Our Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) Degree Apprenticeship allows you to study for a degree, while working and earning a wage. Youll play a key role in helping to improve peoples health, wellbeing and quality of life.

You will receive an outstanding learning experience on our innovative Degree Apprenticeship programme. Occupational Therapy is an exciting and varied career. You will help people every day, making them more independent and improving their lives.

You will combine academic studies with practical placements. This will give you the skills, knowledge, and attributes needed to register as an occupational therapist with the Health and Care Professions Council.

Experienced occupational therapists will support you during your placements. You will work in at least four different practice settings. The course also includes learning away from the job to develop and enhance your skills.

You will be part of the Occupational Therapy community at the university. This will give you opportunities for collaborative learning and interprofessional experiences.

Why study with us

• Earn a degree whilst being paid to train through your employer.
• Improve your professional and clinical skills in real workplace settings.
• Learn from experienced occupational therapists for a complete, practical learning experience.

Why choose a Degree Apprenticeship?

With a Degree Apprenticeship you get a great qualification and a career boost. Its the perfect opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge through work-based learning, as you earn a wage.

Youll grow and nurture your talent through the forward-thinking businesses we collaborate with to offer a Degree Apprenticeship.

Who is this course for?

The course is for learners who have and interest in becoming a Registered Occupational Therapist. An Occupational Therapist works with people of all ages, looking at all aspects of their daily life (home, workplace, school). Occupational Therapists treat and manage a wide variety of conditions and needs.

Future careers

Once you have completed your degree apprenticeship, most students take up a role as a registered Occupational Therapist at their employing organisation.

You will also be able to apply for roles in a variety of settings. These include hospitals, GP practices, residential homes, social services, charities, schools and prisons. You can progress within the profession to work in specialist, advanced and leadership roles.

The variety of work is one of the most exciting things about being an occupational therapist. You will work in multi-disciplinary teams in a range of settings, as well as seeing individual needs and conditions.