Are you an empathetic individual who is interested in the overall health and wellness of others? Explore a career as an Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapist Assistant - the need has never been greater.

 

With ever-increasing numbers of aging people requiring assistance to continue a full life and with changes to the way health care services are delivered, the need has never been greater for Occupational Therapist Assistants and Physiotherapist Assistants.

 

The Lambton College Occupational Therapist & Physiotherapist Assistant, Ontario College Diploma program will train students to support and enable individuals of all ages whose ability to function in their daily activities has been impaired due to illness, injury, surgery, or chronic health conditions. Students learn how to assist in implementing treatment plans that promote a client's independence in activities that are meaningful and important to them.

 

The unique program curriculum will engage students throughout the four terms, as students learn how to assist clients to achieve their health goals and improve their quality of life. The faculty members in the program are experienced occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and assistants who work in a variety of health care settings. Faculty will ensure that students are well equipped with theoretical knowledge, training, and hands-on experience to become successful health care professionals. The integration of in-class studies with hands-on experience is accomplished through rich experiential lab opportunities and practice in a variety of clinical fieldwork placement settings.