Our Vision

To advance occupational therapy practice by providing outstanding entry-level and post-graduate education; translate science to deliver exemplary practice; lead innovative and ground-breaking research and train the next generation of researchers and leaders of our profession.

To be recognized as a premier national and international occupational therapy program through excellence in teaching, research and service.

Our Mission

Our mission is to improve the lives of people through innovation in research, education and service. We will focus on our student’s intellectual and social development and prepare visionary and ethical practitioners, leaders, scholars and researchers who are curious about and committed to promoting participation in valued occupations as a means of enabling health and wellness for individuals, groups and populations. Cultivating excellence, interdisciplinary collegiality and inclusive excellence, we will prepare our graduates to be advanced entry-level practitioners able to deliver innovative, culturally responsive, and reasoned practice; to be societal leaders and to pursue research that will benefit society, expanding our capability to discover and share knowledge.

Our Values

The UAB Department of Occupational Therapy is committed to a welcoming environment that reflects our shared values that include collaboration, respect, integrity and excellence. We believe that our department and community are enriched by the contribution and participation of all our people. We are committed to promoting success and transformational academic and professional growth for all of our students.