Occupational Therapy

The total number of graduates from the EWU MOT program during the 3-year period 2019-2021 was 89, with an overall graduation rate of 95%. 

*Rates reported per academic year (Fall – Summer)

National Board Exam
EWU’s graduates are able to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapist administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR). Most states require a license in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination.

EXAMINATION REQUIREMENT: Following completion of academic coursework, all students must successfully complete their Level II Fieldwork within 24 months before taking the Certification exam. A felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain a state license.

The pass rate of graduates who passed the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification examination as new graduate test takers in 2021 was 100%. Recent certification exam results can be found on NBCOT’s website.

NBCOT New Graduate Pass Rates Per Calendar Year:

2021 = 100%

2020 = 94%

2019 = 100%

American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) www.aota.org

The American Occupational Therapy Association is the nationally recognized professional association for over 60,000 occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants in the United States and U.S. Territories. The mission of AOTA is to support a professional community of members and to develop and preserve the viability and relevance of the profession. The organization serves the interests of the members, represents the profession to the public, and promotes access to occupational therapy. Currently the EWU OT department purchases student memberships for all EWU OT students for their 1st and 2nd year in the program and we highly recommend that students maintain membership to gain access to diverse member-only benefits such as reduced costs for AOTA texts and student rates at the AOTA National Conference held in April each year.

Assembly of Student Delegates (ASD) www.aota.org

The membership of the Assembly of Student Delegates (ASD) is made up of the student members of AOTA. Annually, the ASD Delegate from each educational program in the United States represents the school at the ASD Pre-Conference Delegate Meetings at the Annual Conference of AOTA.

National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) www.nbcot.org

The mission of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy is to serve the public interest. NBCOT provides a world-class standard for certification of occupational therapy practitioners. This organization also develops, administers and continually reviews a certification process based on current and valid standards that provide reliable indicators of competence for the practice of occupational therapy. NBCOT administers the national certification examination.

Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA)

A Student Occupational Therapy Association officially began at Eastern Washington University during the 2000-2001 academic year. All Occupational Therapy students are members of SOTA which provides opportunities for students to promote the profession and to engage in professional development activities during the academic year. As a formal organization, SOTA members must abide by the Eastern Washington University Clubs and Organizations Handbook. SOTA’s website on EagleSync can be found at https://orgsync.com/99731/chapter.  Students wishing to become involved in SOTA may contact any current SOTA officer or the faculty sponsor.

Washington Occupational Therapy Association (WOTA) www.wota.org

The Washington Occupational Therapy Association supports the professional community of occupational therapy practitioners throughout the state of Washington. The organization facilitates enhanced service delivery and promotes improved access to occupational therapy services. WOTACON, the annual WOTA conference, is held each October.

EWU MOT Cost of Attendance

Click this link for Academic Year 2022-23 MOT Cost Sheet (subject to change).  Details and questions about the spreadsheet may be addressed to EWU’s Student Financial Services.

Details for cost of attendance for graduate programs is found on our Graduate Tuition & Aid page (subject to change).  

Program and course fees are added on top of tuition and mandatory fees.

Individual course fees for lab supplies etc. are posted on each course section in the schedule (go to the Course Search function in EagleNET). Input the required parameters, select the course and look for the amount listed under “base fees.”

WICHE STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM

Eastern Washington University Occupational Therapy program participates in the Professional Student Exchange Program (PSEP) through the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) Program. WICHE helps students to enroll in selected out-of-state professional programs not offered in their resident state. Outbound students and their families save money through reduced tuition arrangements.

Information about WICHE Program

If you are a resident of Alaska, the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Hawaii, Nevada, Montana, Nevada or Wyoming, you are encouraged to contact the certifying office in your state or the WICHE Office in Boulder, CO at the following address:

WICHE Student Exchange Program
P.O. Box 9752
Boulder, CO 80301-9752
303.541.0214
info-sep@wiche.edu

Graduate Student Requirements, Policies and Procedures: EWU Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog

MOT Program Requirements, Policies and Procedures: Occupational Therapy Student Handbook 2022-23

Any party who has a vested interest in the Department of Physical Therapy at Eastern Washington University may file a complaint against the program or an employee of the program. Complaints can come from constituents within the program (e.g., faculty members, staff members, students) or outside the program (e.g., employers of the program’s graduates, off-campus supervisors, professionals, etc.). The nature of the complaint determines the steps that should be taken:

• Students who have complaints regarding sexual harassment should contact the Office of Human Resources, Rights, and Risks at Eastern Washington University.
• Students who have complaints regarding grades received in courses or practicum should follow the university’s grade appeal policy, which can be found in the university catalog or by contacting the Office of Academic Affairs.
• Students who have complaints of a general nature should follow procedures in the Student Handbook.
• Faculty and staff members who have complaints against other faculty or staff members or against the department chair should follow the university’s grievance procedures. Contact the Office of Academic Affairs or the Office of Human Resources, Rights, and Risks for further information.
• Any party who believes that the Occupational Therapy Program is not in compliance with any number of accreditation standards should address their concerns to the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).