OTA Application Process
Currently the courses required include Science (s) course, Eng &101 and Psych&100. Co-requisites include Math, Communications and one Sociology course. Applicants need not complete all these prior to the start of the program.
Effective Summer 2024: Changes to pre-requisites and co-requisites. The prerequisite will be one Science &175 OR &241 OR AP 103. Co-requisites that can be taken while in program are: Math 070 or higher, &English 101 and 5 credits of CMST.
| Prerequisite Requirements | Co-requisite Requirements* |
|---|---|
|
Anatomy and Physiology 1 (AP 103 and AP 104 or BIOL& 241) OR |
ONE Communication course: CMST& 220 Public Speaking or CMST& 230 Small Group Communication |
| BIOL& 241 and 242 OR |
MATH 070 or higher (Pre-Algebra or higher) |
| OR Bio $175 AND 5 credits from Humanities/Fine Arts/English Distribution (non-performance), Social Science Distribution or Natural Science List | |
| English Composition (ENGL&101) |
ONE Sociology Class from the following: |
| Introduction to Psychology PSYC&100 | |
| *A&P Courses have to be taken in sequence at the same institution. | *Co-requisites are highly recommended to be completed before the start of the program |
Sequencing all Anatomy and Physiology courses must be taken at the same institution. Central Washington University courses (EXSCI 350, EXSCI 350Lab, EXSCI 351 and EXSCI 351Lab) and Washington State University courses (KINES/MVTST 262 and KINES/MVTST 380) meet the AP 103 and AP 104 OTA degree requirement at GRC.
For a complete listing and to see where you need to begin see the OTA Program Pre-Requisites and Co-Requisites sections of the Curriculum sequence
Once you determine which required pre-requisites and co-requisites are required, determine
what path best fits you.
Once you determine which required pre-requisites and co-requisites are required, determine what path best fits you.
Other things to consider and to do:
- It is required to meet with our Pre-health Occupations Health Advisor prior to applying for the program
- Determine which program track you would like to apply for: Hybrid or Traditional (details on home page)
- Review the Essential Functions for the Student to understand the demands of the job.
- Getting to Know Occupational Therapy Requirement
- Review Mandatory Immunizations
Candidate Selection Process:
Selection is based on the following system (not in order of priorities):
- Grades in pre-requisites, co-requisites and cumulative college GPA
- Number of completed supporting co-requisites at time of application. If there is hardship completing co-requisites, please contact the Program Director.
- Essay score
- Knowledge about Occupational Therapy
Students assume all responsibility for reading and following instructions.
Candidates who meet the requirements (academically, job shadow, and essay) are offered contingency acceptance into the program. Once offered a contingency spot in program, the candidate will receive information regarding the second step of the selection process which is completion of a National Background Check and Washington State Patrol Background Check. Again, applicants are awarded more points if pre-requisites and co-requisites are completed at time of application. If you had difficulty completing co-requisites please contact mporras-monroe@greenriver.edu
Students who declare Occupational Therapy Assistant and apply will receive a contingency acceptance.
Note that a felony conviction may affect a student's ability to be placed in fieldwork which is required to complete the requirements of the degree and affect the graduate's ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain licensure. Students must complete Level II fieldwork within 18 months following completion of the didactic portion of the program. If you do have a conviction on record you can contact NBCOT at NBCOT Character Review and Pre-Determination for eligibility.