Occupational Therapy Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
Occupational Therapy Assistants help clients of all ages return to their daily activities by using meaningful, occupation-based activities to improve health and wellness. Occupational therapy focuses on improvement in self-care, work, play/leisure, education, and psychosocial skills. An OTA may act as an educator, an advocate, a coach, an inventor, or a motivator. OTAs are employed by hospitals, long-term care facilities, school systems, or community agencies. Employment opportunities are expected to grow 27% through 2014.
The Occupational Therapy Assistant program is designed to prepare students for generalized practice under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. Through didactic, laboratory, and clinical education components, students will have the opportunity to gain understanding of practice with clients ranging in age from the very young to the very old. Practice within a variety of settings including school, medical, work, community, and mental health will be explored.
The Occupational Therapy Assistant program has been granted Accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). AOTA is located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, P.O. Box 31220, Bethesda, MD 20824-1220. ACOTE's telephone number c/o AOTA is 301-652-AOTA (2682).
OTC's Occupational Therapy Assistant Program is located in the newly renovated Lincoln Hall building.
The following information will help get you started. Before you begin the application process, please read the Admissions Checklist.
Important Links
Complete or be currently enrolled in ALL prerequisite coursework by deadline, April 15. GPA of 2.5 is required for all prerequisite courses, with a minimum grade of C.
Program Documents
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Admission Application
- Preferred Course Sequence
- Reference Form Print three to distribute to individuals
- Program Costs Estimated cost sheet