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Developing an occupational therapy curriculum at a small college.

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  • 1Occupational Therapy Program, College Misericordia, Dallas, Pennsylvania 18612.

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|March 1, 1987
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Developing new occupational therapy programs helped small colleges increase student enrollment and revenue. This strategy is vital for small institutions aiming for financial stability and survival in competitive academic markets.

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Area of Science:

  • Higher Education Administration
  • Allied Health Professions Education

Background:

  • Small colleges face enrollment declines and financial pressures.
  • New program development is a key strategy for institutional survival.
  • Occupational therapy programs offer potential for student attraction and revenue generation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the development of an occupational therapy curriculum at a small college.
  • To assess the impact of this curriculum on institutional enrollment and revenue.
  • To evaluate the role of occupational therapy program development in small college viability.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of interviews with college stakeholders.
  • Review of financial records, curriculum materials, and enrollment data.

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  • Longitudinal case study of curriculum development from 1981-1984.

    • Main Results:

    • The occupational therapy curriculum significantly increased student enrollment.
    • The program proved instrumental in generating substantial revenue for the college.
    • Curriculum development positively impacted the institution's financial health.

    Conclusions:

    • Occupational therapy curriculum development can enhance small college viability.
    • Strategic program development is crucial for small institutions in competitive markets.
    • New allied health programs can be a successful revenue stream for small universities.