deliver for you.

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