Exceptionally Prepared Entry Level Masters Occupational Therapy Practitioners-Educating practitioners who are able to engage in reflective practice based on clinical reasoning; who have a solid foundation of skills & knowledge; who demonstrate a thorough understanding of research and its relations to evidence based practice; and who value the ethos of professionalism and the ethic of life-long learning.

Human Occupation- Emphasizing the understanding of human occupations across cultures and as they relate tot eh therapeutic process and healthy well being. OT courses bridge the understanding gap between occupational performance and liberal arts learning through case studies, discussion, and active learning.

Occupational Justice- Emphasizing the right of all individuals to maintain a healthy balance of meaningful occupations. This involves helping others to participate in meaningful and balanced occupations through service learning and community involvement.

Globally Aware Students- Emphasizing the need for multi-cultural awareness and international understanding as a prerequisite for occupational therapy practice. International and service experiences enable our students to interact effectively in culturally diverse practice settings. Service learning and civic engagement are valued components for our program.

Liberal Arts Foundation- Emphasizing the role of the liberal arts education in developing personal character, critical thinking, ethical problem solving and communication. Occupational therapy at E-town has a proud tradition educating students for a professional discipline in a liberal arts environment.