What can a PPOTD do for you?

“Transitioning from a full-time clinician to academia, I realized that gaining advanced knowledge and skills would enhance my effectiveness as an educator." – Jesse Ausec, PPOTD

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Online Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate

What can a PPOTD do for you?

At MUSC, we specialize in teaching you how to teach. 

Unlock your potential with MUSC’s Post Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate—designed for OTs ready to pursue academic teaching or leadership roles. Springboard into a career in higher education, create impact with research, and benefit from elite mentorship from nationally recognized, award-winning OT leaders. Our faculty are experts in the development of OT education and the scholarship of teaching and learning.

Amanda Giles 

Distinguished Educator Award Winner

The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) named MUSC PPOTD faculty member Amanda Giles, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA, the 2025 recipient of the Distinguished Educator Award, a national honor recognizing her excellence in teaching, dedication to evidence-based practice, and the profound impact she makes on students and the communities she serves.

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Is this program right for me?

Our part-time, 100% online format is designed for working OTRs (with a master’s degree) who may be juggling family, volunteerism, or other commitments in addition to their jobs. Students and alumni of the program consistently share that the program is not only manageable with a busy schedule but also that our faculty is flexible and accommodating when life happens.

Program Overview

Our 30-credit program is completed over 5 semesters (1.5 years), with students taking two online courses each semester. Students complete most of their coursework asynchronously and at their own pace, while still experiencing collaboration and support from peers all over the country through our cohort model. Coursework includes visionary leadership, academic teaching skills, population-based health, and advanced clinical outcomes in addition to a capstone project.

Program Highlights

  • Designed with working OTRs in mind
  • A 100% online program completed over 5 semesters
  • Part-time to fit into your busy schedule
  • Cohort model to foster community and shared learning
  • Expert-mentored capstone project
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