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Complete Your OT Prerequisites Online

OT master's and doctoral programs require a focused set of science and social-science prerequisites. Complete what OTCAS programs require, self-paced and regionally accredited, with sessions beginning the first of each month.

Will this count for OT school? This course is offered through Upper Iowa University (HLC regionally accredited). Most ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy programs accept regionally accredited online coursework, while a minority require in-person labs. National/ACE providers like StraighterLine and Sophia are routinely rejected by programs that require regionally accredited credit. Always verify with your specific target programs through the OTCAS directory before enrolling.

The Prerequisites Occupational Therapy Programs Require

ACOTE-accredited OT programs cluster requirements around anatomy & physiology, statistics, and psychology. Requirements vary, so verify via the OTCAS program directory.

PrerequisiteTypically required
Anatomy & Physiology I & IIMost programs
StatisticsMany programs
Abnormal Psychology (PSY 360)Some programs
General Psychology (PSY 190) / Sociology (SOC 110)Some programs

Why Take This Prerequisite Online

Start the 1st of Each Month

New course sessions begin on the first of every month — no semester calendar to wait for. Courses begin the first of each month.

Regionally Accredited

Delivered through Upper Iowa University (HLC). Credit is designed to transfer where ACE/national providers are rejected.

Built for Working Adults

Study around a job, healthcare-experience hours, or a current role, then apply in your target cycle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most ACOTE-accredited OT programs require A&P and statistics; many also require psychology coursework such as abnormal psychology, general psychology, or sociology. Verify via OTCAS.
Yes. Most programs accept regionally accredited online prerequisites. Verify via OTCAS.
Because courses are self-paced and begin the first of each month, you can complete prerequisites faster than a traditional term schedule.

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