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To cultivate leading professionals in the field of occupational therapy, characterized by professional, clinical, research, and ethical excellence.
To develop an innovative and leading curriculum that connects with the needs of the local community and promotes community projects.
To encourage independent, innovative, and critical thinking in every student.
To instill in each student a sense of connection and pride in the profession.
To impart knowledge in basic, applied, and clinical research in occupational therapy, serving as a foundation for research development and advanced degrees in occupational therapy at Ben-Gurion University.
To serve as a home and learning center for the occupational therapy community from academia and the clinical field in the southern region and throughout the country.

Values honesty, integrity, and open communication between lecturers and students.
Recognizes academic freedom and discussion as essential conditions for the department’s development and well-being.
Expects all staff members to be considerate, patient, and to maintain positive working relationships with one another.
Seeks transparency in administrative actions, within the limits of personal privacy protection.
Upholds professionalism in accordance with the standards of academic disciplines and occupational therapy.