Occupational Therapy

Overview

This study path is perfect for students who are committed to a career transforming the lives of everyday people, groups, and communities and are serious about earning the qualifications to prove it.

In this course, you will get to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of health-related issues, top up your credentials with researched based competencies; and gain valuable on-the-job experience in real life scenarios.

Successful completion of this course will earn you a qualification recognised by Occupational Therapy Australia and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists which can open doors and opportunities in the health profession on a global scale.

Study a Master of Occupational Therapy from University of Canberra  and you will: 

• learn how to work with people and communities to enhance their ability to engage in the occupations they need to, want to, or are expected to perform in
• work with a variety of people, including those who have an impairment of body structure or function, are restricted in their participation or are socially excluded
• develop the qualities of critical thinking, curiosity, and reflective practice
• use your foresight, initiative and leadership skills to communicate effectively with clients and work in inter-professional teams
• acquire essential professional practice ethics and traits, such as multi-cultural appreciation, and respect for others.

Career opportunities

UC Master of Occupational Therapy students will graduate into an industry that is expected to experience enormous and continuous growth as the aging population of Australia, and the rest of the world continues to grow.

As a result, there is expected to be a high demand for those with a master’s in occupational therapy to help guide research and policy practices in a variety of areas including aged care, disability services, paediatric services as well as many other community-based support services.

Once graduated, students can choose to continue with further study, or move into a variety of jobs in a range of public, private and voluntary sectors, including:

• homes, schools, and workplaces
• health and rehabilitation centres
• supported accommodation
• aged care
• hospitals