Most master’s programs in O.T. take two and a half years to complete.

This is from the Wisconsin O.T. Assn:

http://www.wota.net/online/modules.php?name=Content&pa=showpage&pid=14

The post baccalaureate certificate takes 2 to 2 1/2 years to complete. A certificate program is one that, upon completion of the academic course work and fieldwork, awards a certificate rather than a degree. The certificate is then the credential that enables the graduate to sit for the NBCOT certification examination. Some master’s programs award a certificate “in partial fulfillment” of a master’s degree so that you can work as on OT while you finish your degree. Certificate programs must be accredited and must demonstrate substantial compliance with the Essentials. There are a few certificate programs at both the professional and technical levels of education. There are a few states that require a degree in the profession for licensure. Therefore, the certificate may not be as transportable as a degree. You should check with the regulatory board in the state(s) in which you intend to work.

This site indicates that their master’s takes 7 semesters:

http://main.uab.edu/shrp/default.aspx?pid=32644

Length of Study: Minimum of 7 semesters (2 1/2 years) as a full-time student

The Medical University of S.C. requires 7 semesters:

http://www.musc.edu/chp/ot/

Starting semester:

Summer

Length of program:

26 months

7 semesters

Degree awarded:

Master of Science in Rehabilitation Science – Occupational Therapy

Credentials:

Certification Examination given by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

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