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7 Skills Successful OTA Students Need for School and Fieldwork

7 Skills Successful OTA Students Need for School and Fieldwork

Basic Overview: Successful OTA Student Traits for Academic and Clinical Growth Successful OTA students combine strong communication skills, empathy, adaptability, organization, and disciplined study habits to succeed in occupational therapy assistant programs and clinical fieldwork. These traits help students prepare for certification, patient interaction, and healthcare teamwork.1 Understanding the skills needed for occupational therapy assistant […]

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Inside the Role: What Occupational Therapy Assistants Really Do

Inside the Role: What Occupational Therapy Assistants Really Do

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 […]

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