Andrea Cote
Andrea Cote
Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy / Academic Fieldwork Coordinator
- Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate, Bay Path University, Longmeadow, Mass., 2021
- Master of Occupational Therapy, Bay Path University, Longmeadow, Mass., 2012
Andrea Cote began her career as an occupational therapist in acute inpatient rehabilitation, developing a passion for working with individuals with neurological and complex medical conditions, including stroke, multi-trauma, amputations, spinal cord injuries, and orthopedic surgeries. Her clinical experience spans acute care, skilled nursing, home health, and clinic management. In 2024, Cote transitioned to academia as an adjunct professor in a Master of Occupational Therapy program and subsequently began working full-time in fieldwork education. She is committed to mentoring students and collaborating with educators to advance occupational therapy education and prepare future practitioners.
Research Interests
- Neurorehabilitation and stroke recovery
- Evidence-based practice
- Fieldwork education and experiential learning
- Clinical reasoning and professional identity development
- Interprofessional education and collaboration
Certifications and Memberships
- Advanced Board Certification in Physical Rehabilitation (BCPR)
- Member of the New England Occupational Therapy Education Council (NEOTEC)
- Member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
