DEGREE LEVELS AVAILABLE:
Master of Science
*Programs and delivery format vary by location.
FORMAT:

hybrid
NEXT START DATE:
September 1st
*Programs and delivery format vary by location.
Advance Your OTA Career with Keiser University’s MSOT Bridge Program
As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you know the value of hands-on care, and you’re ready to take the next step. Keiser University’s Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) Bridge Program is designed specifically for OTAs like you who want to become licensed occupational therapists while building on your real-world experience.
Plus, you can complete your degree in as few as two years.

Why Choose Keiser’s MSOT Bridge Program?
- Convenient Hybrid Format – Most coursework is completed online, with only one weekend per month (Friday and Saturday) required on campus at Fort Myers, Fort Lauderdale, or Jacksonville—ideal for working and out-of-state students.
- Earn Dual Degrees– You’ll earn a Bachelor’s in Occupational Health along the way to your Master of Science in Occupational Therapy.
- NBCOT Exam Ready – Prepares you to sit for the National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Examination.
- Leadership & Clinical Skills – Learn to assess, plan, and implement occupation-based evaluation and intervention, while preparing for leadership roles in OT.
To meet the admissions requirements, applicants must have an Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant Degree from an institution accredited by a USDE-recognized agency, possess a minimum of one year of recent OTA experience, and hold an active, unrestricted OTA license.
Take your passion for helping others to the next level with Keiser’s MSOT Bridge Program.
Career Pathways
Graduates of the MSOT Bridge Program can find opportunities for employment in a range of settings, including:
- Hospitals
- Schools
- Long-term care and nursing facilities
- Outpatient clinics
- Home health
- Community-based programs
Learn more about our M.S. in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) Bridge program.

Learning That Fits Your Life
Keiser’s MSOT Bridge program is offered in a convenient hybrid format that combines mostly online coursework, with one weekend a month (Friday and Saturday) of in-person learning at one of our convenient campuses.
This program is offered at the following locations:
Why Keiser University?

Accredited
Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

One Class at a Time
Graduate students have the option of taking one or two classes at a time per 8-week term.

Financial Services
Financial Aid is available to those who qualify. You’re encouraged to make an appointment with the Financial Aid department to explore the funding needed for your educational investment.