Tennessee State University

Department of Occupational Therapy

Application Details

The completed application forms and all supporting documents need to be submitted via OTCAS no later than February 15th. You must also apply directly to the Graduate School at

·  The process for admission into the Graduate Occupational Therapy Program is competitive. Completion of minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the Masters in Occupational Therapy program.

Minimum requirements for admission

1. Admission to Tennessee State University Graduate School. It is highly recommended that Graduate School application is submitted and fees are paid on-line. Do not mail the Graduate School application or the application fee to the Department of Occupational Therapy because we are unable to process the application.

2. Submission documents requested below and the Application Supplement are to be submitted via OTCAS Include the following:

·  Official transcripts proving an bachelors degree is completed (sent from your school directly to OTCAS)

·  Official transcripts for pre-requisites showing courses were completed within the last 10 years and that a minimum grade of “C” have been earned in each of the pre-requisite classes (C- will not be accepted). There will be no substitutions made for the required courses. (Sent directly from the school to OTCAS)

·  A minimum of three professional references or letters of recommendation from professional and/or academic contacts. Family members or personal friends will not be accepted.

·  Documentation of a minimum of 30 hours of observation with practicing Occupational Therapy practitioners at a minimum of two practice settings and populations. Observation hours with an OT assistant can no longer be accepted.

3. An interview with the admissions committee after the Application Supplement has been reviewed the applicant may be invited to participate in the open house/interview process.

For more information, please contact the appropriate department listed below:

·  Department of Occupational Therapy Phone: 615-963-5891

Ms. Jacque Nodell, Administration Assistant

Email:

Website: http:/www.tnstate.edu/OT

·  TSU Graduate Studies and Research Phone: 615-963-5901

Email:

Website: http:/www.tnstate.edu/interior.asp?mid=1476&ptd=1

·  Department of Financial Aid Phone: 615-963-5701

Website: http:/www.tnstate.edu/interior.asp?mid=69

TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY

DEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Document Submission Specifics

·  All OT application materials are now submitted via OTCAS. All forms in our application packet, (Supplement, professional recommendations, GRE scores, transcripts, and documented observation hours) are to be uploaded there.

Note: no materials are sent to the MOT program directly.

1.  To the TSU Graduate School: 330 10th Ave. North,, Nashville, TN 37203 (615) 963-7371

TSU Graduate School Application
Graduate School Application Fee ($35)
Official GRE scores from ETS

2.  To OTCAS

MOT Application Supplement
All letters of Recommendation
Observation Hours Verification
Official Transcripts (send directly from your school(s) to OTCAS)

1.  To Student Health Services: Queen Washington Health Center P.O. Box 9528, Nashville, TN 37209

Health Service Forms
http://www.tnstate.edu/interior.asp?mid=703

Tennessee State University

Department of Occupational Therapy

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY APPLICATION SUPPLEMENT

Applicant Name: / Email:
Permanent Address: / Phone contact:

VERIFICATION OF UNDERSTANDING AND INTENTION

·  I understand that withholding information requested in this application or giving false information may make me ineligible for admission to or continuation in the Master of Occupational Therapy program at Tennessee State University.

Initials: ______

·  I understand that I must pay for and complete a criminal background check and drug screening in order to complete the program. I also understand that a felony conviction or positive drug test may affect my ability to sit for the NBCOT Board Exam and or to attain state licensure.

Initials: ______

·  I understand that I need to have earned a bachelor’s degree prior to starting the MOT program. I earned my bachelor’s degree on ______(mo/yr) or will be completing my bachelor’s degree on ______(mo/yr). My current cumulative GPA is ______.

Initials: ______

Academic Preparation: Pre-requisite course completion (6 of 9 must be completed by Feb 15, 2012.)

Program Requirement / Req. credits / Course number
and title / Institution / Term & Year / Grade
General Psychology / 3
Abnormal Psychology / 3
Developmental Psychology
covering the lifespan / 3
Anatomy and Physiology I / 4
Anatomy and Physiology II / 4
Statistics / 3
Medical Terminology / 1-3
Physics with lab / 4
Introductory course in sociology or anthropology / 3

For any missing classes, please indicate your plan for completing:

Applicant signature: / Date:

Tennessee State University

Department of Occupational Therapy

DOCUMENTATION OF OBSERVATION HOURS

Applicant name: / Applicant email:

·  Applicant:

Print your name and email. Give this form to your supervising OT practitioner.

·  Clinical Supervisor:

This form will document the observation hours required for consideration for admission to TSU’s Master of OT program. Please mail the completed form directly to:

Department of Occupational Therapy

P.O. Box 9515

Tennessee State University

3500 John Merritt Blvd.

Nashville, TN 37209-1561

Name of Supervising OT / Facility and Address
Type of facility
Brief description of duties / Total hours
Observation date / Number of hours / Supervisor’s initials
Total:
Supervisor’s signature (required):

*Applicants copy this form as needed*

Tennessee State University

Department of Occupational Therapy

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE FORM

Applicant name: Applicant email:

Evaluator Information

Name: / Address:
Phone:
Email:
How long have you known the applicant?
In what capacity or context have you interacted with the applicant?

DIRECTIONS:

Choose at least 6 of the suggested areas below that you think represents the strengths of the applicant and give brief examples of how you have seen those qualities demonstrated.

Please use an attachment to provide your comments regarding these areas.

Professionalism / Practice
o  Is a natural leader. Promotes idea generation and implementation in a way that stimulates healthy change / o  Manages interactions with consistent intent to promote well-being for all concerned
o  Has accurate view of own strengths and weaknesses and realistic strategies for managing weaker areas / o  Focuses on goals
o  Assumes responsibility for self, even under pressure
o  Has a clear understanding of occupational therapy as distinguished from other healthcare providers including physical therapy, nursing, etc. / o  Values and respects differences
o  Uses reflection as a tool for solving problems creatively
o  Motivated to research and learn

Signature (required): Date:

*Applicants copy this form as needed*