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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