Sociology, Pre-Occupational Therapy Concentration, BA

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Pre-Occupational Therapy Concentration

The sociology pre-occupational therapy track prepares students for graduate school as well as job opportunities in a wide range of organizations in both the public and private sector. Students develop an understanding of core sociological concepts and theories and learn how to use a variety of research methods to study the social world. This track culminates in a 200-hour internship with an organization in the field of occupational therapy or with an organization in a related health care field. Through classroom study and experiential learning, this track provides excellent preparation for a career in occupational therapy.

Introductory Courses (4 Credits)

SOC 105 - Introduction to Sociology 3 Credit(s)
FRS 101 - First Year Seminar 1 Credit(s)

Core Requirements (19 Credits)

SOC 210 - Medical Sociology 3 Credit(s)
or
SOC 215 - The Family 3 Credit(s)
SOC 355 - Social Theory (W) 3 Credit(s)
SOC 405 - Sociology Seminar 1 Credit(s)
Any four Sociology electives 12 Credit(s)

Research Sequence (7 Credits)

PSY 385 - Statistical Methods with Laboratory for Psychology 4 Credit(s)
SOC 382 - Research Design for Sociology 3 Credit(s)

Internship (6 credits)

SOC 423 - Sociology Internship 3-9 Credit(s)

Total Credits: 36

Additional Courses

Sociology majors who wish to apply for admission to Widener’s graduate occupational therapy program should take the following courses (note the most recent courses are factored into the prerequisite requirements):

BIOL 121 & BIOL 123, BIOL 122 & BIOL 124
CHEM 101 & CHEM 103
PHYS 121 & PHYS 143
PSY 105 , PSY 211 , PSY 212 , PSY 225 , & PSY 385