Department of Occupational Therapy and Occupational Science

Student Handbook 2011-2012

II. Combined BS/MS Degree Program Information

E. Graduate Electives

During the graduate portion of the Combined BS/MS Occupational Therapy program, students are required to take 12 units of graduate electives. These may be taken at any time throughout the program, with suggested times listed on the plan of study. Students are encouraged to choose electives that support their professional development goals and anticipated areas of practice. These electives should contribute to their ability to provide high quality occupational therapy services upon graduation and subsequent certification.

The following is a list of acceptable electives; any updates are available from the Director of the Entry-level MS Occupational Therapy program. Students may take any of the pre-approved electives without further review. If a student wishes to take an elective that is not on the pre-approved list, he / she must gain approval from the advisor prior to registering for the class. Only 9 credits at the 500-level are accepted towards graduation for a master’s degree.

Contact the Professional Program Director for a complete list of approved graduate electives offered in other departments at Towson University. Faculty advisers also have access to this list from the department’s office (O) drive.