Associate degrees in Occupational Therapist Assistant: A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of occupational therapists, to direct patient participation in skill-enhancing, learning, and motivational tasks; correct or diminish pathologies; and to provide direct health education and promotion services. Includes instruction in human life span development, occupational therapy principles and practice skills, treatment planning and implementation, record-keeping and documentation, patient education and intervention, activity and program direction, and assistive services management.
Amarillo College
Associate degree
Occupational Therapy Assistant (AAS) | Amarillo College |
Upon successful completion of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program, the graduate will be qualified to work under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist to provide services to individuals of all ages who are physically, psychologically, or developmentally disabled. The program is accredited with the American Occupational Therapy Association and the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education ACOTE. Graduates will... |
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