Occupational Therapist Assistant

The Occupational Therapist Assistant certificate program at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College is a two- to four-year credential offered at this public institution in North Little Rock, Arkansas. The program trains students to work under the supervision of licensed occupational therapists in supporting patients with physical, developmental, or cognitive challenges within the health professions field under CIP code 51.0803.

The University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College also offers programs in Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, Cosmetology/Barber/Styling and Nail Instructor, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Culinary Arts/Chef Training. Students in the occupational therapist assistant program can expect coursework in occupational therapy theory, therapeutic activities, patient assessment techniques, and clinical practicums, preparing them for roles in hospitals, schools, rehabilitation centers, and community health settings.