Kapi'olani Community College, a school in the University of Hawai'i system, offers an accredited associate in science degree in occupational therapy assisting. The program emphasizes the performance of technical and clinical skills, knowledge of multicultural perspectives and application of the basic tenets and theories of occupational therapy. Classes include concepts for pediatrics, therapeutic activities and mental health concepts. In addition to in-class curriculum, students also complete a fieldwork experience during the program.
Kapi'olani Community College
4303 Diamond Head Rd.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96816
808-734-9000
kapiolani.Hawaii.edu
Students at Green River Community College can achieve an associate of applied science degree in occupational therapy assisting. The curriculum includes material on physical disabilities, psychosocial dysfunction and workplace issues. Students complete introductory and fundamental health courses before moving on to more advanced topics and clinical fieldwork. Class size for lecture courses is around 30 students, while laboratory classes typically have around 16 students. Students must maintain a "C" or better in all courses to complete the degree.
Green River Community College
12401 SE 320th St.
Auburn, WA 98092
253-833-9111
greenriver.edu
North Shore Community College offers an associate of science degree in occupational therapy assisting that can be completed in two years if taken full-time. Students may also elect to take the program on a part-time basis and complete the degree in three years. In-class curriculum includes work in the topics of therapeutic group process, current topics in occupational therapy and general psychology. In addition to classwork, students complete two semesters of fieldwork in their final year of study.
North Shore Community College
1 Ferncroft Rd.
Danvers, MA 01923
978-762-4000
northshore.edu