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Jasmine Elisha MA ’23

What are some of the occupations you engage in?
I love engaging in reading, walking, and consuming the best lactose-free desserts.

Tell us about your favorite memory from the program so far.
My favorite memory from the program so far has been listening to Dr. Chu’s lecture about his work in adult neurorehabilitation at Rancho Los Amigos. Hearing the impactful work he has done for his clients inspired me to seek an occupational therapy career in adult rehab.

If you could travel anywhere, where would it be?
I would love to travel to Thailand to explore the country’s rich culture and eat authentic Thai food for every meal (aka the best food in the world).

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?
Know your worth and don’t settle!

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USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy
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ACOTE accreditation | NBCOT certification

The USC entry-level master’s degree program (cost of attendance) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education® (ACOTE®) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). The USC entry-level doctorate in occupational therapy (OTD) degree program (cost of attendance) is accredited by ACOTE®. View our program’s ACOTE® standards public data. ACOTE® c/o the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.®, 7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 510E, Bethesda, MD 20814, (301) 652-AOTA, www.acoteonline.org.

Professional program graduates are eligible to apply for the national certification examination administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc.® (NBCOT®), nbcot.org. All states require licensure to practice; a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT® OTR certification examination or attain state licensure. Program results from the NBCOT® can be found online at www.nbcot.org/Educators-Folder/SchoolPerformance.