Aurelia K Alexander
- aurelia.alexander@famu.edu
- PHONE
- 850-561-2018
- OFFICE
- Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Lewis-Beck Bldg., Room 311
Monday/Wednesday - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Thursday - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
OTH 5033 Concepts in Occupational Therapy - Mon. Wed. - 8:30 am - 10:00 am
OTH 6727 Competency in Occupational Therapy II - Online
Aurelia K. Alexander is an Associate Professor at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical
University (FAMU) in the Occupational Therapy program. She has practiced occupational
therapy for 32 years in the areas of acute care, outpatient rehabilitation (pediatrics),
neonatal intensive care nursery (Level III), and academic education. She received
a credential in the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) for Effective
College Instruction in 2021-2022. Dr. Alexander holds certifications in Neonatal Oral
Motor Skills (NOMAS) and Kinesio Taping for Pediatrics and Adults. Her clinical and
research interests are in the areas of pediatric occupational therapy, feeding and
eating; student success in test preparation and clinical preparation, Hip Hop and
Black Excellence and access to therapeutic services.
Dr. Alexander is a member of the University Athletic committee. She is an advisor
for the Student Occupational Therapy Association, FAMU chapter. Dr. Alexander is a
member of the Leon County chapter of The Charmettes, Incorporated, where she is the
local treasurer and the national Sergeant at Arms. She is a member of the Ladies Art
and Social Club with her beloved mother. She is a proud legacy member of Alpha Kappa
Alpha Sorority of 34 years, where she participates in committees of Health, Protocol,
Scholarship and Awards, and Founders’ Day, as well as the variety of national program
initiatives. Currently, she is participating in the Empower Our Families program.
Dr. Alexander is a life member of FAMU National Alumni Association. Dr. Alexander
enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and traveling.
- Student Success in Test Preparation
- Student Success in Clinical Preparation
- Student Success with Hip Hop and Black Excellence
- Pediatric Occupational Therapy with Client and Family Centered Focus
- College Football
- Reading
- Traveling
- Chatham University - December 2012
OTD - Occupational Therapy Doctorate
Capstone Title: Effectiveness of Online Test Preparatory Course on Mock Registration
Examination Scores for Occupational Therapy Students at a Historically Black College and University - Boston University - September 2007
M.S. in Occupational Therapy
Thesis Title: “Effectiveness of Artificial Oral Feeding Methods in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)” - Florida A&M University - August 1991
B.S. in Occupational Therapy - University of Florida - August 1989
Associate of Arts
- Associate Professor, School of Allied Health Sciences, 2016-Present
- Student Success Coordinator, School of Allied Health Sciences, Pre-Occupational Therapy, Division of Health Science, 2023-Present
- Assessment Coordinator, School of Allied Health Sciences, Dean’s Level, School of
Allied Health Sciences, 2023-Present
Florida A&M University, Tallahassee, FL - Assistant Professor, School of Allied Health Sciences, 2008-2016
Florida A&M University, Tallahassee, FL - Occupational Therapist, 1991-2008
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital – Tallahassee, FL - Consultant Occupational Therapist, 2005-2008
Children’s Home Society, Tallahassee, FL
- Certification in Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) for Effective College Instruction; May 2022
- Certification Neonatal Oral Motor Assessment Scale (NOMAS) License199932; 1999-2025
- Certification Kinesiotaping Adult and Pediatric; 2008-Present
- Featured Faculty in Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) for Inclusive Teaching for Equitable Learning; Embracing Diversity in Your Classroom; 2021
- Member, Special Events Advisory Committee, City of Tallahassee Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Affairs, 2020-Present
- Secretary and member of the Board of Directors, National Society of Allied Health, 2018-Present
- 2009 Distinguished Alumnus, Occupational Therapy, School of Allied Health Sciences
Florida A&M University, Tallahassee, FL
- OTH 5205 Pediatrics in Occupational Therapy
- OTH 5205L Pediatrics in Occupational Therapy Lab
- OTH 5935 Interventions in Occupational Therapy
- OTH 5033 Concepts in Occupational Therapy
- OTH 6727 Competency in Occupational Therapy II
- OTH 6830 Community Models: Mental Health
- OTH 6833 Community Models: Practicum