Occupational Therapist Assistant

The Occupational Therapist Assistant certificate program at Pima Medical Institute-San Marcos is a two-to-four-year credential offered at this private for-profit institution in San Marcos, CA. Within the rehabilitation and therapeutic professions field (CIP 51.0803), the program prepares students to work under the supervision of licensed occupational therapists, assisting patients in developing, recovering, and improving skills needed for daily living and working.

Coursework typically covers therapeutic techniques, human anatomy, and patient care practices relevant to clinical, school, and community settings. Pima Medical Institute-San Marcos also offers related allied health programs including Pharmacy Technician/Assistant (certificate), Medical/Clinical Assistant (certificate), Physical Therapy Assistant (certificate), and Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist (certificate).