Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant (OTPA)
Credential:
Diploma
Tuition fee:
7093.00/Semester (CAD)
Is highly competitive:
No
School:
Durham CollegeLength:
4 Semesters
Category:
Health & Communities Services
Level:
Undergraduate
Type:
Regular
Instruction language:
English
Application Fee:
100.00 CAD
Campuses:
Oshawa
Intake and availability
Intake
Status
Program overview
Whether you’re interested in a career in health care, rehabilitation or social services, the Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant program will prepare you to work with clients of all ages with a variety of physical, cognitive, emotional and developmental conditions. Working under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist and/or physiotherapist, you will maximize physical function and occupational performance to promote increased daily functioning and overall well-being for your clients. Hands-on labs begin in semester one where you learn and practice therapy skills in small groups to prepare you for success in the field. This program offers 584 clinical hours in a range of unique and diverse placement settings.
Academic requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
AND - Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 11 or 12 biology (C, M or U)
- Two additional senior level credits