MS in OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PRE-REQUISITE DESCRIPTIONS

The courses outlined below are the Kean University courses, which satisfy the prerequisite requirements. Prerequisites do not need to be taken at Kean University. The applicant may complete prerequisites at any accredited college or university in the USA including two-year community colleges. It is the responsibility of the applicant to determine whether or not their prerequisite courses match the Kean University requirements. Specific questions regarding prerequisite courses will be gladly answered at one of our information sessions.

1. PSY 1000 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
Introduction to the scientific study of behavior: biological bases of development and behavior, learning, motivation, perception, cognition, personality, abnormal behavior, measurement of behavior, and social behavior. Foundation for those interested in the behavioral sciences of human service occupations. Disciplinary/Interdisciplinary Distribution Requirement in Social Sciences.

NOTE: Most “intro to psychology” or “general psychology” courses available at both community colleges and 4-year colleges satisfy this requirement.

2. PSY 3110 LIFE-SPAN DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
Examination of the psychological development of the individual across the life-span. The influence of biological, sociological, and historical changes on psychological development is discussed. Developmental concepts and theories are reviewed and applied in the study of the various ages. Prerequisite: PSY 1000

NOTE: This course is not available at all colleges. The course must cover the entire lifespan to satisfy this requirement. If you are unable to find a lifespan course, you can take “child psychology” and “adult psychology” to satisfy this requirement instead.

3. PSY 3200 PSYCHOLOGICAL STATISTICS (3)
Introduction to both descriptive and inferential statistics, including measures of central tendency, variability, hypothesis testing, probability, correlation, regression, t-tests, analysis of variance and chi square and the use of microcomputer-based statistical software package. Prerequisite: PSY 1000

NOTE: If you take this prerequisite at another university, the course does not have to be titled psychological statistics, however must cover the material outlined above

4. PSY 3540 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
The study of psychopathology from bio-psychosocial perspectives, emphasizing understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Prerequisite: PSY 1000

NOTE: If you take this prerequisite at another university, the course does not have to be titled abnormal psychology, however must cover the material outlined above

5A. SOC 1000 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY (3)
The study of social life, society, and the individual within a global and multicultural context.

NOTE: Most “intro to sociology” or “general sociology” courses available at both community colleges and 4 year colleges satisfy this requirement. Sociology courses focusing on a specific population DO NOT meet this requirement (such as “ Sociology of Family” or “Sociology of Women”).

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5B. ANTH 1800 CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY (3)
Examination of the structures and functions of culture systems globally and over time, employing theories, methods and concepts of anthropology. Analysis based on cross-cultural and comparative perspectives.

NOTE: Courses which examine a specific culture DO NOT satisfy this requirement.

6A. BIO 1000 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY (4)
An introduction to the structure and function of living cells and organisms and their interdependencies and adaptations to the environment. This course is not required for Biology majors. (3 hr. lec./3 hr. lab.)
Prerequisites: Completion of all GELAP foundations courses in Math, English and Communication Sciences. Approved General Education Distribution Course.

6A. BIO 2402 ESSENTIALS OF HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY AND ANATOMY (4)
Integrated study of human physiology and related anatomy. Skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular and respiratory systems emphasized to provide basic background for physical therapy and occupational therapy programs.
- Credit will not be granted for both BIO 2409 and 2402.
- Prerequisites: BIO 1000 and CHEM 1032 or permission of instructor.

NOTE: If taking prerequisites at Kean, Bio 1000 and 2409 satisfy the requirement for 8 credits of Anatomy and Physiology. If completing prerequisites elsewhere, the admissions requirement is Anatomy and Physiology I and Anatomy and Physiology II. Both courses need to have a lab component. BIO 3403 and 3404 also satisfy the requirement for 8 credits of Anatomy and Physiology

6B. BIO 3403-3404 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I AND II (4, 4)
An integrated understanding of the structures (both gross and microscopic) and the functions of various body systems. Laboratories are synchronized with lecture materials and include exercises using protected models and other specimens. BIO 3403 is the study of the organization of the human body, introductory chemistry, cells, tissues, the integumentary system, skeletal systems and articulations, muscular system and the nervous system. (3 hr. lec./3 hr. lab.). BIO 3404 is a continuation of BIO 3403 and includes the study of the endocrine system, cardiovascular system, the lymphatic system, the respiratory system, the digestive system, the urinary system and the reproductive system. (3 hr. lec./3 hr. lab.)
- Credit not given for both BIO 2402/ BIO 2409 and BIO 3403-3404.
- Prerequisites: BIO 2400 and CHEM 2180 or CHEM 3181 or permission of instructor. BIO 3403 prerequisite for BIO 3404.
Please note: For Kean students BIO 1000 and BIO 2402 satisfy the undergraduate requirements. Applicants to the MS program are strongly encouraged to complete a 2 semester Anatomy and Physiology I and II sequence.

DUAL DEGREE APPLICANTS ALSO NEED:

7. CHEM 1030 ESSENTIALS OF CHEMISTRY (4)
Fundamental concepts in general, organic and biochemistry are covered, providing examples of chemistry in health care and real life applications. Problem solving and critical scientific thought stressed. (3 hr. lec./1 hr. recitation)
Prerequisite: High School chemistry or equivalent and Math 1000, or permission of instructor. Required for the Occupational Therapy Program. Approved General Education Distribution Course

PREREQUISITE FORM

The Department of Occupational Therapy
Kean University 1000 Morris Avenue, T-209, Union NJ, 07083-0411
Main Telephone: 908.737.KEAN (5326)
OT Dept: Telephone 908.737.3380 / Facsimile 908.737.3377 / Email ot@kean.edu