Welcome to UF OT!
Welcome to the department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Florida. Housed within the College of Public Health and Health Professions, we lead research innovations, present thriving and varied educational programs, embrace a clinician–scientist model, and serve the occupational needs of people, organizations and populations.
Fast Facts
1st Public university in Florida to offer OTD program, and nationally to offer BHS-OTD & CDRT programs
100% Pass rate for our graduates on the NBCOT exam over multiple consecutive years
5th Our graduate program ranking among public AAU universities
10 Faculty members who are on the AOTA Roster of Fellows or inducted into the AOTF’s Academy of Research
Our Programs
OTD
Doctor of Occupational Therapy
For students holding a bachelor’s degree seeking an entry-level professional OT degree.
BHS-OTD
Occupational Therapy Combined Program
For undergraduate students applying to the Bachelor of Health Science program at the University. of Florida
RSD
Rehabilitation Science, PhD
For students interested in a career in rehabilitation science.
DRT
Professional Certificate in Driver Rehabilitation Therapy
For licensed health care professionals with at least a bachelor’s degree.
CEU
Continuing Education Online Program
Learn from experts in the field, University of Florida faculty, with unlimited access to all online CEU courses.
Recent News
Recent UF grad transforms women’s pelvic care in Jacksonville, raises awareness statewide
Through her capstone work Paige Gibson increased both understanding of OT’s role in pelvic care and the number of OT consults for UF Health Jacksonville patients.
MBI Accelerator Program awards $1.1M across 23 new research projects
Projects led by PHHP faculty are among the two dozen neuroscience projects to receive seed funding.
Becky Piazza selected as National Academies of Practice Distinguished Fellow
The honor recognizes Piazza’s outstanding achievements and leadership in both the occupational therapy profession and interprofessional care.
Faculty, students, alumni represent UF at Florida Occupational Therapy Association conference
The event provided opportunities for faculty, students and alumni to inspire future OT practitioners and highlight the impact of their programs on the community.
In the Spotlight
Assistant Professor And Director Of Sensory Development Lab
Stefanie Bodison, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Dr. Stefanie Bodison, joined the UF Occupational Therapy department as an Assistant Professor in 2021. She is an active member of the American Occupational Therapy Association and serves as an associate editor for the American Journal of Occupational Therapy.
Quarterly Progress Notes From Our Chair
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Summer 2024 Issue
Welcome to the Fall Semester to all of our colleagues, faculty, staff, students and friends! The UF OT Department has had an active 2023-2024…
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Winter 2023 Issue
We are delighted to share the last of 2023 UF Department of Occupational Therapy newsletter with you. Here you can read about the significant…
OCTOBER 9, 2023
Fall 2023 Issue
Welcome to the Fall 2023 issue of the UF OT newsletter! We are happy to provide you with an update and overview of some of the accomplishments and…
Alumni & Giving
We are proud of our amazing alumni!
Dr. Stefanie Bodison, joined the UF Occupational Therapy department as an Assistant Professor in 2021. She is an active member of the American Occupational Therapy Association and serves as an associate editor for the American Journal of Occupational Therapy.
Department Calendar
College Calendar
Upcoming Events
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Feb 07
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I-DAPT PhD Student Roundtable
12:00pm to 1:00pm
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Mar 07
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I-DAPT Seminar Series #2
All Day
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May 16
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I-DAPT Seminar Series #3
All Day
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LIVE VIRTUAL ONLINE EVENT
Sandra Edwards Colloquium 2025
Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025
Innovations For Occupational Therapy Research and Practice: AI, Robotics, and Autonomous Technology Earn up to 4 CEUs for Florida OT practitioners. Keynote Speaker: Ganesh M. Babulal, PhD, OTD, MSCI, MOT Associate Professor, Department of Neurology, Knight Alzheimer Disease Research Center, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri This colloquium is open to the public. Attendees can request accommodations or special needs on the registration page in the Comments section. *Regular rate is $40 after Sunday, December 15, 2024.
Chair’s Message
Welcome from our chair
Dr. Sherrilene Classen
Dr. Stefanie Bodison, joined the UF Occupational Therapy department as an Assistant Professor in 2021. She is an active member of the American Occupational Therapy Association and serves as an associate editor for the American Journal of Occupational Therapy.
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