Occupational Therapy University's OT Assistant Programs at Toronto College

In today's competitive job market, employers areenvironment equipped with a wide range of tools
seeking to hire graduates that are highly specializedused in industry at the Centennial Science and
and well trained. You can't afford to waste your timeTechnology Centre Campus. Faculty members ensure
with an education that won't help you get the jobthat you are provided with the educational tools,
you want. At Centennial College, all our programs aretraining and hands-on experience necessary to meet
geared for success.career challenges with enthusiasm, professionalism
As part of your program, you will not only learn howand current industry knowledge.
to use the latest cutting edge tools, but you will alsoCentennial College expects students applying for
learn how to apply the latest principles from businessadmission to certificate or diploma programs to
professionals. To compliment your classroom learning,present at minimum an Ontario Secondary School
you will also get hands-on experience in the labs.Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent or be 19 years of age
Centennial's staff not only believe in providingor older. Possession of minimum admission
students with the best teaching experience possible,requirements does not guarantee admission to the
but also to offer the best guidance and careerprogram.
advice.Academic Requirements
Overview- Compulsory English 12C, or U or skills assessment,
Occupational therapy assistants and physiotherapyor equivalent
assistants work under the supervision of registered- Biology 11C or U or equivalent
occupational therapists and physiotherapists toNon-Academic Requirements
support people whose ability to function and adapt- Due to the nature of this profession, it is
has been impaired by injury, illness, the process ofrecommended that you have a high level of fitness
aging, developmental disability or emotional disability.when entering the program
Students of Centennial's OTA & PTA programProgram/ Placement Requirements
benefit from high academic standards, personal- Certifications must be valid for the entire field
attention, and the opportunity to develop skills in anplacement.