At Widener, you'll use real-world experience to launch your occupational therapy career. Work with clients in our pro bono clinic, connect with faculty mentors, develop your leadership skills, and collaborate interprofessionally across rehab professions. Your journey starts here.
Learn more about the OTD program and ask your most pressing questions. Faculty and admissions staff will be on hand to guide you through every step of the proccess. We look forward to virtually meeting you!
Our student-run interprofessional pro bono clinic houses modern facilities and countless opportunities for professionals-in-training to work with clients who are uninsured or underinsured. You'll develop real-world skills while making a positive impact on the community.
As you prepare for your occupational therapy career, you'll work interprofessionally with faculty and students from our physical therapy, social work, clinical psychology, and speech-language pathology programs. Your shared experiences will help you understand the value of holistic client care—knowledge that will set you apart from your peers as you secure your first therapy position.
Our faculty are diverse in expertise—and united in their commitment to your success. They'll offer support in classroom and clinical settings, help you shape your identity as an occupational therapist, and serve as the cornerstone of your professional network.
With support from faculty and clinical practitioners, you'll develop into a citizen of character who demonstrates professional and civic leadership. You'll have opportunities to hold leadership positions at our student-run interprofessional pro bono clinic, as well as the Student Occupational Therapy Association and the Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity.
Earn your OTD at Widener and gain access to:
Our hands-on curriculum will put you on the inside track to a successful career. From your first day on the job, you'll be ready to meet and treat clients.
Learn more about the OTD program and ask your most pressing questions.
