Vision, Mission, Values, and Goals

Vision
Mercer University’s Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program will be nationally recognized as a leader in education, evidence-based practice, research, and service.

Mission
Prepare doctors of occupational therapy who serve the community and improve the health and quality of life of individuals and society through evidence-based research, client-centered care, and leadership.

Core Values
We endorse the American Occupational Therapy Association Code of Ethics and embrace the seven core values for the profession: altruism, equality, freedom, justice, dignity, truth, and prudence.

Student Learning Outcomes

  • Client-Centered Care: Advocate for services that promote client autonomy and quality of care.
  • Clinical Reasoning: Utilize clinical reasoning to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.
  • Research: Demonstrate synthesis of knowledge in a focused area of study using research methods and processes.
  • Evidence-Based Practice: Integrate established methodologies to develop practice interventions for optimum client health.
  • Leadership: Apply leadership principles using data and current research findings to impact client care and professional relationships.
  • Professionalism: Utilize ethical, technical, and legal standards to demonstrate accountability and professional competence.

Profile of a Graduate
The Mercer University Doctor of Occupational Therapy Graduate will:

  1. Demonstrate effective, meaningful, holistic client-centered interventions.
  2. Integrate clinical reasoning into the selection of evidence-based interventions.
  3. Apply research methods and processes for decision-making throughout occupational therapy practice.
  4. Integrate evidence-based practice into purposeful intervention for clients.
  5. Apply leadership principles to influence professional relationships and assist others in achieving their goals.
  6. Demonstrate ethical and legal principles consistent with the American Occupational Therapy Association Code of Ethics, state and federal laws, and guidelines that regulate the practice of occupational therapy.