Occupational Therapy : Occupational Therapy Assistant

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• Eligibility to earn a CPD & QLS endorsed certificate.
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The Occupational Therapy: Occupational Therapy Assistant course is designed to provide learners with the essential knowledge to work effectively as an Assistant in healthcare settings. This course explores the role of an Assistant supporting occupational therapists to improve patient wellbeing and independence. Students gain insight into patient care, therapy planning, and clinical observation, understanding how an Assistant contributes to patient recovery and rehabilitation. The training also covers communication techniques, ethical considerations, and administrative duties relevant to the Assistant role, helping learners grasp the full scope of responsibilities as an Assistant.

Throughout the course, participants will examine methods and procedures used by occupational therapy teams and how an Assistant supports therapy delivery efficiently. The programme equips learners to function confidently within healthcare teams, observing, recording, and assisting as required. By completing this course, students will understand how an Assistant interacts with patients, therapists, and colleagues, ensuring a collaborative and supportive environment. The knowledge acquired will help learners perform effectively as an Assistant, enhancing patient care while developing professional skills necessary for occupational therapy support.

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Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate the duties required to perform effectively as an Assistant.
• Assist in patient care while following occupational therapy treatment plans.
• Apply communication skills to support patients as a professional Assistant.
• Record observations accurately to assist therapists in patient management.
• Evaluate therapy processes to improve performance in the Assistant role.

Who is this course for?

• Individuals aspiring to work as a professional Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Healthcare staff seeking to gain knowledge for Assistant roles.
• Students aiming to specialise in supporting occupational therapy teams.
• Care professionals wishing to become an Assistant in therapy settings.
• Graduates pursuing career opportunities as a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Career Path

• Occupational Therapy Assistant – £22,000 average salary.
• Therapy Support Worker – £21,500 average salary.
• Rehabilitation Assistant – £23,000 average salary.
• Healthcare Support Worker – £20,500 average salary.
• Physiotherapy Assistant – £22,500 average salary.
• Clinical Support Assistant – £21,000 average salary.