Department of Occupational Therapy
MCHP , Manipal
Health Sciences
Established in 1972, the Department of Occupational Therapy at the Manipal College of Health Professions (MCHP), MAHE is committed to preparing skilled professionals who enhance participation and quality of life of individuals and groups across the lifespan. Occupational Therapy is a client-centred healthcare profession that enables individuals to participate in meaningful everyday activities and occupations. It promotes well-being, independence, functional abilities, and quality of life through evidence-based assessment, intervention, and rehabilitation.
Highlights
- Accredited by the All-India Occupational Therapists' Association (AIOTA), the national governing body of the profession.
- Accredited by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT), the apex professional body worldwide.
- ISO 9001:2008 certified.
- Best-in-class infrastructure.
- Credit-based semester programs at Bachelor's and Master's level.
- A one-month Certificate Course in Hand Splinting.
- Competencies across neurorehabilitation, child habilitation, psychosocial rehabilitation, hand rehabilitation, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, splint and assistive technology, geriatric care, neonatal intensive care, and community-based services.
- Engagement in both disciplinary and interdisciplinary research in Occupational Therapy.
- Patient care provided for clients with a range of physical and mental illnesses.
