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Information for our prospective students is available from our Admissions Office. The Admissions Counselor, (702) 777-4748, and the Director of Admissions, are available to answer and respond to student inquiries Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time. Students can inquire via email to admissionsnv@touro.edu.
IMPORTANT NEW UPDATE!! -- Touro University Nevada has recently been approved for funding through the Veteran's Administration. If you are a veteran, contact the Director of Financial Aid at 702-777-1755 to inquire!
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HOW TO APPLY TO THE SCHOOL OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Admission Requirements and Prerequisites
The following instructions will prepare you for the process of admission to the School of Occupational Therapy at Touro University Nevada. At any time during the process you may check on your status as an applicant. This web page will provide you with information you will need to apply to the program. If you have specific questions for us, refer to the contact information listed on this page.
Applications Process
The following are components of the Application Packet available to you in paper format via request to the Admissions Office (702-777-1750), or through download from this site:
Welcome Letter from the Director
Application Form and Technical Standards
Application Form
Admission Requirements for Students Seeking Admission in 2009
2009 Admission Requirements
Admission Process for Students Seeking Admission in 2009
2009 Admission Process
Student Experience Documentation Form
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Essential Functions of the Occupational Therapy Student and Practitioner
Essential Functions of the Occupational Therapy Student and Practitioner
Directions to Touro University Nevada (pdf)
Directions to Touro University Nevada
As you click on each link, please print the document that is displayed, complete them and mail them to:
Admissions Counselor
Student Affairs Offices
Touro University Nevada
874 American Pacific Drive
Henderson, NV 89014
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Touro University Nevada employs an admissions cycle that begins in July of each year as outlined on the document listed above titled Admission Process for Students Seeking Admission in 2009 for the Master’s of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) educational program. Following the review of the completed application by the Admissions Committee, eligible candidates will be invited to attend a personal interview with members of the committee. Neither submission of an application for admission nor eligibility for an interview guarantees acceptance into the program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
• A non-refundable application fee in the amount of $50.00 must accompany your application. Please make check or money order payable to Touro University Nevada. An application received without the fee will be returned unprocessed. All application materials should be mailed to: Touro University Nevada, Attn. MSOT Admissions, 874 American Pacific Drive, Henderson, NV 89014.
• Two letters of recommendation are required. Original letters or copies of original letters mailed directly to Touro University Nevada are accepted. Letters must be from an occupational therapy clinician. Letters should be dated within one year. Please do not include letters from relatives.
• Official transcripts from all post secondary educational institutions are required and should be forwarded directly to Touro University Nevada. Unofficial copies of transcripts may be submitted for review by the Admissions Committee to determine interview eligibility but, if accepted, official copies will be required prior to the start of classes.
• Only complete applications which are signed by the applicant will be considered.
• Direct questions regarding your application status to the Touro University Nevada Office of Admissions. Inquiries regarding status of your application may be made via telephone at (702)777-4748 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (PST) but preference will be given to e-mail inquiries at gladys.easterling@tun.touro.edu.
• Please make sure to identify yourself as an applicant to the MSOT program on all correspondence, voice mail, and e-mail. Ensure that your letters of recommendation and transcripts are identified in the same manner.
Criteria for Successful Completion of the Master’s of Occupational Therapy Degree
Students must complete all semesters and the Level II fieldwork placement which includes two separate 12-week consecutive sessions of Level II fieldwork placements within 24 months of completion of the didactic course work. Upon successful completion of all didactic course work and all fieldwork assignments, the student will be awarded a Master’s of Science in Occupational Therapy, and will then be qualified to sit for the NBCOT examination. Requirement to practice in the United States as an occupational therapist include passing the NBCOT examination and meeting the practice requirements of the state within which the student intends to practice. The student must be aware that a felony conviction may affect the graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure.
Health Clearances
Specific documentation is required throughout the duration of educational program at Touro University Nevada to verify a student’s preparedness for working with the expected client/patient population. Students will need to verify acquisition of health insurance coverage. Students will need to produce a document that will prove they have secured the required immunizations and vaccinations (measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria/tetanus/oral, polio, hepatitis B), received a negative test for Tuberculosis. In addition, students will need to complete CPR training and First Aid training which will be provided as part of the Entry-Level Master's Degree program, and the student must maintain up-to-date certification. Students will be provided with training in how to cope with exposure to bloodborne pathogens, and the legal stipulations required by the HIPAA law.
Technical Standards
The application process will include completion of the form: Technical Standards for the Occupational Therapy Student. The student will verify they are capable of the essential functions required for appropriate learning and function as an occupational therapist once the educational program is completed.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Admissions Counselor Phone: 702-777-4748; Email: gladys.easterling@tun.touro.edu
Admissions Director Phone: 702-777-1751; Email: roger.corbman@tun.touro.edu
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Financial Aid
Question: What do I need to do to get financial aid?
Answer: You can apply for financial aid by completing a FAFSA form. FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. You can do this by going to the web at www.fafsa.ed.gov. When completing the FAFSA, you’ll need your federal tax return (if you filed). Also, be sure to use the 010142-25 school code.
Question: How much will I be eligible for and when will I receive it?
Answer: When awarding financial aid, we create a financial aid budget or cost of attendance. The budget includes tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, personal and miscellaneous expenses and travel costs (to and from school). Financial Aid is available to meet a documented need up to the budget allowance.
Question: Do I have to include my parent’s tax information on the FAFSA?
Answer: When completing the FAFSA, questions are asked to determine your dependency status. If you are considered independent you do not have to include your parent’s tax information.
Question: How do I apply for the alternative loan?
Answer: For the alternative loan, students apply on-line through one of our preferred lenders. A credit check will be done by the lender. Once the loan is approved, a school certification is completed, then the funds are disbursed.
Question: What are the interest rates for the loans?
Answer: The Stafford loan rates are currently 3.46%. They change each July 1st. The alternative loan rates change each year and are tied to the Prime rate. The current interest rate for alternative loans is approximately 5%.
Question: Can my previous Stafford loans be deferred? When do I have to start repaying my student loans?
Answer: Once you start school, your previous Stafford loans can be put in deferment. Contact the holder of your Stafford loans and tell them you are returning to school. They will give you the information for putting your loans back into deferment.
Question: Will I be eligible for Pell Grants? What about scholarships?
Answer: Students enrolled in graduate programs are not eligible for Pell Grants programs. Occasionally, there are scholarships available from a variety of sources. Fastweb.com is a good source for various scholarship opportunities.
Question: Who do I contact if I still have questions?
Answer: Additional questions regarding financial aid for the School of Occupational Therapy at Touro University Nevada may be directed to the Director of Financial Aid at 702-777-1755.
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