OTA 231 — ENTERING THE OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
ASSISTANT PROFESSION This course addresses professional advocacy to state or federal legislators and the promotion of occupational therapy services to the general public. Students investigate their own personality type to determine how communication is affected “on the job” while participating in Fieldwork Level II. Students will describe department responsibilities of the occupational therapy assistant (OTA) while in “real life” situations. Students also complete certification testing preparation and reflect on the importance of continued competency and life-long learning. 1 credit