Program Listing
Georgian College, Ontario-Canada
Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant
Shortlist Program
Program Listing
Shortlist Program
Program Details
2 Year - Undergraduate Diploma
Course Duration:
2 Years
Application Fee:
100 CAD
Tuition Fee:
18072.16 CAD/Year
Intake:
Fall 2023: Barrie Winter 2024: Barrie
Students are provided with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to function competently in the role of an Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant (OTA and PTA) in a complex health care environment. They are prepared to work under the supervision of and in collaboration with occupational therapists and physiotherapists, and assist therapists to teach and enable clients to effectively cope with limitations in movement and daily functioning, whether temporary or permanent, during and following recovery. Students partake in a combination of practical and theoretical learning achieved through classroom, laboratory and field placements. Learning will take place with an inter-professional approach to meet the needs of clients in acute and community settings.
OSSD or equivalent with Grade 12 English (C or U) Grade 11 or 12 biology (C or U) OR Grade 12 exercise science (U), or equivalent Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing.
Tuition Fees mentioned above is an approximate value from the college website. Exact tuition will be mentioned in your Letter of Acceptance from the institute. For accurate Admission requirements visit college/university program page.