DOCTORAL

Doctor of Occupational Therapy (Post-Professional) · pOTD

Online | 5 Tracks | 16 Months

Program Testimonials

Real Stories. Real Impact.

At Rocky Mountain University, our students are more than learners—they’re professionals driven to advance the field of occupational therapy. Our Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (pOTD) program is designed to support that mission through flexibility, expert instruction, and real-world application.

But don’t just take our word for it. Hear directly from pOTD graduates who’ve experienced the academic rigor, expert guidance, and professional growth that define our program.

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I appreciated the blended learning model...

“I appreciated the blended learning educational model where the students met during the semesters bringing the personal connection to the educational experience. The blended learning approach combining online and in-person learning closely resembles how healthcare operations are carried out in this digital age of information sharing.” –Dr. Jim Burns

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The professors are of the highest caliber.

“The professors are clinically and academically of the highest caliber. The course content is thorough and provides you with lifelong skills to enhance the OT profession. Support and guidance are provided consistently during the program to assist students in reaching graduation.”
–Dr. Meredith Charney 

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...the perfect balance of convenience and quality.

“I chose the post-professional OTD program at RMU because it offered the perfect balance of convenience and quality. As a working occupational therapist, I needed a program that would complement my professional schedule, and RMU delivered. The flexibility of the coursework allowed me to stay engaged in my professional and personal life while advancing my education.”
Dr. Lyndsay Fait 

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One of the best decisions I made for my career...

“Choosing the Post-Professional OTD program at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions was one of the best decisions I made for my career and personal growth as an occupational therapist. I was drawn to RMU because of its reputation for academic excellence, its emphasis on leadership in OT, and the flexibility of the program—which allowed me to balance my studies with full-time work.”  –Dr. Devonte D. Grinstead 

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I liked the self-pace of the program...

“Completing the pOTD was instrumental with where I am today. I liked the self-pace of the program which allowed me to work and complete the program.” Dr. Vicky Vu 

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I made lifelong friends and colleagues...

“The diversity of students and faculty was by far the best part of the process of getting my pOTD degree at RMU. I made lifelong friends and colleagues during the 18 months of my time in the program.” – Dr. Kimberly Lloyd 
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I highly recommend RMU's pOTD program...

“I highly recommend RMU’s pOTD program to anyone interested in immersing themselves in studying occupational therapy at a post-graduate level, for its academic rigor and relevance.” –Dr. Lindsey Trott