Welcome to the VCU Department of Occupational Therapy. Our profession is a field that focuses on individuals and populations in the context of what they do, and the environment in which they wish to do it. We invite applicants with a passion for working with people to build or rebuild the fabric of their lives. If you seek to learn in an environment that combines excellence in classroom, community, and scholarly research, the Department of OT at VCU is the right choice.
Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).
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Spirit of Sisterhood Scholarship awarded
Jenna Burns (Class of 2023) receives inaugural Spirit of Sisterhood Scholarship
Class of 2021: Cara Harman wants to help patients regain their lives
Cara Harman was inspired to pursue a career as an occupational therapist after her mother was diagnosed with a brain tumor. "I feel as if all my experiences have shaped me into both a better person and health care professional," she said.
A Look at the Assistive Technologies Laboratory
The lab space features advanced technology which provides occupational therapy students with further training before as they prepare to serve patients in clinical settings after completion of their studies.