Occupational Therapy

Scholarships Are Currently Available!

An Occupational Therapist is a healthcare professional who helps people do everyday activities such as getting dressed, cooking, or going to school. They work with individuals who have physical, emotional, or cognitive challenges to live independently and enjoy life. Key traits for an occupational therapist include patience, creativity, and good problem-solving skills. They must be compassionate and good at communicating, as they often work closely with patients and their families to develop personalized treatment plans. This career is rewarding because it allows therapists to make a difference in people’s lives.

Salary Range

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• $69,000 – $114,000/ year
  • Occupational Therapist Salary in Nevada | GovSalaries

Education & Timeframe

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• Start Your Journey: Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, Kinesiology, or a related field Duration: ~4 years
• Advance Your Expertise: Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy Duration: ~2 years
• Gain Experience: Internships or work experience in occupational therapy clinics, hospitals, or rehabilitation centers. Stay current with occupational therapy strategies, patient care best practices, and healthcare protocols.

Scholarship Opportunities

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• The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Nevada Health Workforce Pipeline Grant (NHWPG) will focus on providing funding opportunities that are intended to disseminate financial relief and incentivize individuals to pursue careers in a variety of health-related fields. The expected outcome for these funds is to support and expand the opportunity to increase the number of qualified and competent professionals in the health workforce to improve the overall health of our communities. For more information, please contact Ryan Mills at rmills@health.nv.gov

Academic Institutions

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• Truckee Meadows Community College, Reno:
  • Kinesiology Track, Public Health, AS | TMCC
  • Health Sciences, CoA | Truckee Meadows Community College
• Touro Unversity Nevada, Las Vegas:
  • Doctor of Occupational Therapy – Touro Nevada
• University of Nevada, Reno:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology | University of Nevada, Reno
• University of Nevada, Las Vegas:
  • Department of Brain Health | University of Nevada, Las Vegas
  • Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences | UNLV
  • Occupational Therapy Doctorate | University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Additional Information

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• Occupational Therapy | Healthcare Services in Carson Valley
• Nevada Occupational Therapy License Requirements | Healthcarepathway
• Occupational Therapists: Occupational Outlook Handbook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Career Choices & Growth

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Explore ways to upskill and specialize within this field:

• Other Potential Careers
  • Physical Therapy
  • Speech Pathology and Audiology
  • Applied Behavior Analyst
  • Vocational Habilitation Trainer – DHHS
• Other Career Pathways
  • Allied Health
  • Counseling & Therapy
  • Rehabilitation & Recovery
  • Vocational Habilitation Services – DHHS