Duration: 4 years + 6 Months Internship
Occupational therapy is the branch of science that deals with curing and rehabilitating the physically, emotionally and mentally disabled and challenged people. It focuses on adapting the environment according to the patient, and teaching and educating them in the necessary skills needed in performing daily activities.
Opportunities
BOT trains students to become skilled professional occupational therapists, capable of undertaking independent/supervised practice. There are several opportunities after pursuing a Bachelor of Occupational. The candidates after completion of the course are hired in Rehabilitation Centers, Multi-Specialty Hospitals, Private Practice/Private clinics, Mental Hospitals, Geriatric homes/ Old age Homes, and many more, as Occupational therapists, Occupational Therapy Nurses, etc. there are many opportunities for occupational therapists outside India as well. OTs can go for any medical facilities or sports franchise.
Admission criteria:
Two year Pre University examination/10+2 or equivalent as recognized by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as principal subjects of study. OR The vocational higher secondary education courses conducted by Vocational Higher Secondary Education, Govt. of Kerala with five subjects including Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English in addition to vocational subjects conducted is considered equivalent to plus TWO examinations of GOK- Pre University Course. OR Lateral entry to second year for allied health science courses for candidates who have passed diploma program from the Govt. Boards and recognized by RGUHS.
The selection of students to will be based on merit provided that:
In case of admission on the basis of qualifying examination, a candidate for admission must have passed individually in the subjects of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English and must have obtained not less than 45% marks taken together in Physics, Chemistry and Biology in the qualifying examination.
In respect of candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes or Category I, the marks obtained in Physics, Chemistry and Biology together in qualifying examination is not less than 40%.
Minimum Age:
A candidate seeking admission to Bachelor of Physiotherapy course should have completed 17 years of age, as on 31st December of the year of admission.
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
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Principal’s Message:
Greetings,
‘Dedication to education’ – Education empowers students’ future and enlarges the horizon of their mind. It energizes a society with respect. The acquisition of knowledge and skills, building character and employability of young talent, are the prime roles of the teacher. Thus teaching is not just transmitting knowledge, it is more significantly, forming and transforming young minds and In this aspect I am blessed and proud to work as Dean of HCIAHS.
The institution was established in the year 2020 and since the inception of the college I have been an integral part in its development and sustenance. Under the apt guidance of the management and the dedicated work of the faculties, HCIAHS has become one of the most sought out institutes because we believe in delivering quality medical education at under graduate level in the state. The college facilitates AHS courses, consisting of various departments such as Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Bachelor of Medical Imaging technology and Bachelor of Medical Laboratory technology. All our courses are recognized by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka.
I would like to make a special mention that our college is the first in Karnataka to have started Bachelor of Occupational therapy course with affiliation of RGUHS.
As the head of the institution, my aspiration is to work for the success of students and the institution. Our institute accommodates excellent teaching faculties, infrastructure, staff support systems, prime teaching and learning environment for all round progress of our students. Our college cares for the individual development of each and every student. We focus on the progressive growth and quality in all academic activities with a dedication and zest to meet the expectations of the students, parents and society as a whole. The bona fide concern of our institution is to ensure students professional growth along with intellectual excellence.
I feel proud to be a part of such an excellent institute, which is shaping the future of young minds not only to be good professionals but also good citizens for the betterment of Country.
I wish the best of fortune, and prosperity to all the students and stakeholders.