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Occupational Therapist Assistant Physiotherapist Assistant

Program information

Algonquin College

Program overview

The two-year Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant Ontario College Diploma program gives you the knowledge and skills to work under an Occupational Therapist and or Physiotherapist Occupational Therapist Assistants and Physiotherapist Assistants play a vital supporting role in the assessment planning and implementation of therapeutic care for patients with the goal of achieving functional independence and occupational performance They help teach clients to cope with limits in movement daily functioning and activities Through classroom theory lab techniques group work and practical experience you prepare to work with patients coping with health limitations During various clinical placements you apply theory and knowledge while further developing your skills With more than 600 hours of clinical placements during the program you increase your understanding of the field and gain confidence assisting professional therapists in various healthcare facilities

Duration: 12

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