Occupational Therapy Program
Philosophical Base and Mission Statement

Progressive Philosophy of Education:

The purpose of education is to:

• promote societal well-being
• enhance an individual’s effectiveness in society

Education provides learners:

• with practical knowledge
• problem solving skills

Humanist Philosophy:

The purpose of education is to:

• Enhance personal growth and development
• Facilitate self-actualization

Faculty believe that an individual’s needs, interests, and experiences are key elements in learning; that people have unlimited potential to be developed through education. We believe that it is important for students, graduates, and faculty to recognize the importance of being motivated and self-directed. All individuals must take responsibility for their own learning.

The program design stresses the importance of:

• Individuality
• Pragmatic knowledge
• Problem solving
• Experiential learning
• Empowerment
• Self-directedness
• Lifelong learning
• Democratic ideals
• Social responsibility