Occupational Therapist Assistant & Physiotherapist Assistant

Credential: Diploma
Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
Campus: Learning Commons, Annex
Start: September

Program Description

A combined training program for rehabilitation support roles. Students learn therapeutic exercise, mobility assistance, assistive device training, and documentation for both occupational therapy and physiotherapy settings. Two clinical placements (250 hours each) occur in hospitals, long-term care, and community rehabilitation centers. Graduates work under the supervision of registered OTs and PTs.

Admission Requirements

Grade 12 English (C or U); Grade 11 or 12 Biology (C or U); Grade 11 or 12 Physics or Chemistry (C or U); recommended related volunteer experience.

Career Outcomes

OTA/PTA, rehabilitation assistant, restorative care aide, therapy aide, mobility specialist.

Course Breakdown

Semester 1 Semester 2
OTA101 Anatomy & Physiology OTA201 Movement & Function
OTA102 Introduction to Rehabilitation OTA202 Therapeutic Exercise
OTA103 Communication in Health Care OTA203 Mental Health & Rehabilitation
OTA104 Professional Ethics OTA204 Assistive Devices
COMM101 College Communications OTA205 Clinical Placement I (250 hrs)
ELECTIVE General Education
Semester 3 Semester 4
OTA301 Neurological Conditions OTA401 Clinical Placement II (250 hrs)
OTA302 Orthopaedic Conditions OTA402 Capstone: Case Conference
OTA303 Cardiac & Respiratory Rehab OTA403 Professional Practice
OTA304 Group & Community Rehab OTA404 Career Preparation
ELECTIVE General Education ELECTIVE General Education
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  • Campus: Main Campus
  • OSAP: Eligible

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