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Rehabilitation Therapy Assistants (RTAs) work with physiotherapists and occupational therapists to aid in the recovery of patients. CDI College's Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant (Occupational Therapist Assistant - Physiotherapist Assistant) program is for students with an interest in human development, including injury, functional movement, human disorders, and more.

Upon graduation, you will have the skills, knowledge, values, and behaviours necessary to work in a variety of healthcare and community settings, including clinics, hospitals, and rehabilitation centres.

You will learn bio-chemistry, body mechanics and systems, anatomy and physiology, therapeutic exercise, and the use of advanced technological equipment.

Program Duration:
64 weeks

Your knowledge will be put to use in clinical placements in the community, in whichever specialty field you choose.

Admission Requirements:

Students must meet all of the pre-requisites listed below, meet their financial obligations with the college, and acknowledge their understanding of the college’s policies and procedures provided in the student handbook, prior to starting classes.

  • High school graduation or equivalent
  • Pass college's admissions test
  • Criminal record check (in accordance with the Criminal Records Review Act)
  • Immunization report (form provided by the College)

Additional Requirements:

  • CPR Level ‘C’ training is a requirement of this program and will be provided by the college

career options

  • Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
  • Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
  • Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA)
  • Rehabilitation Assistant

Personality Assessment

Find out what your personality is like and discover your traits, worries & concerns about taking the next step to study at school towards a new and rewarding career. This quick and easy assessment will provide you with some insight into what to focus on and what you might need to watch out for to best prepare you for your new career and school goals!

Financial Assistance

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Your education is an investment in your future. We realize that every student comes from a unique financial background, so we point you toward the financial solution that is right for you.

There are many options when it comes to financing your education, including:

Provincial Government Student Assistance

Each provincial government has its own financial assistance programs for post-secondary students. Give us a call and we'll help you to get the ball rolling with your personal loan application process.

RBC Royal Credit Line for Students©

The Royal Credit Line for Students lets you focus on what's important: your studies. Available to full-time and part-time students who need to finance their studies, it allows you to take charge of your financial needs in a way that fits your lifestyle.

The Royal Credit Line for Students is different from a traditional loan in that it lets you borrow funds as you need them and pay the interest on only the amount you use without ever having to reapply. You get all the convenience and benefits with no annual fee.

As a student, you may qualify for one of RBC's best rates - Prime + 1%, which applies when you are at school and for a 12-month 'grace period' after graduation.

Further information about financial assistance is available from the Financial Representative at your nearest CDI College campus.

frequently asked questions

How to Apply?

It’s easy! To start the application process, simply fill up above form!

Why We Are Better?

We do things differently at our CDI college and that’s why we get different results.

As professionals, we believe success is a habit and not a destination. CDI students who learn the same successful habits that have been applied by many people who have come before them, often find themselves repeating and exceeding these same levels of success

Do I have to apply for financial aid each year?

Yes. Your financial situation must be reassessed each year.

Do We Offer Financial Aid?

Yes, we offer Grants, Loans and Private Student Loans.
Check for more info on our financial-aid page

Campus Locations

Winnipeg
280 Main St.
Winnipeg, MB
R3C 1A9
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