Occupational Therapy Assistant
The Occupational Therapy Assistant program prepares graduates to function
as members of the health care team.
Working under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist, the occupational therapy assistant helps disabled people of all ages acquire, improve, or regain independent living skills.
The graduate Occupational Therapy Assistant will be responsible for:
- Assisting with evaluating clients & determining treatment goals
- Providing treatment
- Evaluating treatment effectiveness
- Maintaining appropriate record
- Assisting with department upkeep
The Occupational Therapy Assistant program consists of eight full-time quarters of academic work and clinical experience (called fieldwork).