Embark on a transformative journey with Creighton University's groundbreaking Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree, offered in collaboration with Regis University for more than ten years. In the vast expanse of the Rocky Mountain region, there's a critical shortage of occupational therapists. Creighton and Regis aim to address this gap by cultivating a generation of compassionate and skilled practitioners. Picture yourself at the forefront of change, filling vital roles in rural communities, working with the elderly, or in school settings — places where your expertise will make a profound difference.
Occupational therapy is not just a profession; it's a calling to empower people of all ages to embrace life to the fullest. Whether it's guiding children with disabilities towards full participation, aiding individuals on the road to recovery, or supporting older adults through physical and cognitive changes, our program equips you to be a catalyst for positive transformation.
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Program Format
Distance hybrid format that includes on-campus, face-to-face components and online courses.
Credits for Completion
123 credit hours
Unique Partnership
The first-ever partnership of its kind among Jesuit universities
The Regis-Creighton 3+3 Bachelor’s to OTD program pairs a Regis bachelor's degree in health and exercise science, neuroscience or psychology with a Doctor of Occupational Therapy from Creighton University, one of the nation's most respected leaders in occupational therapy education, giving ambitious students a quicker, more affordable route to a meaningful career.
Work with children of all ages to support physical and cognitive development, helping them participate fully in the activities, relationships and daily routines that matter most.
Partner with students who have disabilities and learning differences, creating strategies that help them thrive in the classroom and engage fully in school and community life.
Provide specialized care across the continuum of maternal and infant health, from prenatal support to neonatal intensive care, helping families build a strong foundation for healthy growth and development.
Help older adults maintain independence and quality of life by applying innovative approaches to address age-related physical and cognitive changes and support active, engaged aging.
Develop advanced assessment and rehabilitation skills to help individuals recover from injury, surgery or chronic conditions and return to the work, hobbies and daily activities they value most.
Help individuals reclaim independence and function following stroke, traumatic brain injury or progressive neurological conditions, applying evidence-based interventions and personalized rehabilitation strategies that restore meaningful participation in daily life.
Complete your degree with a full-time, eight-semester hybrid program that combines online lectures and exams with on-campus face-to-face labs, all taught and administered by Creighton University faculty and occupational therapy practitioners in Colorado.
Access two Regis locations for hands-on learning: the Interprofessional Health Site at Thornton for labs and the Northwest Denver Campus for anatomy labs, simulation center experiences and service learning.
Gain real-world experience through fieldwork education rotations and clinical placements coordinated by the Office of Clinical Education at Creighton University, with opportunities for nationwide and global experiences that expand your perspective and skill set.
Students interested in the Occupational Therapy pathway through Creighton University apply directly to Creighton using OTCAS. Admission at Creighton University operates on a rolling basis, meaning that qualified applicants are invited to interview and admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. The Creighton-Regis pathway program enrolls up to 32 students each fall, so we encourage you to apply early for your best chance of admission.
Student tuition and fees are determined by Creighton University. Visit the Creighton website for more information about cost per credit hour, associated fees and financial aid.
The entry-level program in Occupational Therapy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA) located at:
7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 510E
Bethesda, MD 20814
Email: accred@aota.org
Phone: 301.652.AOTA
More information on ACOTE can be found at www.acoteonline.org.
The Creighton entry-level program is accredited until the 2031-2032 academic year.
The Creighton-Regis OTD Pathway is housed within the School of Rehabilitative and Health Sciences within the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions.