What are the benefits of obtaining a Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy?
All newly qualified occupational therapists in the United States are required to have a Master’s degree for entry level practice. Those with previously obtained baccalaureate degrees will be allowed to continue practicing but may be at a disadvantage for job hiring and promotions. More important however, is that a post-professional Master’s degree provides the therapist with the state of the art knowledge necessary to address the complex professional and clinical issues we face today. A Master’s degree may or may not mean a pay raise or job promotion, however data collected from our graduating classes indicate that our graduates do benefit, financially and professionally, through promotions, obtaining grants, and creating new programs and positions. The purpose of a post-professional degree in occupational therapy is to enrich and enhance one’s understanding of the profession and develop leadership skills in clinical practice, management, and education. This is a different focus from t
