Occupational Therapy Assisting, like Nursing, is a rewarding field that can provide job growth and financial security. With the anticipated increase in job availability and the stable source of income both result in, it’s clear why they are such desirable career paths for so many of our students. Career Growth Potential A career as an …
Category Archives: Occupational Therapy Assistant
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Occupational therapy is a form of therapy for those recovering from a physical or mental illness/injury that encourages rehabilitation through the performance of daily activities. Though there are many reasons that the occupational therapy field is growing, rising elderly populations are a large factor. The increase in life expectancy has led to a significant, corresponding …
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Several Eastwick College graduates were recognized as some of the best Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants (COTAs) in New Jersey for their outstanding work in their field by New Jersey Family! These professionals were nominated between June 2018 and May 2019 by real New Jersey parents whose children have regular visits with these COTAs. This curated …
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When someone finds difficulties in day-to-day activities due to an injury, illness or disability, an Occupational Therapy Assistant may be needed. If you love to help others, consider critical thinking to be a strong skill of yours, you are compassionate and hard-working, this might be the perfect profession for you. Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary Average …
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a career in OTA is one of the highest paid occupations for workers with only an associate degree. A 30% increase in employment is expected by 2026, more than four times the average for other occupations. For those interested in this growing field, Eastwick College offers an accelerated …
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Occupational Therapy Assisting (OTA) is forecast to have a 30% employment increase by 2026. The average OTA annual salary is just over $65,000 in the NY/NJ Metro Area, making it one of the highest paid occupations for those with only an associate degree. Eastwick College quickly realized the need for an Occupational Therapy Assisting program …
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