What Is an Occupational Therapy Assistant? What is an occupational therapy assistant? OTAs work under the supervision of licensed Occupational Therapists to help people regain independence after injury or illness.¹ Occupational Therapists (OTs) are licensed professionals who assess patients, create treatment plans, and oversee therapy programs.² The OTA field continues to grow, especially in states […]
Helping someone rebuild their life after an injury or illness takes more than treatment. It takes teamwork, connection, consistency, and care. Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) are vital to that effort. What does an occupational therapy assistant do? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) work under the supervision of licensed Occupational […]
Occupational therapy assistants play a critical role in today’s healthcare system. Working directly with clients and under the supervision of licensed occupational therapists, OTAs help individuals of all ages improve the skills they need for daily life. From recovering after injury to supporting children with developmental challenges, the work is both hands-on and deeply impactful. […]
As you consider or pursue a career as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), you’re stepping into a rewarding field that profoundly impacts people’s lives. Whether exploring OTA programs or already immersed in your studies, cultivating certain traits will help you in your education. Below are six key traits that will help you through any occupational […]
Stanbridge University presents Student Stories to highlight stories of hard work, dedication, and reasons for studying healthcare. This week we are featuring Jannah Del Mundo, an OTA student hoping to make the most out of Stanbridge’s hands-on learning.
If you have a bachelor’s degree in psychology, you might be wondering: what’s next? A psychology degree is certainly versatile, with a wide variety of career options as a result. Occupational therapy is one such career path. Becoming an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant offers an exciting way for you to use your psychology degree!
OTA Schools California: Find the right fit for you Looking for OTA Schools in California? Stanbridge University’s Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program offers exciting hands-on learning opportunities. Firstly, are you passionate about helping others? Unique care and compassion set Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA) apart in the healthcare industry. Secondly, careers in occupational therapy continue to grow […]
Have you considered a career in occupational therapy? When choosing a career path, it is important to think about where you want to end up working. As an occupational therapist or an occupational therapist assistant, you have many options at your fingertips and can specialize your studies or specialty to something that you will truly […]
Stanbridge University is proud to announce its first student to win the Newman Civic Fellowship, Ms. Patricia Hansen, a current student in the Occupational Therapy Assistance Program. Newman Civic Fellows are nominated for their commitment to finding solutions for challenges facing communities throughout the country. These students represent the next generation of public problem-solvers and […]
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Student and California Campus Compact Student Fellow, Patricia Hansen, aims to encourage and support individuals undergoing therapy for traumatic brain injury. The ever-evolving technological advances in the occupational therapy field are a complex yet exciting part of occupational therapy that offers a challenge for OTAs to stay on top of the […]