Ontario College Diploma in Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant

Occupational Therapist Assistants and Physiotherapist Assistants work with registered occupational therapists and physiotherapists to enable clients to cope with their limitations in movement, daily function, activity andor occupational performance, whether temporary or permanent. With ever-increasing numbers of aging people requiring assistance to continue a full life, the need has never been greater for occupational therapists(OTs), physiotherapists (PTs) and their assistants. While a great deal of work these days is with seniors, there's also much to be done with those recovering from surgery, health conditions such as cancer or stroke, and chronic conditions such as arthritis. You can help people get back into their lives - as an Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant.As an OTA and PTA, you'll help awaken people's physical potential - and learn more about yourself in the process.

Students applying to Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant must meet the following requirements OSSD including Gr 12 C English and any two Gr 11 or 12 C Sciences OSSD with majority of courses at College (C ) or Open (O) unless otherwise stated. Grade 12 C courses will be accepted where Gr 11 C course requirements are listed. Where College level courses are listed, U and M courses will be accepted.