Ms. Julia Song, a 2015 Occupational Therapy Assistant graduate of cohort OTAFT008, was recently awarded the Thomas A. Fuentes Community Service Award at the Stanbridge College Commencement Exercises. The award recognizes a graduate who excels in giving back to our community by making a significant impact on the lives of those in need. Ms. Song has […]
Stanbridge College, a technical college that offers Masters, Bachelor, and Associate of Science degrees and diploma programs in Allied Health and Information Technology, launched the first Master of Science in Occupational Therapy degree program in Orange County at its campus in Irvine, California. The 23 month program produces generalists in the occupational therapy field with […]
Occupational Therapy Assistant graduate, Jiro Francisco, COTA, loves OT, and not just the overtime he puts in to everything he sets his mind to. Jiro is the winner of the 2013 Thomas A. Fuentes Community Service Award for his dedication to his community and consistent enthusiasm he brings to the field of occupational therapy and […]
On June 7th, the Southern California Special Olympics began the 44th annual 2013 Summer Games featuring six competitions for over 1,100 athletes with disabilities in Long Beach, California. Over 100 Stanbridge students represented REACH – Beyond the Classroom™ as they volunteered their time throughout the weekend cheering, serving food, and helping the athletes during the […]
While working as a Behavior Therapist for children with Autism and going to school full-time at Stanbridge College in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program, Erika Agustin still finds time to do what she loves most: helping others. Erika’s schedule is constantly filled with community service activities. Canned food drives for the hungry, toy drives for […]
Stanbridge College Occupational Therapy Assistant student and founder of Outlaw Dogs, Kaycee Concepcion speaks for those who cannot. As she sits for our interview, her dog Smuckers, once a foster dog and now a Certified Therapy Dog, sits patiently by her side as a testament to her work and her passion for the last 10 […]
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 […]
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) students of Stanbridge College recently donated over $1700 to the Special Olympics Southern California. The OTA students hosted several fundraisers to support the non-profit and promote occupational therapy to the public and student body at Stanbridge College. On their own initiative, the OTA students worked together and hosted a bake sale, […]
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 […]
Occupational Therapy Assistant students of Stanbridge College are hosting three fundraisers for Occupational Therapy Awareness starting Monday April 23rd. All proceeds from these fundraisers will go to support the Special Olympics Southern California – a nonprofit organization that uses sports training and competition to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities to become physically fit, productive and […]