Occupational Therapist Assistant

The Occupational Therapist Assistant program at the University of Southern Indiana is a two- to four-year certificate offered at this public institution in Evansville, IN. The program falls within the allied health diagnostic and intervention services field (CIP 51.0803) and prepares students to assist licensed occupational therapists in helping patients develop, recover, and improve daily living and work skills.

The University of Southern Indiana offers a variety of health and technical programs that may complement this credential. Related programs on campus include Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist at the associate level, as well as Health/Health Care Administration/Management and Long Term Care Administration/Management at the bachelor's level. Students interested in applied technical fields may also explore Engineering/Industrial Management programs offered at both the associate and bachelor's levels. The Occupational Therapist Assistant program is designed to prepare graduates for roles in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, and long-term care facilities.