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Occupational Therapy Assistant (126) |
Associate of Applied Science: Occupational Therapy Assistant |
The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) prepares students for entry-level employment as occupational therapy assistants in acute-care hospitals, in-patient and out-patient rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, developmental centers, school-based therapy programs, pediatric facilities, and mental health facilities. Graduates of the program are equipped to assist individuals in meeting a level of independence to perform the occupational roles necessary for productive living. Such roles may include tasks related to self-care, work, or leisure for those disabled by illness, accidents, or by developmental or psychiatric impairment.
Admission to the college does not guarantee admission to the OTA program. Entrance requirements for this program include: successful completion of BIO 141 and ENG 111; VPT placement into MTH 154 with no co-requisite required or successful completion of an equivalent or higher level college math class; grade point average of 2.75 or higher; 30 hours of documented observation time in at least two separate locations with an occupational therapist (OTR) or an occupational therapy assistant (COTA); documented attendance of at least one OTA Program Open House within 12 months preceding program application; and a personal interview with the Program Staff. A writing sample may also be required for admission. For additional information regarding admission, continuance, and graduation requirements, go to tcc.edu (search keywords "occupational therapy assistant").
Individuals in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program may elect to pursue professional certification following completion of the A.A.S. The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) offers a national certification examination for the occupational therapy assistant. After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). All states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination.
The Occupational Therapy Assistant program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 510E Bethesda, MD 20814. ACOTE’s telephone number, c/o AOTA is (301) 652-6611, and its web address is www.acoteonline.org.
This program prepares students to sit for professional exams and/or apply for professional licensure that is required for employment in the related occupation in Virginia. ACOTE® accredited occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant educational programs satisfy the states' educational requirements in all states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Students graduating from an ACOTE® accredited occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant educational program are eligible to take the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification exam and apply for licensure in all states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. For more information regarding state qualifications and licensure requirements, please refer to the AOTA State Licensure webpage (https://www.aota.org/Advocacy-Policy/State-Policy/Licensure/StateRegs.aspx).
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Virginia Beach |
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✫BIO 141 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I
| 4 | NAS 2 or acceptable NAS 2 Challenge Exam score | None |
ENG 111 | College Composition I
| 3 | None | None |
✦SDV 101 | Orientation to Health Care
| 1 | None | None |
___________ | Humanities Elective 1
| 3 | | |
HLT 150 | Cross Cultural Health and Wellness Practices
| 1 | None | None |
Semester Total: 12 |
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HLT 143 |
Medical Terminology I
| 3 | None | None |
✦OCT 100 |
Introduction to Occupational Therapy
| 3 | Admission into program | None |
OCT 201 |
Occupational Therapy with Psychosocial Dysfunction
| 3 | Admission into program | None |
PSY 231 |
Life Span Human Development I
| 3 | None | None |
Semester Total: 12 |
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✫NAS 177 | Upper Extremity Anatomy and Kinesiology
| 2 | Admission into program | None |
OCT 206 | Dyadic and Group Dynamics
| 3 | Admission into program | None |
✫OCT 225 | Neurological Concepts for Occupational Therapy Assistants
| 4 | Admission into program | None |
PSY 232 | Life Span Human Development II
| 3 | None | None |
Semester Total: 12 |
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✴OCT 190 | Coordinated Internship in Occupational Therapy (Psychosocial Dysfunction) 2
| 1 | Admission into program | None |
OCT 202 | Occupational Therapy with Physical Disabilities
| 4 | Admission into program | None |
OCT 205 | Therapeutic Media
| 2 | Admission into program | None |
Semester Total: 7 |
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✴OCT 190 | Coordinated Internship in Occupational Therapy (Physical Dysfunction) 2
| 1 | Admission into program | None |
OCT 203 | Occupational Therapy with Developmental Disabilities
| 4 | Admission into program | None |
OCT 207 | Therapeutic Skills
| 4 | Admission into program | None |
OCT 208 | Occupational Therapy Service Management
| 3 | Admission into program | None |
OCT 210 | Assistive Technology in Occupational Therapy
| 2 | Admission into program | None |
OCT 220 | Occupational Therapy for the Adult
| 2 | Admission into program | None |
Semester Total: 16 |
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✴OCT 290 | Coordinated Internship in Occupational Therapy (Psychosocial Dysfunction) 2,3
| 4 | Admission into program | None |
✴OCT 290 | Coordinated Internship in Occupational Therapy (Physical Dysfunction) 2,3
| 4 | Admission into program | None |
Semester Total: 8 |
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Total Minimum Credits: 67
1Eligible courses are listed under . Students should consult with an academic advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s). |
2Due to the limited number of available clinical sites in the region, students may have to travel to a distant site or stay temporarily near a facility. |
3Students must complete all OCT 290 Level II fieldwork within 18 months following completion of the didactic portion of the program. |
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✦ Gateway Course - A course that serves as an introduction to the program and is typically offered early in the program. |
✫ Critical Course - A course faculty have identified as one that students should complete successfully, with a high level of understanding and comprehension, to progress in the program. |
❖ Milestone Course - Key intervals of program completion, if applicable. |
✴ Experiential Learning - A course where students can expect hands-on experiences and/or practical exposure opportunities which could be in or out of the classroom. |
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