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Occupational Therapist Assistant and<br />
Physiotherapist Assistant<br />
LENGTH INTAKE CREDENTIAL LOCATION<br />
2 years/4 semesters Fall Ontario College Diploma Morningside<br />
9151<br />
In schools, rehabilitation centres, hospitals and other health care settings, rehabilitation<br />
professionals work with clients who need assistance performing self-care, promoting movement,<br />
improving function, and participating in vocational and leisure activities. Through current theoretical<br />
knowledge and practical experiences, you will become competent in supporting people whose ability<br />
to function has been impaired or compromised due to injury, illness, or conditions affecting daily<br />
activities. Additional areas of instruction will include respect and caring for individuals’ uniqueness,<br />
effective communication, critical thinking and decision-making. To apply your learning to industry,<br />
you will participate in several fieldwork experiences in various clinical settings with diverse client<br />
populations.<br />
Note: Due to the nature of the career, OTAs and PTAs are required to tolerate regular physical activity during the course of their<br />
work day. Your scope of practice will involve your ability to lift and transfer clients and move equipment. As such, an OTA and PTA<br />
needs to be in good overall health. It is recommended that you have a high level of fitness when entering the program. If you have<br />
any health-related issues, it is highly recommended you contact the program coordinator to ensure you are aware of the program’s<br />
requirements and the scope of practice of an OTA and PTA, and to discuss any impact this may have on your ability to fully<br />
participate in the learning throughout this program.<br />
Accreditation<br />
This program has been accredited by the Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist<br />
Assistant Education Accreditation Program (OTA and PTA EAP) in collaboration with Physiotherapy<br />
Education Accreditation Canada (PEAC) and the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists<br />
(CAOT).<br />
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS<br />
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)<br />
or equivalent, or mature student status<br />
(19 years or older)<br />
• English Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent<br />
(minimum grade required) or take the<br />
Centennial College English Skills Assessment<br />
for Admission<br />
• Biology Grade 11 C or U, or Grade 12 C or U,<br />
or Exercise Science (minimum grade<br />
required), or equivalent<br />
• English language proficiency<br />
Note: Additional requirements will apply prior to field<br />
placement. Visit the program page on our website for details.<br />
centennialcollege.ca/9151<br />
healthstudies@centennialcollege.ca<br />
416-289-5303<br />
COMMUNITY AND<br />
HEALTH STUDIES<br />
CAREER OUTLOOK<br />
Occupational therapist assistant / Physiotherapist assistant / Rehabilitation assistant<br />
92<br />
Health and Wellness<br />
centennialcollege.ca/our-programs
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