At a Glance
Pitt’s 100% online Clinical Science Doctorate (CScD) in Occupational Therapy is designed to prepare eligible or already credentialed/licensed individuals to practice clinically with competencies above and beyond those expected of entry-level professionals. Students develop advanced skills to identify and implement evidence in clinical practice, as well as professional communication, leadership and clinical teaching skills.
Advanced Practice Certificate
Degree-seekers will be awarded the Advanced Practice Certificate in Implementation of Evidence in Clinical Practice. Individuals may apply for the certificate program only.
Application
Start Term
Fall term (August)
Application Opens
- Fall 2026: August 1, 2025
- Spring 2027: February 1, 2026
Application Closes
Fall 2026 Start
August 15, 2026
Commitment
and Credits
Duration
2 years and 8 months
(8 terms including 2 summer terms)
Commitment
Credits
99
Degree
Type of Degree
- Prepares you to work as an entry level occupational therapist
- Graduates of the OTD program are eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapist administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Format(s)
Applied Skills
OTD students complete fieldwork experiences and a doctoral capstone experience at facilities external to the University of Pittsburgh.