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Allied Health Sciences - Emphasis In Occupational Therapy
The Allied Health Sciences (AHS) with an emphasis in Occupational Therapy degree at Grand Valley State University offers an exciting and flexible pathway for students in Northern Michigan to pursue a Master Degree in Occupational Therapy. The program prepares graduates to take leadership roles in traditional and nontraditional settings where occupational therapists practice and act as advocates for the profession and for the members of society who use occupational therapy (OT) services.
Transferring from NMC to GVSU
The B.S. in Allied Health Sciences degree is designed to give you the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience needed to thrive in a variety of health care roles. If you're interested in direct patient care, the AHS degree provides a pathway to clinical settings. You'll gain foundational skills that can lead to clinical role training through internships, advanced programs, or one of GVSU's professional graduate options.
Recommended courses to take at Northwestern Michigan College:
- BIO 227 with Lab - Anatomy and Physiology I
- BIO 228 with Lab - Anatomy and Physiology II
- PSY 250 - Abnormal Psychology
- PSY 211 - Developmental Psychology
- MTH 131 - Probability and Statistics
Options for Electives: SOC 112, SOC 113, SOC 211, SOC 220, SOC 231, SOC 260, SOC 291 B, C, & D, SOC 231, PSY 211, PSY 212, PSY 221, PSY 223, PSY 225, PSY 250, ANT 113, ANT 201...
Please continue to work with your NMC advisor to ensure you meet the requirements of your associate's degree.
Occupational Therapist Salary in Michigan
How much does an Occupational Therapist make in Michigan?
According to Indeed.com, "The average salary for a occupational therapist is $91,302 per year in Michigan." Graduates of the program become occupational therapists and work in:
- Hospitals/acute care
- School systems
- Skilled nursing facilities
- Mental health facilities
- Private practice
- Rehabilitation centers
- Vocational rehabilitation
Meet With An Advisor In Northern Michigan
Our team of advisors are happy to help you get started at GVSU in Northern Michigan. Click the button to review the available appointments either in-person or virtual and schedule when it works best for you. Contact GVSU's Traverse City Regional Center at [email protected] or call us at (231) 995-1785.