Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (Online)

Welcome to the SCU Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate (ppOTD) program!

At SCU, we empower licensed occupational therapy practitioners to advance their careers and expand their global impact through leadership, innovation, and evidence-based practice. The ppOTD program is designed for dedicated professionals who are ready to elevate their expertise, strengthen their voice, and lead meaningful change across healthcare, education, and community settings.

Our flexible, asynchronous curriculum allows you to balance your studies with your personal and professional responsibilities while engaging in rich discussions and transformative learning experiences. The capstone opportunities are designed to fit your interests, enabling you to tailor your doctoral experience to your unique goals. With the ability to complete your degree in as little as 16 months, you’ll emerge equipped to lead with purpose, innovate in practice, and create meaningful impact within your community and beyond.

At SCU, our mission is to cultivate practitioners who lead with purpose, think critically, and advocate for equitable, client-centered care. We are excited to support you in this next phase of your professional journey and look forward to seeing the impact you will make in advancing our profession.

Dr. Briana Bonner, OTD, OTR/L

Program Coordinator, Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy
Southern California University of Health Sciences, Phoenix Metro