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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy B.O.T

  • Medical
  • 4 Years
  • Full Time

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy / B.O.T. Course

 B.O.T. Course Overview

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or B.O.T. Course is an undergraduate degree program. B.O.T. course is designed to produce candidates who can deal with patients having problems such as physical, emotional, neurological, and mental limitations. During B.O.T. course study students are trained with various exercises along with different physical and mental activities to improve the quality of living. This course aims at bettering everyday life through the different forms of functional training, ergonomic training, aiding equipment, and environmental adaption. Occupational therapists help patients to recover from physical and mental stress. These therapies are carried out on patients to offer a healthy lifestyle.  

Occupational therapy mainly concerns in enhancing a person’s ability to take part in everyday activities. This course also focuses on improvement of communication skills and development of personality. B.O.T. degree can be pursued through full-time, part-time or distance learning mode. Candidates can complete B.O.T. degree without disturbing their regular schedule. The occupational therapist work against the dysfunctions occurred due to biological, social and economic reasons. B.O.T. course is the best option for the candidates who do not get the seat for M.B.B.S. degree.

B.O.T. Course Eligibility

B.OT. course aspirants should have passed higher secondary (10+2) from a recognized board.

 B.O.T. Course Duration

The duration of B.O.T. course is four and half year which includes six months of internship.

 

 Procedure for B.O.T. Admission

Candidates who wish to take admission to B.O.T. course should meet the minimum eligibility criteria. Admission process for B.O.T. course varies with different colleges and universities. There are several reputed colleges who conduct entrance exams for the B.O.T. degree. Following are some of the Popular B.O.T. Degree Entrance Exams In India.

  • All India Entrance Exams
  • Delhi University Entrance Exam.
  • SVNIRTAR NIOH Common Entrance Test
  • All India Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AIIPMR) Entrance Exam
  • CMC Vellore Entrance Exam
  • M.C.H. College of Occupational Therapy Entrance Exam

 B.O.T. Course Fees

The average fees for B.O.T. course program range between INR 10, 000 to INR 50, 000 per annum.

 Objective of B.O.T. Course

• To be able to understand the fundamental principles of behavior for applying in the therapeutic environment.

• To learn counseling techniques and identify ego defense mechanisms to help patients come out of physical and mental stress.

• To study the reasons behind non-compliance in patients and applying different methods to improve compliance behavior.

 Top B.O.T. College list

Selection of best college or university to pursue education is an important factor from a career point of view. Most of the top companies from the industry recruit candidates who have completed their degree from a reputed college or university. There are hundreds of colleges present in the country which offers B.O.T. course. It is necessary for students to select the colleges which will not only provide excellent education but it also offers assistance at the time of placements. Given below is a comprehensive List of Top Colleges India which is preferred by most of the students to pursue B.O.T. course.

  • Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi
  • Christian Medical College, Vellore
  • Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore
  • SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai
  • Raj Shree Institute of Medical Science, Delhi
  • University of Madras, Chennai
  • All India Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Mumbai
  • Goa Medical College, Goa
  • Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai
  • Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College, Mumbai

 B.O.T. Syllabus

The B.O.T. course syllabus covers all the aspects related to the field of occupational therapy. The curriculum includes fundamental concepts of occupational therapy, various techniques, and methods used during treatments. The course syllabus spans for four years which includes four years of classroom teaching and half year compulsory internship program.

First Year Subjects

  • Anatomy
  • Biochemistry
  • Physiology
  • Basic OT and Therapeutics Activities

Second Year Subjects

  • Pharmacology
  • Psychology
  • Pathology and Microbiology
  • Biomechanics & Sociology

Third Year Subjects

  • General Surgery
  • Orthopaedics & Traumatology
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery
  • Cardio-Respiratory & Chest Medicine
  • General Medicine

Fourth Year Subjects

  • OT in Rehabilitation
  • OT in Paediatrics
  • OT in Orthopaedics
  • Research Methodology and Biostatistics
  • Community Medicine & Community Based Rehabilitation

 Employment Scope after B.O.T. Course

After completion of B.O.T. degree, one can easily find employment in government or private sector. Candidates as a fresher can join hospitals or rehabilitation centers where they can get to work on the actual implementation of medical practices. There is a growing trend among B.O.T. degree holders work as a part-timer in health centers, private clinics, and NGOs. With the increasing healthcare costs, third-party payers are preferring occupational therapists on a larger scale. Candidates can also join medical firms to provide clients consultation related to their medical services. There are very promising abroad employment opportunities after B.O.T. course with special requirements in developed countries such as USA, New Zealand, Canada, and the UK.

  • Teaching
  • Educational Establishments
  • Rehabilitation Centers
  • Mental Hospitals
  • Community Health Centers
  • Multispecialty Hospitals
  • Housing Associations
  • Geriatric Homes
  • Private Practice

  Jobs after B.O.T. Course

There are many job opportunities when it comes to the scope of occupational therapy field. After B.O.T. course completion, graduates can take up a role of rehabilitation specialist in clinics or rehabilitation centers. Teaching profession is also one of the best career options for the B.O.T. degree holders if they possess a passion to pass on their knowledge to next generation. One can work in government or private colleges as a lecturer. Those who possess excellent communication skills and leadership qualities can take the responsibility of working as a sales manager.

  • Consultant
  • OT Technician
  • OT nurse
  • Rehabilitation therapy assistant
  • Speech and language therapist
  • Occupational therapist
  • Service delivery manager
  • Lab technician
  • Medical record technician
  • Sales manager

 Salary Package after B.O.T. Course

The earnings for B.O.T. degree holders are encouraging enough to make a long career in the occupational therapy field. Candidates have the choice of working as a full-time or part-time basis through which they can earn good money. As a fresher B.O.T. course graduate can get a monthly salary in the range of INR 8, 000 to INR 15, 000. This pay structure solely depends on the number of clients attended by the therapist and also the standards of the employer. Those with expertise in the field and on the popularity list of most of the clients can easily earn up to INR 50, 000 per month. Candidates who choose to work independently can earn handsome money by increasing the client base with excellent treatments and words of mouth publicity.