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Occupational Therapy in Glendale
Our graduates have passed the national certification exam the first time at a rate higher than the national average — and we know you’ll fit right in.
Our rigorous OT curriculum helps you succeed. You'll integrate concepts and principles in anatomy, physiology, neuroscience, and kinesiology with various therapeutic modalities. And you'll benefit from our team-oriented approach to health care by sharing academic and hands-on experiences with students in other health professions.
In clinical fieldwork, you'll directly observe and interact with patients in facilities throughout the United States under the supervision of licensed professionals.
When you complete our OT program, you're well prepared to help your patients improve everyday functioning at work and at home.
Learn more about occupational therapy as a career.
Program News
Students Promote National Backpack Awareness AZ
More than 40 million children in the United States carry school backpacks, and more than half of them may be carrying too much weight. More ››
MWU Clinic to Host Community Health Fair AZ
Bring the family to the Midwestern University Clinic on Saturday, October 11 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM for free health screenings, goodie bags, and a chance to win door prizes. The MWU Clinic is located at 19389 North 59th Avenue in Glendale, just south of the Loop 101, at the corner of 59th & Utopia. More ››
MWU President Named to Children's Board AZ
With its $588 million, multi-year expansion now underway, Phoenix Children’s has added four influential community members to its Board of Directors: More ››
Learn About Health Careers at MWU Open House AZ
Midwestern University will host a Health Careers Open House in the lobby of Ocotillo Hall at its Glendale campus on Saturday, October 11th from 9:00AM to 12:00 PM for prospective health care students of all ages. More ››
New Alumni Relations Manager Named AZ
Midwestern University (MWU) announces the appointment of Karen Ewing to the new role of Manager of Alumni Relations. More ››
MWU Homeless Outreach Program Begins 10th Year AZ
Midwestern University students and two local homeless shelters continue to join forces in providing care to the Phoenix Valley homeless community. More ››
MWU to Host Step Out to Fight Diabetes AZ
Join people from all walks of life at the West Valley Step Out to Fight Diabetes: Lighting the Way to a Cure on Saturday, September 27 at Midwestern University (MWU). More ››
Gala to Celebrate Community Service AZ
Join Midwestern University (MWU) and community leaders for the annual Bright Lights, Shining Stars gala on Saturday evening, October 18th at the MWU Campus at 19555 North 59th Avenue in Glendale. More ››
MWU Seeks Patients for Parkinson’s Study AZ
Midwestern University (MWU) seeks 50 patients diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease for a research study on how osteopathic treatment could improve quality of life for patients with this disease. More ››
MWU Names New CPG Dean AZ
Midwestern University (MWU) announces the appointment of Dennis J. McCallian, Pharm.D., FACA, as the new Dean of the College of Pharmacy-Glendale. More ››
Annual Brain Bee Set for February AZ
What determines intelligence? Why do we need sleep? How do scientists measure brain waves? More ››
Free Workshops Offered for H.S. Students AZ
For high school students who want a head start on careers in health care, MWU is again offering its annual spring Health Sciences Career Day for High School Students and summer Health Careers Institute. More ››
MWU Earns National Award for Community Service AZ IL
Midwestern University (MWU) was named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service to America’s communities. More ››
Fall Orientation Set to Begin Today AZ
Fall orientation is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, August 26th for the new incoming students of the College of Dental Medicine (CDM), Arizona College of Optometry (AZCOPT), and Occupational Therapy, Biomedical Sciences, Cardiovascular Science/Perfusion, and Clinical Psychology programs of the College of Health Sciences on the Glendale Campus. More ››
The Glendale Campus was very busy this July hosting several events for our alumni: the annual Diamondbacks vs Cubs baseball game at Chase Field and the AZCOM Dinner with the Dean at the Wrigley Mansion.
MWU's matriculating classes of 2008 were welcomed to campus today for the first day of orientation. The 535 new students starting in the fall quarter joined 240 students who began classes in the summer session for a total of 775 new students. This is by far the largest entering class in the 12-year history of MWU.
Last Saturday evening, MWU held its annual Bright Lights, Shining Stars Gala at our Glendale Campus. More than 500 guests attended to celebrate the community and our commitment to service. Arizona Cardinals President Michael Bidwill was honored with the COMET Award, Kristin Parrack received the Shooting Star, and nine MWU students earned Spirit of Service Scholarships.
They came from 30 high schools throughout Arizona, and even a few from California and New Mexico. For eight days this summer, 48 students in the 2008 MWU Health Careers Institute got a crash course in the life of practicing health professionals as well as students in many medical fields.
For those of you who enjoy online social networking, you know that Facebook is actually quite cool. Where else can you blend your personal, professional, and even political lives together and then share with your coworker, your neighbor, your best friend, and your boyfriend from the sixth grade? Definitely cool.
