Occupational therapists are qualified health professionals who are skilled in a number of areas, including physical health, mental health, rehabilitation, pain management, driving assessments and paediatrics. Our program focuses on contemporary occupational therapy practice and is based on real-life scenarios and cases. It takes four years full-time to complete and covers a variety of topics. Some subjects are delivered with other health professional students so you will have an inter-professional experience, which will increase your employability upon graduation.
You’ll play a key role in helping clients by providing guidance and the physical skills required to modify and undertake daily tasks. You’ll also be key in helping people achieve participation in recreational/leisure activities that are important factors in enabling them to enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.
Rural Australians have less access to occupational therapists than Australians who live in cities and the demand for qualified occupational therapists continues to grow. This program is designed to help to fill this gap, while providing you with rewarding career opportunities.
Occupational therapists are employed in public and private hospitals, medical rehabilitation centres, community health centres, home care services, aged care facilities, psychiatric clinics, hostels and hospitals, vocational rehabilitation centres, schools and educational facilities, independent living/respite centres and private practice. Occupational therapists work with people across the lifespan, in injury prevention and management and with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Sample structures are just one example of the many options available within your chosen course. Please contact FedUni for further information on available options.
Please note this is a sample structure only and is not to be used for enrolment purposes. To enrol, please refer to the information provided to you by FedUni for your individual program structure or view our enrolment information page.
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VTAC application: No
Direct application: Yes
Federation University code: OT8
A study score of 40 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points.
Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Schemes (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application.
This course uses the applicants’ entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Compulsory: Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study', or successful completion of a tertiary preparatory program such as the FedUni Foundation Access Studies Program (FAST).
This course uses the applicants’ entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Compulsory: Successful completion of a relevant Vocational education and training (VET) qualification at Certificate III or higher.
This course uses the applicants’ entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Compulsory: Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies should include a personal statement detailing all relevant experience to strengthen their application.
Compulsory: Applicants must complete and submit a supplementary application form. The online form can be accessed from here.
Fees are subject to change annually.
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) indicative annual fee
As a Commonwealth Supported Place student, you may be eligible to defer payment of your student contribution through the HECS-HELP loan scheme. Please visit our HECS-HELP webpage for further information.
Other feesYou may need to pay some other fees such as the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
If what you have learned at work, from other courses, from life experience or training provided at work is relevant to this course, you may be entitled to gain subject credits or exemptions. For further details contact FedUni on 1800 333 864.
Candidates seeking alternate entry to this course can consider the below options:
| Defined TAFE pathway |
A defined TAFE pathway program exists for this degree. Please note that additional essential requirements for admission may apply following completion of this pathway.
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| Other TAFE studies |
Apply for a relevant TAFE course, at any TAFE provider, and then apply to articulate into this program. You may receive credit for TAFE studies undertaken, which will be individually assessed upon request, after you enrol in your bachelor level course.
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| Bridging programs |
A bridging program can provide an excellent foundation to build upon in your bachelor degree studies:
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Credit will be considered if you have successfully completed higher education or TAFE studies relevant to this degree. Advanced standing will be determined on an individual basis, depending on your eligibility for credit transfer, prior experience and qualifications.
Subject to accreditation by Australian Occupational Therapy Council (OTC)
A range of student services are available at most campuses. For further information on these services or for course information, please contact us on 1800 333 864.
The commencement of all programs is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
All information contained in this program overview including the availability of programs and fees, is correct at the time of being published, however the University reserves the right to alter any program, procedure or fee. Students should check for any amendment prior to enrolment.
CRICOS Provider No.00103D.
Please note: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
National RTO Code: 4909.
Dr. Sara Brito