JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research Mysore
- University
- Co - Education
- ESTD 2008
- Medicine
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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT)
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT)
Course
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy trains students and helps them become skilled professional occupational therapists, capable of undertaking independent/supervised practice. Key skills drilled into students during BOT course are- observation, clinical reasoning, treatment planning and implementation of the plan.
Eligibility
Science stream Biology Group (PCB subjects) students, who have passed 12th Science board examination from a recognized board are eligible to pursue this course. Candidate must also have scored a minimum score of 50% marks in PCB subjects (most institutes do have minimum marks criteria).
Duration
The course lasts for a period of 4½ years. Academic program is 4 years long. 6 months are dedicated towards internship.
Higher Studies
Post Graduation after B.O.T
After securing B.O.T. degree, aspirants can pursue post graduation with M.O.T. in various fields like
- M.O.T. in Development Disabilities
- M.O.T. in Hand and Musculoskeletal Conditions
- M.O.T. in Neuro – rehabilitation
- M.O.T. in Mental Health and Psychosocial Rehabilitation.
Apart form this, they can also pursue non medical course like
- MBA in Hospital Management
- MBA in Health Care Management
- Master in Public Health
Career Opportunities
- Occupational Therapist
- Rehabilitation Specialist
- OT Consultant
- OT Nurse
- Instructor/Teacher
- Social Worker
- Marketer (supporting equipment/devices)
