The Master of Occupational Therapy program develops self-directed, competent, culturally safer, entry-level occupational therapists, who demonstrate cultural humility, are collaborative, relationship-focused, leaders and advocates, prepared to work in current and evolving practice environments toward the improved health and well-being of Manitoba, Canada, and the world.

Master of Occupational Therapy - Accelerated Program admission requirements

Eligibility criteria:

To qualify for admission to the master of occupational therapy accelerated program, you must have:

• A minimum of a Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation (Occupational Therapy) degree or equivalent
• Evidence of having passed the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) certification examination and/or eligibility for registration in Manitoba by the College of Occupational Therapists of Manitoba (COTM)

Additional Information:

To apply to the Accelerated Program, you must meet these eligibility requirements by the application deadline:

• Bachelor’s Degree: Completion of a Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation (Occupational Therapy) or equivalent
• GPA: Minimum of ‘B’ (3.0) in the last 60 credit hours
• Additional Credits: Completion of 42 non-Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation (Occupational Therapy) credit hours
• Certification: Proof of passing the National Occupational Therapy Certification Exam (NOTCE) or eligibility for registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Manitoba

• International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment or Pearson Test of English (Academic) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based)

• Letter(s) of Reference
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Application requirements:

Applications must be completed online and include the following:

• Application fee (non-refundable)
• A bachelor of medical rehabilitation (occupational therapy) degree or equivalent
• Successful completion of 42 credit hours outside of the bachelor of medical rehabilitation (occupational therapy) degree
• Proof of Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) results
• Two letters of recommendation

Instructions:

Please read the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies online application instructions and MOT Accelerated Applicant Admission Requirements before beginning your application.