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Occupational Therapist Integrated Degree Apprenticeship

This programme has been developed in collaboration with healthcare stakeholders to create a contemporary, engaging and dynamic programme. Learners study a range of modules designed to support progression towards a career as an Occupational Therapist across a variety of settings. Course content aligns with the Skills England Occupational Therapist apprenticeship standard.

This webpage provides an overview only and does not form part of any contractual agreement. Formal programme specifications and apprenticeship agreements will apply.

Course overview

This 3-year apprenticeship is for individuals interested in pursuing a career as an occupational therapist. The curriculum has been designed and developed in collaboration with employers of occupational therapists across a variety of different sectors and is designed to build upon your existing knowledge, skills and behaviours to support careers in clinical and non-clinical workplaces such as acute hospitals, community settings, social care, public health, industry, teaching and research.

Apprentices who successfully complete the occupational therapist degree apprenticeship are eligible to apply for registration as an occupational therapist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Learners may also be eligible to apply for membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapy and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT), subject to meeting the criteria.

Registration is subject to meeting HCPC’s registration criteria and additional costs may apply. Please see HCPC’s website for further information.

Memberships are subject to the criteria of the Royal College of Occupational Therapy and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) and additional costs may apply. Please see the Royal College of Occupational Therapy website and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) website for details.

Course key information

Start date:
September
Course duration:
3 years (36 months)
Course delivery:
Work-based learning (including off-the job work-based learning)
Off-the-job University-based learning (face-to-face and online)
Practice placement-based learning
Funding:
Funding eligibility depends on individual and employer circumstances and therefore is not guaranteed.
Level of Apprenticeship Standard: 6
Level of Academic Study: 6 (BSc)
How apprentices learn:
Study Blocks: 6 blocks of 7 weeks per year
1 study/university day per week (on campus)
3 standalone placements (1 in each year)

Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements

Level 2 English and Mathematics Requirements (GCSE grade 4-9 or A-C, Functional Skills, or equivalent).

You do not need Level 2 English and Mathematics (equivalent to GCSE Grade 4-9/A-C or Functional Skills) to apply. However, if these qualifications are required by the apprenticeship standard (the official government description of your apprenticeship) or by a professional regulator (the organisation that oversees your profession) you must complete them before the Gateway stage.
What is Gateway
Gateway is the final checkpoint before your End-Point-Assessment. At this stage you, your employer and the University confirm that you have met all requirements, including any mandatory English and Maths qualifications.
Training and Support
During the initial assessment (at the start of your apprenticeship) we will review your current Maths and English qualifications. If you do not already hold the necessary qualifications, the University can provide the necessary training and support to achieve them. Funding for these qualifications may be available up to Level 2, subject to meeting the Department of Education eligibility criteria and your employer’s agreement.

You can view further information on the requirements for Functional Skills.
Evidence of successful study at Level 3 (typically 3 A-levels or equivalent access qualifications) OR a portfolio of evidence for recognition of prior experiential learning (RPEL)
Overall grade of Merit in the T-level qualification in any subject

Apprenticeship entry requirements

Satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Ability to meet the occupational health requirements of the programme, including confirmation of vaccination status.
Employed in a role related to the subject matter of the Degree Apprenticeship.
Support of employer and an allocated Work-based Mentor.
Contracted to work a minimum of 30 hours per week.
Aged minimum 18 years on commencement of the programme.
Applicants whose first language is not English are usually required to have IELTS of 7.0 (with no component <6.5).
Non UK national applicants who intend to study at Coventry University on a visa must ensure their visa permits them to study in the UK for the duration of the apprenticeship.
Applicants studying on a visa will be required to complete a Right to Study check prior to enrolling on their course.
The Right to Study check will consist of a check of their current valid passport and their visa (using a Share code beginning with S).

Areas of Study

Subjects covered on the programme include professionalism, occupational therapy theory and practice, influences on health and well-being, clinical reasoning, research, evidence-based practice and healthcare leadership.

Modules

Level 4:

Level 5:

Level 6:

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Get in touch

For more information, please contact us.

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Disclaimer

¹Accreditations

The majority of our courses have been formally recognised by professional bodies, which means the courses have been reviewed and tested to ensure they reach a set standard. In some instances, studying on an accredited course can give you additional benefits such as exemptions from professional exams (subject to availability, fees may apply). Accreditations, partnerships, exemptions and memberships shall be renewed in accordance with the relevant bodies’ standard review process and subject to the university maintaining the same high standards of course delivery.