NCT07848230

Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to learn about burnout among first-year Occupational Therapy Doctoral (OTD) students and how it may affect their mental health, daily activities, and overall well-being. Students will be asked questions about their stress levels, daily habits, and experiences in school. The study will also evaluate a resilience program that is built into a hybrid OTD curriculum to see whether it helps students manage stress, improve their well-being, perform well academically, and support their long-term success. Researchers will look for patterns in the responses to better understand student experiences. The findings may help occupational therapy programs and other healthcare schools provide better support for students.

Trial Health

75
On Track

Trial Health Score

Automated assessment based on enrollment pace, timeline, and geographic reach

Enrollment
30

participants targeted

Target at below P25 for not_applicable

Timeline
9mo left

Started Jul 2026

Geographic Reach
1 country

1 active site

Status
active not recruiting

Health score is calculated from publicly available data and should be used for screening purposes only.

Trial Relationships

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

Study Progress26%
Jul 2026Jun 2027

Study Start

First participant enrolled

July 1, 2026

Completed
3 months until next milestone

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

September 16, 2026

Completed
13 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

September 29, 2026

Completed
7 months until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

April 30, 2027

Expected
2 months until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

June 30, 2027

Last Updated

September 29, 2026

Status Verified

September 1, 2026

Enrollment Period

10 months

First QC Date

September 16, 2026

Last Update Submit

September 23, 2026

Conditions

BurnoutBurnout SyndromeBurnout Among Occupational TherapistsBurnout, StudentBurnout，Motivation，Stress，Mental Toughness

Keywords

BurnoutBurnout SyndromeBurnout, StudentOccupational TherapyHybrid LearningDoctoral EducationResilienceHealthcare Student ResilienceBurnout among occupational therapy studentsBuilding resilience in occupational therapy students

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (3)

  • Maslach Burnout Inventory-Student Survey (MBI-SS)

    The Maslach Burnout Inventory-Student Survey (MBI-SS) will be used to measure academic burnout among participants. The MBI-SS assesses three key components of burnout: emotional exhaustion, cynicism or depersonalization, and reduced personal accomplishment. Participants rate the frequency of burnout-related experiences on a Likert scale. This instrument is widely used in research involving students and healthcare professionals and has demonstrated strong validity and reliability

    From enrollment to the end of program at 41 weeks

  • Mauna Model Compass

    The Mauna Model Self-Rating Scale Compass will be used to assess participants' perceived competencies related to professional development and resilience. This scale allows participants to reflect on areas such as interpersonal skills, intrapersonal development, technical competence, ethical practice, and occupational balance. The scale is used alongside the Mauna Model metaphor to support self-reflection and professional growth

    From enrollment to the end of program at 41 weeks

  • Work Environment Impact Scale - Self Report (WEIS-SR)

    The Work Environment Impact Scale - Self Report (WEIS-SR) will be used to assess participants' perceptions of how their academic environment influences their ability to perform and manage their responsibilities. The WEIS-SR is based on the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) and assesses environmental factors such as social support, communication, physical environment, and work demands. This instrument helps identify environmental supports and barriers that may contribute to student stress and burnout.

    From enrollment to the end of program at 41 weeks

Secondary Outcomes (1)

  • User Experience Questionnaire - Short Version (UEQ-S)

    End of program at 41 weeks

Study Arms (1)

Single Group

OTHER

The study only involves one group of student participants and will participate in the Mauna Model Resiliency Program

Behavioral: Mauna Model Resiliency Program

Interventions

Mauna Model Resiliency ProgramBEHAVIORAL

"Mauna" is a term for mountain. The program uses a mountain hike metaphor to represent the career journey, it emphasizes self-reflection, competency development, and mentorship to build confidence and resilience during transitions such as the shift from student to practitioner. Unlike client-focused models, the Mauna Model supports professional growth by helping OT students and practitioners identify, develop, and reflect on core competencies

Single Group

Eligibility Criteria

Sexall
Healthy VolunteersNo
Age GroupsChild (0-17), Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

  • Enrolled as a first-year student in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program at Nova Southeastern University Tampa Bay Regional Campus (NSU-TBRC)
  • years of age or older
  • Able to read and understand English, as all materials will be administered in English
  • Willing to provide informed consent and participate in study procedures including surveys, reflection activities, and optional focus groups

You may not qualify if:

  • Not enrolled in the NSU-TBRC OTD program as a first year student

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (1)

Nova Southeastern University

Clearwater, Florida, 33759-4514, United States

Location

Related Publications (11)

  • Shellooe, M., Madriaga, J., Pérez, V. A., & Velazquez, G. (2024). Resilience programming for occupational therapy students: A mixed-methods exploration. https://doi.org/10.33015/dominican.edu/2025.ot.04

    BACKGROUND

  • Rubio, K., Bowyer, P., Goffredo, C., & Russell Bliss, J. (2023). Burnout among occupational therapy practitioners from diverse backgrounds: A scoping review protocol. Figshare. https://doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.24837330.v1

    BACKGROUND

  • Nair, S., Behere, N., & Ghosh-Jerath, S. (2023). Burnout and depression among college students pursuing Bachelor of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, in Delhi NCR - a cross-sectional study. International Journal of Occupational and Environment Safety. https://doi.org/10.24840/2184-0954_007-002_002197

    BACKGROUND

  • Laposha, I., & Smallfield, S. (2022). Self-care: An occupational therapy student perspective. Journal of Occupational Therapy Education, 6(1). https://doi.org/10.26681/jote.2022.060105

    BACKGROUND

  • Krpalek, D. (2025). Resiliency programming in OT curriculum: Implications for students, faculty, and clinicians. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 30(1), 16-19.

    BACKGROUND

  • Hammond, O., Talero Cabrejo, P., & Cruz, L. (2024). Life balance, stress, & occupational burnout in OTA students: An exploratory study. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 78(Suppl. 2), 7811500229p1. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2024.78s2-po229

    BACKGROUND

  • D'Amico, M., Behel, S., Buono, T., Garrett, A., Tucci, A., & Swain, E. (2023). The relationship between coping, burnout, and resilience for allied health professions graduate students. Tenth Annual Research Colloquium. https://nsuworks.nova.edu/ot_colloquium/Tenth/events/4

    BACKGROUND

  • Ausec, J. D. (2025). The Mauna model: A trail guide for developing competencies in occupational therapy professionals. Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate - Innovations in OT Symposium: Transforming Possibilities into Practice (p. 21). https://medica-musc.researchcommons.org/muscotd-ppotd/21

    BACKGROUND

  • Shin J, McCarthy M, Schmidt C, Zellner J, Ellerman K, Britton M. Prevalence and Predictors of Burnout Among Occupational Therapy Practitioners in the United States. Am J Occup Ther. 2022 Jul 1;76(4):7604205080. doi: 10.5014/ajot.2022.048108.

    PMID: 35709003BACKGROUND

  • Popova ES, J Hahn B, Morris H, Loomis K, Shy E, Andrews J, Iacullo M, Peters A. Exploring Well-Being: Resilience, Stress, and Self-Care in Occupational Therapy Practitioners and Students. OTJR (Thorofare N J). 2023 Apr;43(2):159-169. doi: 10.1177/15394492221091271. Epub 2022 Apr 28.

    PMID: 35481402BACKGROUND

  • Morales-Rodriguez FM, Perez-Marmol JM, Brown T. Education Burnout and Engagement in Occupational Therapy Undergraduate Students and Its Associated Factors. Front Psychol. 2019 Dec 20;10:2889. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2019.02889. eCollection 2019.

    PMID: 31920897BACKGROUND

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Burnout, Psychological

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Stress, PsychologicalBehavioral SymptomsBehavior

Study Design

Study Type
interventional
Phase
not applicable
Allocation
NA
Masking
NONE
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE CARE
Intervention Model
SINGLE GROUP
Model Details: This research will use a convergent parallel mixed-methods pilot design to assess both feasibility and participant outcomes. Approximately 30 first-year students enrolled in the hybrid Doctor of Occupational Therapy program at Nova Southeastern University will be invited to participate. The resiliency program will be integrated into the curriculum and delivered throughout the first year of study.
Sponsor Type
OTHER
Responsible Party
SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

September 16, 2026

First Posted

September 29, 2026

Study Start

July 1, 2026

Primary Completion (Estimated)

April 30, 2027

Study Completion (Estimated)

June 30, 2027

Last Updated

September 29, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-09

Data Sharing

IPD Sharing
Will not share

IPD involves student information which is protected under FERPA. Data that will be shared in publication or conference presentations will be limited to intervention protocol, statistical analysis, and de-identified quotes to support qualitative analysis.

Locations

US(1)