A route to explore · Ontario

I already have a degree and want to become an occupational therapist. Where could I begin?

Explore occupational therapy after a degree in another subject

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Your starting point

Compare your degree and applicant category with the University of Toronto's MScOT admission requirements.

A pathway helps you explore. It does not decide eligibility or guarantee admission, funding, licensing or work. Each program has its own checked date.

01 / Start with your situation

Your first steps

Compare your degree and applicant category with the University of Toronto's MScOT admission requirements.
Ask admissions how your international transcript is assessed, and confirm supplementary requirements and the current deadline.
Request a full tuition, placement and living-cost budget, then ask financial aid to assess the exact program and your circumstances.

02 / Compare real options

Programs and organizations to explore

Open a program to see requirements, costs, funding and the official starting point.

University of Toronto — Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MScOT) →

A professional entry-to-practice master's with academic and fieldwork education for a new career in occupational therapy.

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Requirements, funding and where to start →

03 / Check affordability

Possible funding

These are leads to assess individually. Loans must be repaid, and grants have conditions.

Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) →

Eligible study costs, with living and dependent-care costs considered where applicable.

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Requirements, funding and where to start →

04 / Before you commit

Important distinctions

This is an entry-to-practice degree for a new profession. Internationally qualified occupational therapists should investigate recognition first.
Admission requires Canadian citizenship or permanent residence; international-student status alone does not qualify. Admission is competitive, and graduation, examination and registration remain separate. OSAP requires assessment.