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The Department of Occupational Therapy encourages visitors to explore the following occupational therapy-related resources.

University Resources

•  is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal with a mission to publish high quality articles that focus on applied research, practice, and education in the occupational therapy profession.
• Interprofessional Peer Education and Evidence for Recovery (I-PEER) Program provides enhanced interdisciplinary education for social workers, occupational therapists and peer specialists in evidence-based practices in behavioral health. 

State-Level Professional Resources

•  is an organization responsible providing up-to-date information on various topics related to OT practice in Michigan. Graduates should refer to this website for information on applying for licensure in the State of Michigan.
•  is a state-level professional association of OT practitioners who are dedicated to supporting the profession of occupational therapy through advocacy and communication.

National Professional Resources

•  is occupational therapy's national professional association. AOTA addresses the interests and concerns of occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and Â鶹´«Ã½s of occupational therapy and to improve the quality of OT services.
•  is a nonprofit organization responsible for providing the national board examination which new graduates must pass in order to become a registered occupational therapist in the United States.

International Professional Resources

•  is a global network of 101 member organizations - representing 580,000 occupational therapists - which promotes occupational therapy as an art and science internationally.