Advance your career with an innovative online program built by the University of Montana and Rehab Essentials.

Internationally Licensed MS to OTD
Designed with You in Mind
Maintain balance between life, work, and school and earn your online post professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (ppOTD) degree from the University of Montana powered by Rehab Essentials. The innovative, world-class curriculum is taught by the best and brightest faculty. The contemporary 100% online format engages you from virtually anywhere, when you are ready, on your schedule and at your pace. And all with a budget friendly tuition.  Plus, the University of Montana is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). You have 24/7 online access to your courses and assignments when you are ready from virtually anywhere. Courses can be viewed and reviewed anytime within the semester. Deadlines and key dates for assignments, quizzes and exams are easily found in the course dashboard to keep you on track.
Be empowered. Move Your Career Forward.

Throughout this post-professional program you will gain advanced critical thinking, professional knowledge, and skills to apply of the science and art of occupational therapy. In just 5 semesters, you can have your post professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree. You will be empowered to move your career forward and be better prepared to become a leader in occupational therapy. The University of Montana ppOTD program provides a critical career advancement pathway for therapists who already have US equivalent MOT or MSOT degree.

World-class professors, just a click away.

The online courses are taught by the best and brightest faculty from all over the United States. As a student, you will have direct access to these expert faculty and to a diverse, experienced peer group. You will become part of a vibrant, collaborative online community.

Benefits
Key Dates
Projected Semester Start Dates*
Spring 2026
December 29, 2025
Summer 2026
April 13, 2026
Fall 2026 Cohort
August 24, 2026
Application & Materials Deadlines
Summer 2026
March 16, 2026
Fall 2026 Cohort
July 27, 2026

*Schedules for future academic semesters are projected for planning purposes. Dates are subject to change without notice and will be confirmed upon acceptance.

Curriculum
MS to OTD
30 Credit, 5 Semester Program.

*The University of Montana, an institution accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), ACOTE does not accredit post professional OTD programs.

Tuition
Intentionally designed to remain one of the most affordable DPT pathways without compromising educational excellence. Tuition is billed per semester with 3–4 payment installments available each term.
$425 per credit
MS to OTD
$12,750*
Application Fee (non refundable)
$85
Graduation Fee (non refundable)
$45
Course Sequence

Choose your Start Month.

Semester 1

Aug - Dec

Total Credits: 6

Semester Tuition: $2,550

Advanced Occupational Therapy Theory, Concepts, and Application 3 CREDITS →
Professional Ethical Reasoning 3 CREDITS →

Semester 2

Jan - Apr

Total Credits: 5

Semester Tuition: $2,125

Evidence-Based Practice Methods and Application 3 CREDITS →
Methods of Evaluation in Occupational Therapy Practice 2 CREDITS →

Semester 3

Apr - Aug

Total Credits: 6

Semester Tuition: $2,550

Outcomes Measurement and Assessment 3 CREDITS →
Prevention, Health, and Disability 3 CREDITS →

Semester 4

Aug - Dec

Total Credits: 7

Semester Tuition: $2,975

Capstone I 2 CREDITS →
Personal Leadership for the Health Professional: Essentials to Transform Practice 3 CREDITS →
Professionalism: The Doctoring Profession 2 CREDITS →

Semester 5

Jan - Apr

Total Credits: 6

Semester Tuition: $2,550

Capstone II 4 CREDITS →
Teaching and Learning: Continuum of Education 2 CREDITS →

Semester 1

Jan - Apr

Total Credits: 6

Semester Tuition: $2,550

Advanced Occupational Therapy Theory, Concepts, and Application 3 CREDITS →
Professional Ethical Reasoning 3 CREDITS →

Semester 2

Apr - Aug

Total Credits: 5

Semester Tuition: $2,125

Evidence-Based Practice Methods and Application 3 CREDITS →
Methods of Evaluation in Occupational Therapy Practice 2 CREDITS →

Semester 3

Aug - Dec

Total Credits: 6

Semester Tuition: $2,550

Outcomes Measurement and Assessment 3 CREDITS →
Prevention, Health, and Disability 3 CREDITS →

Semester 4

Jan - Apr

Total Credits: 7

Semester Tuition: $2,975

Capstone I 2 CREDITS →
Personal Leadership for the Health Professional: Essentials to Transform Practice 3 CREDITS →
Professionalism: The Doctoring Profession 2 CREDITS →

Semester 5

Apr - Aug

Total Credits: 6

Semester Tuition: $2,550

Capstone II 4 CREDITS →
Teaching and Learning: Continuum of Education 2 CREDITS →

Semester 1

Apr - Aug

Total Credits: 6

Semester Tuition: $2,550

Advanced Occupational Therapy Theory, Concepts, and Application 3 CREDITS →
Professional Ethical Reasoning 3 CREDITS →

Semester 2

Aug - Dec

Total Credits: 5

Semester Tuition: $2,125

Evidence-Based Practice Methods and Application 3 CREDITS →
Methods of Evaluation in Occupational Therapy Practice 2 CREDITS →

Semester 3

Jan - Apr

Total Credits: 6

Semester Tuition: $2,550

Outcomes Measurement and Assessment 3 CREDITS →
Prevention, Health, and Disability 3 CREDITS →

Semester 4

Apr - Aug

Total Credits: 7

Semester Tuition: $2,975

Capstone I 2 CREDITS →
Personal Leadership for the Health Professional: Essentials to Transform Practice 3 CREDITS →
Professionalism: The Doctoring Profession 2 CREDITS →

Semester 5

Aug - Dec

Total Credits: 6

Semester Tuition: $2,550

Capstone II 4 CREDITS →
Teaching and Learning: Continuum of Education 2 CREDITS →

Schedules for future academic semesters are projected for planning purposes. Dates are subject to change without notice and will be confirmed upon acceptance.

Requirements
Below are the requirements to be considered for this program. These should be submitted as part of the application process. If you send documents before applying, we may not be able to match them to your file. See the How to Apply section below for more details.
  • Masters in Occupational Therapy Degree or Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy Degree
  • Copy of Occupational Therapy license or diploma
  • Official transcript(s) directly from the university, college, or recognized credentialing body
  • Academic equivalency documentation from Institute of Foreign Credential Services that states your degree is equivalent to a US Masters in OT. Select General Analysis, and have the report sent directly to Rehab Essentials.
  • English proficiency results:
    • Qualifying scores for English proficiency exam taken in the last 2 years:
      • Duolingo English Test: 120 or better
      • TOEFL: 92 or better (internet-based test)
      • IELTS: 6.5 or better
    • Applicants whose OT education was conducted in English may request a waiver of the English proficiency requirement. To do this, your university must send a letter confirming that your OT program was taught in English. This letter should be sent directly to Rehab Essentials, as outlined in the How to Apply section below.

Below are the requirements to be considered for this program. These should be submitted as part of the application process. If you send documents before applying, we may not be able to match them to your file. See the How to Apply section below for more details.

  • Masters in Occupational Therapy Degree or Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy Degree
  • Copy of Occupational Therapy license or diploma
  • Official transcript(s) directly from the university, college, or recognized credentialing body
  • Academic equivalency documentation from Institute of Foreign Credential Services that states your degree is equivalent to a US Masters in OT. Select General Analysis, and have the report sent directly to Rehab Essentials.
  • English proficiency results:
    • Qualifying scores for English proficiency exam taken in the last 2 years:
      • Duolingo English Test: 120 or better
      • TOEFL: 92 or better (internet-based test)
      • IELTS: 6.5 or better
    • Applicants whose OT education was conducted in English may request a waiver of the English proficiency requirement. To do this, your university must send a letter confirming that your OT program was taught in English. This letter should be sent directly to Rehab Essentials, as outlined in the How to Apply section below.
For all applicants seeking a US OT license:
All courses taken through this program are graduate level courses. While the ppOTD coursework can assist toward the fulfillment of the educational requirements toward US licensure, it does not guarantee a US license. All occupational therapists seeking US OT licensure should follow all steps outlined by the NBCOT. Visit https://www.nbcot.org/get-certified/eligibility#international  for more information.
How to Apply

Applying is easy! 

  • Ensure you have an electronic copy of your physical therapy license and your FCCPT/equivalent evaluation report (if required) to upload during the application process.
  • Complete the online application and have official transcripts sent electronically or mailed to the address below:
Rehab Essentials, Inc

ATTN: Admissions Coordinator

1889 Tamarack Lane

Columbia Falls, MT 59912
Email: admissions@rehabessentials.com

All required materials must be received via email or postmarked no later than application deadline noted above in Key Dates. Spots are limited and assigned on a first come, first serve basis.

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