Studying pre-occupational therapy at USI provides hands-on practice to help patients with developmental or cognitive disabilities perform everyday tasks independently. The program focuses on improving daily living skills and offers opportunities to design exercise programs for healthy individuals, those with disabilities, and athletes through community partnerships.
The exercise science major with the pre-OT concentration’s curriculum aligns with graduate OT program requirements at USI and other programs across the Tri-state and equips you with essential skills. The Kinesiology and Sport Department features small class sizes and state-of-the-art equipment, such as Alter-G Anti-gravity treadmills, EKGs, various training and body composition equipment, and more. With dedicated faculty and excellent lab facilities, you’ll gain the knowledge and experience needed to succeed in your field.
To apply to the University of Southern Indiana (USI) for undergraduate enrollment:
Once USI has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.
Upon acceptance to USI, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.
Pre-OT students who major in exercise science at USI are the majority (~70%) of the students who are accepted into the USI occupational therapy graduate program, which comprises of 30 people per year. As an occupational therapist, you'll be able to work for hospitals, schools, daycare facilities, assisted living centers, nursing homes, workplaces and private practices.
*income information provided by O*NET Online. Occupation opportunities vary by region and experience.
The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.
The Exercise Science program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of Committee on Accreditation for the Exercise Sciences.
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
25400 US Highway 19 North, Suite 158
Clearwater, FL 33763
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