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Choose an Allied Health Career
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - provides rehabilitative
therapy that addresses the patient's everyday life tasks and daily
activities. Working under the supervision of an occupational therapist,
the OTA uses a variety of techniques and equipment to facilitate
the patient's return to independent function. They are usually responsible
for recording the patient's progress and maintaining equipment.
| Allied Health Field: |
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Occupational Therapy Assistant |
| Length of Training: |
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1 to 2 years |
| Education or Training Requirement: |
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Certificate Program or Associate's Degree |
| Requirements for Certification, Registration or Licensure: |
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Certification Exam & License |
| Earning Potential*: |
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$26,000 to $38,000 |
| Where They Work: |
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Hospitals, outpatient rehabilitation centers, nursing and
long-term care facilities, home health agencies. |
*The salary figures cited here are intended to give an idea
of the range for what one can earn within the professions listed. Each JHS partner
has its own pay scale; these figures are based on salary averages for the Year
2002. Of course, any starting salary is based on an individual's experience,
level of education and training.
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