« Back to full program listing
A.S. - Occupational Therapy Assistant
The Occupational Therapy Assistant works under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist to help individuals regain or accommodate to decreased range of motion, muscle strength, coordination, perception and activities of daily living, which includes dressing, eating, toileting, hygiene and home management.
The Associate of Science degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant Program is dedicated to providing educational opportunities of the intellectual, social and professional development of a diverse student population. Through its carefully balanced and sequenced curricular design over eight quarters, the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program prepares qualified students to pursue becoming occupational therapy practitioners. The program prepares students with knowledge and skills to seek entry’-level practice in a variety of contexts for an ever-changing world. The Occupational Therapy Assistant Program further seeks to lead the profession and community through its contributions in educational leadership, community and professional service, learning, and scholarship.
