Career pathway

Occupational Therapist

Explore an OT career path from an exercise or movement science bachelor's degree.

Median salary	$98,000
Education	Accredited OT graduate degree and licensure
Additional schooling	2–3 years
Connection to kinesiology	4/5

Kinesiology coursework can support OT graduate preparation, but each program has its own prerequisite and experience requirements. Confirm them directly.

Which degree paths connect to this role?

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