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Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Health Sciences - Occupational Studies;  Master of Science (M.S.), Occupational Therapy

College: Health Professions

Department: Occupational Therapy

Contact: Regi Robnett, Director or Jan Froehlich, Advising Coordinator
rrobnett@une.edu
jfroehlich@une.edu

 

 

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Overview
Occupational therapy is a health profession whose practitioners provide preventative, habilitative, and rehabilitative services for individuals whose lives have been disrupted by physical injury or illness, developmental problems, social or psychological difficulties, or the aging process. Occupational therapists, relying on a diversified knowledge of the social, behavioral and life sciences, evaluate capacities and skills and create programs designed to allow clients to achieve the highest level of function possible in their occupational roles.

There are opportunities for men and women in the profession to work with infants, children,  adults, and elders with physical and emotional disabilities to assist them in performing self-care, leisure, and work activities. The occupational therapist may work in a hospital, clinic, school, rehabilitation center, home care program, community health center, day care center, psychiatric facility, nursing home, or community based program. With experience, the therapist might function in private practice, as a university faculty member, as an administrator, or as a consultant.

The OT faculty support the view that all life activities (vocational, avocational, self-care, leisure, etc.) may be described as "occupations": humans are occupational by nature, and occupations facilitate health and well-being. Occupational therapy as taught at the University of New England is a holistic science that emphasizes the health of the individual in terms of his/her productive participation in society. Consistent with the overall University of New England mission, occupational therapy students study not only medical interventions, but also all the complex psychological and sociocultural dimensions of human occupation and learn to intervene to enhance occupational performance.

Mission Statement
The Occupational Therapy Department’s mission is to educate occupational therapy students who will use knowledge, skills, and values to provide exemplary occupation-based practice while assuming leadership roles at the local, state and national levels.

Program Goals
Upon completion of the Occupational Therapy curriculum, the student will:

1. Understand, explain and promote the unique value of occupation, its theoretical constructs and the discipline of occupational therapy.
2. Integrate the construct of function and dysfunction along the wellness continuum as part of a holistic model.
3. Demonstrate the values, behaviors, skills and professional attitudes and competencies of an entry-level occupational therapist within the domains of concerns of the profession.  These domains of concern include, but are not limited to work, play/leisure and self-maintenance.
4. Evaluate clients, interpret data, develop and implement efficacious interventions across the lifespan based on a theoretical rationale.
5. Engage in and appraise the effectiveness of activity and occupational task analysis as an essential part of occupational therapy practice.
6. Employ and analyze/assess a systems approach to understanding and utilizing health care and technological resources within practice settings and the community (local, national, and international).
7. Demonstrate and distinguish critical thinking in all OT processes including but not limited to clinical reasoning, client-therapist relationships, management and occupational task analysis.
8. Demonstrate and value a client/family centered philosophy in occupational therapy practice.
9. Based on a liberal arts core, recognize, value and respect human diversity, biosphere diversity, and interdependence and relate these to occupational therapy theory and practice.
10. Communicate effectively in oral, written and technological forms when dealing with clients, families, peers, other professionals and agencies.
11. Consistently demonstrate and show commitment to professional and ethical behavior.
12. Differentiate between the roles of supervision, management, administration and consultation in occupational therapy and assume these roles consistent with entry-level practice.
13. Recognize and analyze the varieties of effective leadership, and demonstrate leadership skills as an entry-level occupational therapist.
14. Value and be prepared to engage in professional life-long learning, including research, to keep abreast of and contribute to new knowledge and issues relevant to occupational therapy.
    

Accreditation
The Occupational Therapy Program was first awarded accreditation in January 1985. The Occupational Therapy Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, P.O. Box 31220, Bethesda, MD 20824-1220. AOTA's phone number is (301) 652-AOTA. Graduates of the program will be able to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapist administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR). Most states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination.

Other Information
Eligibility for the National Certification Examination requires:

1.	Master's degree, with a major in occupational therapy.
2.	Successful completion of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum; and
3.	Successful completion of a minimum of six months of supervised fieldwork.

Requirements

For entrance into the pre-professional phase of the Occupational Therapy Program , students must meet the following requirements:

1. Students seeking admission to the pre-professional phase of the Occupational Therapy Program should have completed high school courses in chemistry, biology, and two to three years of mathematics including Algebra II. They should emphasize communication skills and course work and activities that give them a feel for the developmental sequences that characterize human life from infancy to old age. Students should be in excellent health to be able to handle the rigors of the program and the professional demands that come after graduation.
2. Applicants to the Department of Occupational Therapy should submit their application materials to the Admissions Office during the fall of the year prior to matriculation. Decisions on applicants will be made on a rolling basis. Qualified students who apply after the fall will be admitted on a space-available basis.
3. A student in the pre-professional phase of the Occupational Therapy Program is encouraged to be a full-time student at the University of New England for his or her first academic year, taking a minimum of 12 credit hours in each semester.
4. A student in the pre-professional phase of the Occupational Therapy Program who will complete all prerequisite course work by the end of the fall semester of the student's second academic year at UNE may be granted a leave of absence without losing his/her space in the professional program. All requests for leave of absence will be considered on an individual basis through a petition to the OT Department.  Students should begin the process by making an appointment with their advisor. Before entering the professional program, a student must have completed a 20-hour volunteer experience and all prerequisite courses.

To be accepted into the professional program, a student must meet the following requirements:

1. All students who are admitted to the pre-professional OT program as first-year students by the Office of Admissions are guaranteed a spot in the professional program if they then meet the professional program admission requirements.   
2. A student admitted into the pre-professional phase of the Occupational Therapy Program must have a 2.5 UNE GPA at the end of the spring semester of the student's first academic year at UNE. A student who does not achieve this GPA will be dismissed from the pre-professional program.   
3. A student who receives a cumulative GPA of 3.0 at UNE by the end of spring semester of his/her second year,  is in good standing, and who has completed all the required course work, is guaranteed a place in the professional program. OT pre-professional students who have a UNE GPA between 2.75 and 3.0 will compete with transfer students, both internal and external, for the remaining seats.
4. The faculty reserves the right to deny enrollment in the professional program to any student who demonstrates behaviors deemed inappropriate for the profession.  

Internal Transfer Students
Internal transfer students may apply to admission into the OT program at any time.  Interested students should contact the OT Department. Internal transfer students will be held responsible for the UNE core curriculum.

External Transfer Students
External transfer students must apply through the Enrollment Management office.  Students may enter the junior year (professional OT program) on a space available basis, if they have met all the prerequisite course requirements and have at least a 2.75 GPA (3.0 preferred).  This group of transfer students is competing for slots with OT majors who have between a 2.75 and a 3.0 GPA.

External transfer students must complete the following courses prior to entry in the professional program:

• English Composition
• Basic Algebra (can be waived if the student passes math exam)
• Biology
• An applied creative art course (e.g. ceramics, pottery, theater production, etc.)
• Physics or Chemistry (either as a combined course or separately).  A lab must be included
• Human Development/Lifespan (Two courses are usual but one, if it covers the entire lifespan, is acceptable)
• Introduction to Psychology
• Abnormal Psychology
• Human Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology -- 2 semesters, with lab.
• Introduction to Occupational Therapy.  This course, which may be taken on-line, includes medical terminology.  (COTAs are exempt from Introduction to OT)
• Sociology
• Statistics
• Research Methods

Exceptions to the above requirements will be considered. Questions regarding these requirements should be directed first to Admissions, then to Jan Froehlich, Advising Coordinator, or to Regi Robnett, Department Director, Department of Occupational Therapy, University of New England.

Transfer students must have a minimum of 60 credits to enter the junior year.

The initial evaluation of transcripts and experiential learning pertaining to a transfer student to determine credit/waiver of prerequisites required for admission to the professional program shall be done by the Registrar’s office Credentials Evaluator.

The five-year curriculum combines a pre-professional core program followed by third- and fourth-year professional courses and a fifth master's year, which includes fieldwork experience at clinical sites in the U.S. and Canada. Students admitted to the program begin as first year occupational therapy majors. After the second year, qualified students are automatically  granted admission into the upper-level professional program.

The professional curriculum covers the third, fourth and fifth years (including the fieldwork during the master's year) leading to a master of science degree with a major in occupational therapy.

Occupational therapy students in the five-year master's program will be eligible to receive a bachelor of science degree, with a major in health sciences, upon successful completion of their fourth year of study. They then continue on in their fifth year to pursue a master of science in occupational therapy degree. Only those who complete the fifth year will be considered to graduate with an occupational therapy degree.

In the program the student is exposed to:

	1.	Normal human development, functions, structure, and systems and how these interact to influence health maintenance.
	2.	Biological, psychological, environmental, and sociocultural conditions that may contribute to or interfere with optimum functioning.
	3.	Medical, psychosocial, and holistic interventions, which may be used to treat these conditions.
	4.	Occupational therapy procedures and activities, which may be used to help the individual attain maximal functioning in occupational behavioral ability, choice, and satisfaction.
	5.	Basic research procedures, supervisory and administrative strategies, and health care delivery systems.
	6.	Occupational therapy practice. A major strength of the occupational therapy curriculum is its field base. Students are involved in the clinical application of learning each semester of the professional curriculum.

Pre-Professional Occupational Therapy Requirements

	Program/Degree Area		Credits
	Life Sciences
	BIO 104 - General Biology		4
	BIO 245 - General Principles Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology I		4
	BIO 345 - General Principles Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology II		5
	CHE 125 - Introduction to Chemistry and Physics (Spring Only)		4
	ENV 104 - Introduction to Environmental Issues		3
	Humanities
	ENG 110 - English Composition		4
	*Humanities Exploration course		3
	Applied Creative Arts		3
	LIL 201 - Human Traditions (English/History)		3
	LIL 202 - Human Traditions (History/English)		3
	Mathematics
	MAT 120 - Statistics		3
	Social and Behavioral Sciences
	PSY 105 - Introduction to Psychology		3
	PSY 205 - Abnormal Psychology		3
	PSY 220 - Social/Cultural Context of Human Development I		3
	PSY 270 - Social/Cultural Context of Human Development II		3
	*SOC 150 - Introduction to Sociology -or- Social Science Explorations		3
	Other Pre-Professional Core
	OTR 201 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy		2
	OTR 250 - Introduction to Communication		1
	OTR 316 - Research Methods		3
	Total		60

*Students must take six credits of explorations courses, three of which must be in humanities. During the professional program, two advanced humanities (6 credits), one of which must be Ethics, and CIT 400 - Citizenship (1 credit), are taken in the third or fourth year.

Occupational Therapy  Professional Curriculum**

	Program/Degree Area		Credits
	Fall of Third Year - 15-Week Semester (September - December)
	BIO 302 - Gross Anatomy		6
	OTR 301- Foundation of OT		3
	OTR 302 - Analysis of Occupational Performance		3
	OTR 303 - Biopsychosocial Dimensions of Elders		2
	OTR 304 - Biopsychosocial Dimensions of Occupational  Performance		2
	OTR 350 - Community Practicum I		1
	OTR 352 - Group Process/Leadership		1
	Credits		18
	Spring of Third Year - 15-Week Semester (January - May)
	BIO 404 - Neuroscience		4
	OTR 310 - Kinesiology		2
	OTR 310L - Kinesiology Lab		0
	OTR 311 - Biopsychosocial Dimensions of Adulthood		3
	OTR 312 - Occupational Performance in Adulthood		4
	OTR 351 - Community Practicum II		2
	OTR 353 - Introduction to Problem Based Learning		1
	Ethics (PHI or IHH)		3
	Credits		19
	Fall of Fourth Year - 15-Week Semester (September - December)
	OTR 401 - Biopsychosocial Dimensions of Adolescence and Young Adulthood		3
	OTR 402 - Occupational Performance in Adolescence and Young Adulthood		4
	OTR 452 - PBL: OT for Young Adults		2
	OTR 450 - Community Practicum III		2
	OTR 516 - Research Design		2
	Elective: Advanced Humanities		3
	Citizenship		1
	Credits		17
	Spring of Fourth Year - 15-Week Semester (January - May)
	OTR 411 - Biopsychosocial Dimensions of Childhood		3
	OTR 412 - Occupational Performance in Children		5
	OTR 421 - Health Care Management and Delivery		3
	OTR 451 - Community Practicum IV		2
	OTR 453 - PBL:OT for Children		2
	OTR 517 - Research Project II		3
	Credits		18
	Summer/Fall of Fifth Year- 24 Weeks (July - December)
	OTR 500 - Fieldwork IIA		6
	OTR 501 - Fieldwork IIB		6
	Credits		12
	Spring of Fifth Year (January - April)
	OTR 505 - Advanced Practice Seminar		4
	OTR 518 - Research Seminar		1
	OTR 519 - Evidence-Based Research Seminar		3
	Elective		3-4
	OTR 550 - Delivery Systems - Realities of Practice		4
	Credits		15-16
	Early Summer of Fifth Year (May)
	OTR 530 - Professional Electives
	(Includes 1 cr. Integrating Seminar)		4
	Credits		4
	Total		60
	** The Occupational Therapy Program faculty reserve the right to change courses or sequences.
	Pre-Professional Credits		60
	Credits of Professional Core		67
	Total Credits for BS Degree		127
	Credits for MS Degree (Including Sr Research and FW )		36
	Total Credits for Master of Science Occupational Therapy		163

Clinical Experience
Students should be prepared for the added expense of weekly travel during Community Practicums I and II, and perhaps more extensive travel for up to two-week time periods during Community Practicums III and IV. In addition, two three-month full-time Fieldwork II clinical placements are required. All Fieldwork II must be completed within 24 months following commencement exercises. A third three-month internship may be recommended for some students or a specialty internship may be elected. This would have to be completed after the master's year (please see note under curriculum).

The expenses incurred for room and board during these internships, and travel to and from them are the responsibility of each individual student. Students should be prepared for the possibility of a fieldwork assignment anywhere in the United States. Due to the limited number of fieldwork sites available, a lottery system is used for assignment of mental health or pediatric fieldwork and a limited preference selection is used for the second placement in physical disabilities. While it is planned that students will participate in Fieldwork II placements before returning to campus for the master's courses, occasional limitation  of fieldwork sites means this may not be possible for all students. All master's students must successfully complete at least one Fieldwork II placement before returning for master's courses. Those who do not complete both full-time fieldwork before master's year courses must complete the second one after the master's year May term.

Research
Students take two research courses during their senior year that count toward their graduate program (OTR 516 and OTR 517). In these courses, students will complete a small-group research project and present their findings. During their graduate year, they complete the research sequence (OTR 518 and OTR519).

Fieldwork
Two levels of fieldwork experience are established in the Essentials and Guidelines of an Accredited Educational Program for the Occupational Therapist and in the Essentials and Guidelines of an Approved Educational Program for the Occupational Therapy Assistant.

LEVEL I 
Level I Fieldwork experience, as required by the Essentials, includes experience designed as an integral part of didactic courses for the purpose of directed observations and participation in selected field settings.  These experiences are not expected to emphasize independent performance, nor are they considered substitutes for or part of sustained Level II Fieldwork experience.

Level I Fieldwork experience is required of both occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant students by the Essentials.  It is the prerogative of the academic educational program to establish the nature or amount of Level I Fieldwork required.  Consequently, requirements may vary among academic programs and the actual fieldwork experiences may be implemented in a number of different ways.

Supervision must be provided by qualified personnel.  They may include occupational therapy personnel and other appropriate personnel such as teachers, social workers, public health nurses, ministers, probation officers, and physical therapists.

Level I Fieldwork experience, which initially provides the student with exposure to clinical practice through observation, progresses with increasing expectations of the student to demonstrate skills in the use of selected evaluation or treatment procedures; gather and organize data; and examine reactions to clients and patients, self, personnel, and the profession.  Generally the fieldwork education center provides observational opportunities, "hands on" experience as appropriate, feedback to the student, and learning tasks as appropriate.  The center cooperates with academic assignments and provides a written evaluation of the experience.

The focus of the learning experience includes observation, written and verbal communication, professional behavior, and individual and group participation with patients and clients.  The fieldwork education center provides the opportunity for the following:

1. basic exposure, observation, and experience with clients and patients served or potentially served by occupational therapy;
2. observation and description of treatment, evaluation, and behavior of clients and patients;
3. recognition and description of conditions abilities and disabilities; and
4. identification of role functions of the OTR and COTA in various treatment settings.

The student is expected to develop skills and abilities in the following:

1. demonstrating professional work habits;
2. establishing meaningful and comfortable relationships with clients and patients;
3. establishing positive working relationships with staff;
4. demonstrating good judgment in seeking assistance, responding to feedback, and conducting himself or herself ethically and with appropriate courtesy and attitudes in patient/client and staff relationships;
5. formulating general therapeutic goals and objectives;
6. communicating in writing clearly, concisely, and professionally; and
7. assisting in therapeutic activity process.

LEVEL II 
Level II Fieldwork is intended to emphasize the application of an academically acquired body of knowledge by providing the student with an in-depth experience in delivery of occupational therapy service to patients/clients.  The Essentials require Level II Fieldwork experience for both occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant students.

Requirements established in the Essentials for Level II Fieldwork specific to occupational therapy students include the following:

1. a minimum of six months (24 weeks, full time) of Level II Fieldwork experience, preferably with at least three months on a full-time sustained basis;
2. completion of all fieldwork experience no later than 24 months following completion of academic preparation;
3. direct supervision provided by a registered occupational therapist with at least one year of experience.
   

Progression Requirements
All students must pass all professional courses with a "C-" or better unless a higher grade is otherwise specified in the course syllabus.
If a student receives an "F" in any course,  he/she will be dismissed from the program. A student who receives two "D's will be dismissed with the right to take a year's leave of absence (LOA). He/she must petition to re-enter the following year and complete a remediation plan. A student who receives one "D," or withdraws from a professional level course, must retake that course and pass with a "C-" or better.

Pre-Professional
A student in the pre-professional phase of the occupational therapy program who receives an F in any college level course will be dismissed from the pre-professional program.  If a student receives a D in one (1) course, he or she will need to follow the guidelines outlined in the OT student handbook, which is given out during the student’s first semester.

There are three options:

1. If a student retakes the course off campus, receiving a grade of C- or better, the D is waived although the new grade will not be figured into the UNE GPA.  Students are strongly encouraged to repeat the course, preferably at UNE whenever possible.
2. If the D is not retaken and the student receives a second D in either a pre-professional course OR a professional level course, he/she is dismissed from the OT program.
3. If the course is repeated at UNE, the new grade will replace the old grade, even if it is lower.  If the new grade is a D, the D stands and the course may not be retaken a third time.  Any further grade of D results in dismissal.  If the new grade is an F, the student will be dismissed from the OT program.

Professional
All students admitted into the professional undergraduate program must receive a minimum grade of 1.75 (C-), based on a 4.0 grading system in every course.

Students should remain aware of the University calendar with regard to withdrawal timetables, and should meet regularly with their advisor if they are experiencing any academic difficulties.

All students must have an overall GPA of 2.75 to continue each successive year of the program.  If a 2.75 GPA is not maintained the student has the right to take a one-year leave of absence (LOA) from the OT program and petition for re-admission to the OT program as stated below.

All students must pass all undergraduate professional courses with a C- or better.  A student who receives one D, or withdraws from a professional level course, must retake that course and pass with a C- or better.  A student who receives an F, a Fl, or two Ds will be dismissed from the OT program. The student who wishes to be considered for readmission into the program must take a one-year leave of absence and must petition the Occupational Therapy Department after six months with one of the following options:

Option 1: May rejoin program at the point interrupted if the student completes the following:

1. The student should meet with his/her advisor to begin the petition process.  The student may formally petition the OT department after six months following the start of the LOA.  Students are encouraged to remain at UNE to take additional courses and to work on and receive support for their remediation plans.
2. The petition needs to include a plan to accomplish the following:
• a) Retake and pass with a C- or better the undergraduate professional level course(s) they previously attained D in.
• b) Pass any additional college level courses taken during the LOA with a C- or better.
• c) Demonstrate, with evidence, that any factors which previously interfered with academic performance have been addressed and are in process of resolution.
• d) Develop a plan that discusses academic problems and includes behavioral changes which will support academic success.
3. Upon acceptance of a petition the student shall have the remaining six months of the years LOA to demonstrate that:

• He/she has implemented the plan.
• Has completed parts 2a and 2b.
• Has made substantial documented progress toward accomplishing 2c and 2d.

Examples of issues which might be addressed in 2c and 2d are:

-Utilization of the Learning Assistance Center.
-Addressing weaknesses in documentation and communication skills.
-Addressing any learning disability issues through evaluation and the development of a learning plan.
-Others as appropriate.

Note: Acceptance of a petition will also be dependent upon the size of the class to which the student will return.

Completion Timeline
A student may at any time in the course of his/her study in the Occupational Therapy Program elect to petition for a modification in the normal program of study as outlined by the Occupational Therapy Department.

Request for Excused Class Absences
Each instructor will develop an individual policy for her/his particular course.

Change of Advisor
A student or faculty member may at any time request a change of advisor for a student.

Registration/Add/Drop
University registration policies are followed. Each student should meet with his or her advisor prior to signing up for courses.

Student Responsibility for Meeting Requirements
Students are ultimately responsible for insuring that all required courses and credits are completed for and prior to graduating at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Course Withdrawal
Students should contact their advisor if they are having any difficulty in a course as there are usually options regarding how to proceed. Course withdrawals should be discussed with the faculty advisor after the initial drop period.

Grading
Occupational Therapy Department Grading Scale

A	94-100	Outstanding	Proficient
A-	90-93	Excellent	Proficient
B+	87-89		Competent
B	84-86		Competent
B-	80-83		Competent
C+	77-79		Marginal
C	74-76		Marginal
C-	70-73		Failing
D	60-69		Failing
F	below 60		Failing

Further explanation of grading standards:

• An A grade represents a more thorough and integrative presentation of the material.  It demonstrates original thought and use and/or expands and synthesizes additional information.
• A B grade is given for achieving the requirements of a specific assignment.

A student may appeal a grade received in the Occupational Therapy Professional Program if, for any reason, the grade is felt to be unfairly awarded.  To do this the student must first submit their justification of the perceived unfairness to the faculty member who is coordinating the course involved.  This must be done within 30 days after the final class period or final exam.  If the issue cannot be resolved to the student's satisfaction, the student may submit their appeal, in writing, at the next scheduled faculty meeting.  The issue will be discussed and the Department Director shall submit to the student, in writing, the decision reached by the faculty concerning the appeal.  A copy of this action will be placed in the student's permanent file.  If the student is not satisfied with the Department's decision, the appeal may then be taken to the Dean's office for further consideration.

Incomplete Grades
A student may request an incomplete grade for a course from the primary instructor based on individual needs.  If the instructor grants an "incomplete," the student will have until 6 weeks to finish the work required for a change to a letter grade.  The requirements for completion of the course will be determined between the individual student and the instructor.  Failure to complete the work before the deadline date results in an administrative F (fail) which will result  in dismissal from the program. This policy excludes Level II Fieldwork (OTR 500, 501, 502)

Exam Retakes
If a student receives a grade less than C- on a particular exam in an occupational therapy course in the professional program, a retake exam may be given at the discretion of the faculty.  If the student passes the retake exam, a grade of C- will be recorded for that exam.  A second retake may be given also at the discretion of faculty members.  If a student does not pass a second retake, the student will be placed on academic probation.  If the student does not achieve a passing score after a second retake on another exam in the same course, the student will be automatically withdrawn from the course.

Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fees for subsequent years may vary. Other expenses include books and travel. For specific information regarding tuition and fees, please consult the Graduate Financial Information page of this catalog.

Special Expenses for Occupational Therapy
Students who are admitted into the Occupational Therapy Degree Program must be prepared to travel to facilities throughout the United States to complete the community practicum and Fieldwork II requirements. Fieldwork and travel expenses are estimated. Actual expenses are dependent on the location and requirements of the clinical center. Students will have limited preference options in selection of their clinical placements, and final decisions will be made by the occupational therapy academic fieldwork coordinator.

Tuition for 12 credits of fieldwork is included in the fifth-year tuition. Fieldwork is a prerequisite for the National Certification Exam, which is required in order to practice as an Occupational Therapist Registered. A third, optional fieldwork experience may be elected after the fifth year at continuing education rates.

Financial assistance for these additional expenses cannot be guaranteed, although every effort will be made to assist students with major financial problems.

	Estimated Additional Expenses	3rd Yr	4th Yr	5th Yr
	Books and Supplies	$800	$800	$600
	Fieldwork Travel	400	400	2,000*
	Fieldwork Housing	-	-	3,600*
	Student Malpractice Ins	$75	$75	$75
	Totals	$1,270	$1,270	$6,220
	*includes 6 months Fieldwork II

Financial Aid
Detailed information and applications are available on request from the Financial Aid Office. Call 207-602-2342 or visit the Financial Aid website.

Students must successfully complete all undergraduate courses listed, prior to undergraduate graduation and all graduate courses listed, prior to masters graduation.

Robnett, Regula (Director) M.S., Colorado State University-Occupational Therapy; M. Ed., Colorado State University-Guidance and Counseling; B.S., Colorado State University-Psychology, German; Fulbright Scholar, Freie Universitaet Berlin.		Associate Professor
Croninger, William M.A., Adams State College-Guidance and Counseling; B.A., Adams State College-Psychology; B.S., University of New England-Occupational Therapy.		Associate Professor
DeBrakeleer, Betsy A.A.H.S., New Hampshire Vocational Technical College-Occupational Therapy Assistant.		Clinical Fieldwork Coordinator
Froehlich, Jeanette M.S.O.T., Sargent College of Allied Health Professions, Boston University-Occupational Therapy; B.S., University of New Hampshire-Physical Education, PrePhysical Therapy and Psychology.		Associate Professor
Kimball, Judith Ph.D., Syracuse University-School Psychology; M.S., Syracuse University-Special Education; B.S., Boston University-Occupational Therapy.		Professor
Loukas, Kathryn M.S.O.T. Western Michigan University-Occupational Therapy: B.S., University of Colorado-Recreation.		Assistant Professor
MacRae, Nancy M.S., University of Southern Maine-Adult Education; B.S., University of New Hampshire-Occupational Therapy.		Associate Professor
O'Brien, Jane Clifford Ph.D., University of South Carolina-Exercise Science/Concentration in Motor Control; M.S.O.T., Sargent College of Allied Health-Boston University, B.A., University of Maine at Orono, University of Salzburg-Advanced Standing.		Assistant Professor
Roberts, Michael M.S., Boston School of Occupational Therapy, Tufts; B.A., College of Holy Cross- Biology, Pre-Med		Assistant Clinical Professor
Walrath, Molly (Coordinator of Community OT Clinic) M.S., Sargent College of Allied Health Professions, Boston University; B.S., Sargent College of Allied Health Professions, Boston University-Occupational Therapy.		Clinical Assistant Professor

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Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog

This Catalog documents the academic programs, policies, and activities of the University of New England for the 2006-2007 academic year. The information contained herein is accurate as of date of publication August 1, 2006.

The University of New England reserves the right in its sole judgment to make changes of any nature in its programs, calendar, or academic schedule whenever it is deemed necessary or desirable, including changes in course content, the rescheduling of classes with or without extending the academic term, canceling of scheduled classes or other academic activities, in any such case giving such notice thereof as is reasonably practicable under the circumstances.

While each student may work closely with an academic advisor, he or she must retain individual responsibility for meeting requirements in this catalog and for being aware of any changes in provisions or requirements.