Category: Occupational Therapy

Explore occupational therapy resources and information at Stanbridge University, with insights into OT education and programs.

Over 65 Orange County Lives Given Second Chance from Stanbridge Blood Donors

Over 65 Orange County Lives Given Second Chance from Stanbridge Blood Donors

This December, Stanbridge College students, staff and faculty rolled up their sleeves and donated the greatest gift of all: blood. 25 blood donors donated 23 units of blood. According to the Red Cross, this was 121% of the goal they projected to the area hospitals. Each unit of blood goes to helping save one live. […]

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Therapy Students Seek Career Advice at Stanbridge Career Fair

Earlier this year, students of the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) and Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) programs at Stanbridge College connected with Southern California Therapy employers at the Therapy Programs Career Fair. The employers, ranging from Rehabilitation Centers, Acute Medical Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities and School Systems, spoke to the students about what they are looking […]

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Homeless Children of Project Hope School Get Halloween Treats from Stanbridge Students

Homeless Children of Project Hope School Get Halloween Treats from Stanbridge Students

In October, Stanbridge College REACH volunteers hosted a Halloween lunch for the homeless children of Project Hope School. The children, whose families live in shelters and motels around Orange County, were treated with a holiday lunch, candy bags and other tasty treats donated by Stanbridge College. Staff and students in the Occupational Therapy Assistant and […]

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Walkers Needed for 2012 Orange County Walk Now for Autism Speaks

  Stanbridge College encourages you and your loved ones to step up for autism awareness and walk in the 2012 Orange County Walk Now for Autism Speaks on Saturday, October 13, 2012. Autism is the fastest-growing serious developmental disorder in the U.S. Every 11 minutes, another family receives the devastating news that their child has […]

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How to Become a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA)

Becoming a certified occupational therapy assistant is easy, if you follow the proper steps and keep on task. First, set yourself up for a successful career by beginning your education in occupational therapy. After finishing high school, find a college that is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) and emphasizes licensure […]

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Infection Control Workshop – Tuesday September 18th

The Alumni Association of Stanbridge College presents the Infection Control workshop on Tuesday evening, September 18, 2012. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, one in every 20 hospitalized patients developed a healthcare-associated infection (HAI), making HAIs one of the leading causes of death and illness in the U.S. It is critical for […]

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Stanbridge College Hosts Fall 2012 Therapy Programs Career Fair on September 5th!

Stanbridge College Hosts Fall 2012 Therapy Programs Career Fair on September 5th!

Stanbridge College is pleased to announce its Fall 2012 Therapy Programs Career Fair on Wednesday, September 5, 2012. Stanbridge College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapist Assistant students will be able to network with Allied Health employers from Southern California. Attendees will meet potential employers, explore new career opportunities and gather advice on what skills […]

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August 29th Dementia Signs & Symptoms Workshop at Stanbridge College

The Alumni Association at Stanbridge College invites you to the Dementia Signs & Symptoms Workshop on Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. Worldwide, a new case of dementia arises every 4 seconds. Millions of people suffer from Huntington’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia each day. For those with dementia, their activities […]

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ACOTE Grants Seven-Year Accreditation to Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Stanbridge College

ACOTE Grants Seven-Year Accreditation to Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Stanbridge College

Stanbridge College was recently granted full accreditation status for its Associate of Occupational Science of Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) degree program by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education. Stanbridge College completed its accreditation team visit in April 2012 with zero findings, seven commendations and two recommendations. The full accreditation status was granted to Stanbridge […]

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A Future of Hope: Stanbridge College Hosts College and Career Tour for Project Hope Kids

A Future of Hope: Stanbridge College Hosts College and Career Tour for Project Hope Kids

On March 22nd, Stanbridge College welcomed the smiling faces of 6th, 7th and 8th grade students from Project Hope School and provided them with a campus tour of its Healthcare and Information Technology programs. The students, the majority of whom live in temporary housing and homeless shelters in Orange County, are members of the College […]

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