Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

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).

Meet Your Occupational Therapy Assistant Faculty

Mary Arnold | Kim Lawler