Bachelor of Science in

Occupational Therapy

Each year, approximately 45 students complete the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy degree (BOT) offered by the School of Occupational Therapy of Hadassah and the Hebrew University. This fascinating three-and-a-half year program trains occupational therapists for clinical work throughout Israel.

The BOT program emphasizes various fields of study. The study of occupational therapy and occupational science focuses on treatment principles and methods, evaluation processes and the use of technology in our profession. An emphasis on medical sciences provides the student with fundamental knowledge in areas such as anatomy, physiology, neurology and orthopedics, essential to the practice of occupational therapy. Courses in social and behavioral sciences, which emphasize a deeper understanding of the emotional and behavioral facets of the individual, enable an increased ability to form a meaningful client-therapist relationship. The study of statistics and research methods provides tools for students to participate in theory and research seminars, encouraging students to develop critical and methodical thinking techniques. 

Theoretical studies are balanced with hands-on clinical training in treatment settings throughout the country, preparing our occupational therapists for work in an exciting and developing field in Israel and throughout the world.

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