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The Pre-Occupational Therapy track is a part of Health and Life Sciences at Geneva College.
This track will earn you a Biology degree.
Geneva College’s Pre-Occupational Therapy (Pre-OT) Track prepares students for graduate study in occupational therapy through a rigorous, Christ-centered curriculum grounded in the sciences and enriched by hands-on experience. With courses in anatomy, physiology, psychology, and human development, students gain a strong academic foundation while exploring the biblical call to serve others with compassion and purpose.
Develop the knowledge, skills, and character to care for others with excellence and compassion
Pursue Your Purpose
Customize your academic path to meet occupational therapy program requirements while developing a deep understanding of anatomy, physiology, psychology, and human development
Build a Strong Foundation
Gain confidence for OT school through rigorous courses in biology, kinesiology, neuroscience, and behavioral science—taught through the lens of Christian faith
Pre-Professional Exam
Prepare for graduate-level entrance exams like the GRE with faculty mentorship, targeted coursework, and structured advising that strengthen both scientific understanding and critical thinking
Key Courses
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Students explore the major organ systems—including skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems
Genetics
Learn about gene inheritance, expression, and the relationship between genetics and diseases
Molecular Biology
Step into the lab and study topics like biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, and more
Biomedical Ethics
Evaluate worldviews through a Christian perspective, and apply Biblical principles to issues within health care
Pre-occupational therapy students will be better prepared to serve God and neighbor as:
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Occupational therapists who reflect the image of God by restoring dignity, independence, and purpose to individuals across diverse abilities and life stages
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Compassionate caregivers and advocates who approach therapy through the lens of Christian service, whole-person wellness, and human flourishing
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Community leaders and medical missionaries who serve with humility in underserved or vulnerable populations, guided by biblical compassion and justice
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Clinicians who recognize the body as fearfully and wonderfully made (Ps. 139:14), affirming the spiritual and physical value of every person
Students in the Pre-OT Track will be equipped to:
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Demonstrate foundational knowledge in anatomy, physiology, psychology, and human development required for entrance into graduate-level OT programs
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Integrate a biblical worldview with clinical preparation, approaching healthcare with ethical discernment, humility, and Christ-centered service
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Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals across a variety of settings
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Engage in observation, shadowing, or service experiences that develop practical understanding of occupational therapy practices
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Reflect on vocation and calling, discerning how to faithfully serve God and neighbor through the field of occupational therapy
Career Outcomes
Graduates who aspire to have an impact in their communities and their careers through a Geneva Education gain expertise in this field enhanced by academics rooted in Christian values and ethics in Geneva’s program.
100%
100% of students with a biology degree were employed or in graduate school within 6 months of graduation
$98,342
The national median salary for Occupational Therapists is $98,342
“Throughout my time as a Geneva student, I have been encouraged to look at my future career not only as a job but as a calling that God himself has created me to fulfill.” Rebecca, graduate
Begin preparation for careers such as...
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Occupational Therapist
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Pediatric Occupational Therapist
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Geriatric or Neurological Rehabilitation Specialist
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School-Based or Community-Based OT
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Assistive Technology Specialist
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OT Researcher or Educator
Further your impact...
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Pursue a master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy at top-tier graduate schools
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Serve others through global or domestic rehabilitation and outreach ministries
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Lead with compassion and integrity in clinical settings, public health, or occupational therapy education
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