College Diploma - Occupational Therapist Assistant And Physiotherapist Assistant (OPTA)

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant (OPTA) program at Georgian College, prospective students must meet the following Academic Requirements:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent.
• Grade 12 English (C or U).
• Grade 11 or 12 Biology (C or U) or Grade 12 Exercise Science (U), or equivalent.
• Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing.

Additionally, applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited post-secondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission.

It is important to note that:

• Criminal Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check is required prior to placement. Students should obtain their criminal reference three months before placement.
• Students must have an up-to-date immunization record in compliance with the Public Hospitals Act.
• A Hepatitis B vaccination is required for safety and may be obtained at a reduced cost through the student insurance plan.
• Level HCP CPR and Standard First Aid certification is required during the first semester of the program.
• A record of mask fit test is required prior to the start of placements.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases. Students are advised to apply as soon as possible to ensure they meet all requirements and deadlines.

Language Requirements

At Georgian College, the language of instruction is English. Therefore, all applicants whose first language is not English, or who come from countries where English is not an official language, must provide proof of English language proficiency.

To meet Georgian's language proficiency requirements, applicants must fulfill **ONE** of the following criteria:

• Completed three full years of study at the secondary school level in English in a country where English is a primary language.
• Completed one full year of study in an accredited postsecondary program in English in a country where English is a primary language.
• Possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or Canadian provincial equivalent) with an English credit (Grade 12 U, M or C) issued by a public or Catholic school board.
• Provide proof of graduation from one of the authorized Georgian College partner school pathway programs.
• Completed three years of study at a secondary private school in Ontario and received an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and English credit (Grade 12 U, M or C).

Acceptable language tests include, but are not limited to:

* Duolingo will forward your test results directly to Georgian College.

** Require minimum bands of 22 in writing and 22 in speaking.

*** Minimum bands of 50.

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.