Occupational Therapy Assistant (AAS)

Occupational Therapy Assistant

 

Occupational Therapy Assistant
(AAS)

 

Program Information

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program Information

Associate of Applied Science

 

CurriculumAccreditationPerformance

 

Occupational therapy assistants, working under the supervision of occupational therapists, provide skilled treatments to individuals across the lifespan. Treatment interventions are designed to promote successful engagement in everyday activities (occupations). These include the skills necessary for learning, social interaction and recovery from emotional, physical or cognitive limitations.

A felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT examination or attain state licensure.

 

Additional Program Information

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program (AAS)

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Program Handbook

Program Mission & Outcomes

By the end of the program, students will...

  • Apply ethical standards and safety guidelines during the Occupational Therapy (OT) Process.
  • Apply knowledge of global practices, scientific practice, medical terminology, and anatomy and physiology in order to demonstrate the basic tenets of entry- level occupational therapy practice.
  • Assist in evaluation and screening processes by gathering data, administering assessments, assisting with interpretation, reporting results, and collaborating with Occupational Therapist to establish goals.
  • Perform interventions by planning, selecting, implementing, grading according to activity analysis, modifying intervention plans, and therapeutic use of self.
  • Communicate in all formats, written, oral, nonverbal and electronic, with a diverse client population, interdisciplinary team members, and the public in a professional and effective manner.
  • Display professional behaviors through self-responsibility, response to feedback, work behaviors, time management, interpersonal skills, and cultural competence.
  • Prepare to sit for the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam.

Effective: Summer 2020

Baker College Mission and Vision

 

Student Learning Outcomes

Academic Plan

Additional Program Information

Health Forms:  Baker College Health Information Form 

Please see the 2023-2024 Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Handbook for any additional program information.

 

Professional Program Application (formerly LEA)

For more information about Professional Program Application (formerly LEA), visit baker.edu/PPA.

 

Library Resources

Visit the Baker College Research Guide page for library research resources for this program.

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Clinical / Work Experience Information

For information about Clinical Hours and Fieldwork, please see the 2023-2024 Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Handbook.

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Career Readiness

Visit the Career Readiness page for more information and resources on preparing for your future career.

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Occupational Therapy Assistant Information