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Diploma in Occupational Therapist Assistant / Physiotherapist Assistant Algonquin College - Ottawa Campus, Canada
CAD 16839
Annual Tuition Fee
CAD 95
Application Fee
24 months
Duration
6
IELTS
83
TOEFL
50%
Min GPA
Program Overview
The two-year Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant Ontario College Diploma program gives you the knowledge and skills to work under an Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist. Occupational Therapist Assistants and Physiotherapist Assistants play a vital supporting role in the assessment, planning and implementation of therapeutic care for patients with the goal of achieving functional independence and occupational performance. They help teach clients to cope with limits in movement, daily functioning and activities.
Through classroom theory, lab techniques, group work and practical experience, you prepare to work with patients coping with health limitations. During various clinical placements, you apply theory and knowledge while further developing your skills. With more than 600 hours of clinical placements during the program, you increase your understanding of the field and gain confidence assisting professional therapists in various healthcare facilities.
Upon graduating, you may find work in:
- Hospitals
- Health centres
- Community organizations
- Rehabilitation facilities
- Private clinics, and
- Long-term care
Additional Information
Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma
College/University Processing Time 7 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
General Admission Requirement
- IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 5.5
- TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 83 - With no score less than - 20
- PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 60 - With no score less than - 53
- DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0 Minimum Literacy - 120.0
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including these required courses:
- English Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).
- Mathematics Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent).
- Biology Grade 11 or 12.
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
16839
Tuition Fee
(CAD)
CAD 95
Application Fee
(CAD)
11000 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(CAD)
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