Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Orlando Curriculum

Learn More About Cambridge’s Two-Year Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Want to become an occupational therapy assistant? Cambridge’s two-year program can help. We’ve helped many students enter the field with success. Let us support you too!

What Type of Subject Matter Will You Learn During Your Program?

Cambridge’s Occupational Therapy Assistant program will take you approximately two years to complete from start to finish. During your time with us, you’ll learn how to help patients regain critical life skills such as dressing and cooking.

You’ll also learn how to deliver basic therapy to patients struggling with painful medical conditions such as arthritis. Plus, you’ll learn strategies for helping patients through self-care activities to improve their mental health.

Our program has been designed to give you the tools necessary for a successful career as an occupational therapist assistant. It also prepares you to take and pass the necessary NBCOT certification exam for licensing.

Some of the subject matter you’ll study throughout your program may include:

• Basics of occupational therapy
• Pediatric occupational therapy
• Psychology
• Health science
• Kinesiology
• Administrative procedures
• Anatomy and physiology

Explore the Many Benefits Offered Through Cambridge

You’ll study while enjoying the wide-open learning space on our Orlando-area campus, which is located in Altamonte Springs. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to take advantage of plenty of other benefits:

• In-depth study: Occupational therapy is a vast field that requires knowledge in various subjects. Our program includes the in-depth and focused courses you need to start your career with confidence.
• Hands-on training: You’ll be able to work in real-world scenarios in local healthcare facilities to supplement your classroom study. As a result, you’ll be prepared for whatever comes your way as you start your career.
• Job placement services: Need help finding a job after graduation? We’re here to help. We partner with local healthcare facilities to place our graduates in open positions. In fact, we place students daily.
• Convenience: Our Orlando-area campus is close to shops and restaurants as well as public transportation for your convenience.

Number	Course Title	Semester Credits	Clock Hours
BCS 1085	Anatomy & Physiology I	3	45
BCS 1085L	Anatomy & Physiology I Lab	1	30
BCS 1086	Anatomy & Physiology II	3	45
BCS1086L	Anatomy & Physiology II Lab	1	30
ENC 1101	English Composition	3	45
HSC 1000	Introduction to Health Science	3	45
MAC 1105	College Algebra	3	45
MEA 1239	Medical Terminology	2	30
PSY 1012	Introduction to Psychology	3	45
SPC 1016	Fundamentals of Speech	3	45
Total General Ed		25	405
OTA 102	Introduction to Occupational Therapy	3	45
OTA 130	Occupational Analysis	2	30
OTA 108	Growth & Development	3	45
OTA 115	Principles of OT in Mental Health	3	60
OTA 125	Kinesiology	3	45
OTA 110	Fundamentals of Occupational Therapy	2	30
OTA 206	Human Occupations I	4	75
OTA 215	Principles of OT in Physical Health	4	60
OTA 220	Clinical I	2	90
OTA 209	Human Occupations II	3	60
OTA 230	Administrative Procedures	2	30
OTA 245	Pediatric Practice for the OTA	4	75
OTA 250	Specific Populations for the OTA	3	50
OTA 226	Seminar Strategies	2	30
OTA 221	Clinical II	7	320
OTA 222	Clinical III	7	320
Total Core		54	1365
Total Program		79	1770

At the end of your program, you’ll be ready for entry-level employment at local facilities such as hospitals, therapy centers and long-term care centers.

Reach Out to Cambridge Today to Get Started

Occupational therapy is a growing field full of opportunities for aspiring occupational therapy assistants. Cambridge is here to help you reach your career goals. To learn more about our Occupational Therapy Assistant program or to get started, call our team at 877-206-4279 or send us a message.