If you are interested in becoming an occupational therapy educator or researcher, then explore the Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Science

There is a growing shortage of occupational therapy educators and researchers in this country and world wide. 

One of the missions of the Occupational Therapy Program at the University of Minnesota is to prepare the next generation of educators and researchers. The Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Science at the University of Minnesota offers masters and doctoral degrees, suitable for occupational therapists.

Visit the Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Science webpage for more information

Occupational Therapy faculty members and potential research advisors in the Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Science

A critical element in having a successful post-professional graduate experience is identifying an advisor with compatible research interests to your own.  Check out the faculty’s web pages to determine if your interests match their research interests.

 You are encouraged to contact them if you have questions.

Virgil Mathiowetz, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Fatigue management, multiple sclerosis, task-oriented approach to CNS dysfunction, stroke, functional outcomes, motor control & motor learning, assessment of hand strength, dexterity, and hand function.

Patricia Schaber, PhD, OTR/L
Families with Alzheimer's disease, adult day service programs, family centered care, service learning, transitional services, instructional methodologies.

Erica Stern, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Driving assessment and training, health behavior theories, fatigue management, arthritis, functional and symptomatic impact of hand orthoses, clinical assessment, responsible conduct of research.

 Peggy Martin, PhD (candidate), OTR/L
(Will become an advisor within a year)  
Cultural competency, adult education, clinical reasoning, development of expertise, childhood and disability, movement analysis, sensory integration, substance use screening