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Occupational Therapy Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) are vital to rehabilitation. They work closely with OTs to perform practical therapeutic activities, monitor progress, collaborate with healthcare professionals, educate clients and their families, and adjust treatment plans.

This role requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to patient health. Opportunities for career advancement include specialization in telehealth and pediatrics.

Explore the pathway below to learn more.

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Internships, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and employer programs provide exciting pathways to becoming a COTA in the Charlotte metro area.

Apprenticeships offer hands-on training and mentorship, allowing them to gain practical experience while receiving guidance from experienced professionals. Internships provide real-world exposure to the practice, helping them develop essential skills. Tuition assistance makes occupational therapy education more accessible by alleviating financial burdens. Employer programs, such as training initiatives and mentorship opportunities, support professional growth and advancement throughout their career journey.

Apprenticeships/Internships

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Tuition Assistance Programs

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Pilot International

Pilot International Scholarships

For undergraduate students preparing for a career working with youth and young adults in leadership and development, helping people and encouraging brain safety and health, or caring for families during times of need.

Tuition Assistance
Tuition Assistance

The Truman Foundation

Truman Scholarship

Receive up to $30,000 for graduate or professional school, participate in leadership development activities, and have special opportunities for internships and employment with the federal government.

Tuition Assistance
Tuition Assistance

The American Occupational Therapy Foundation

North Carolina - The Jane Davis Rourk Memorial Endowed Scholarship

To honor the memory and legacy of Jane Davis Rourk, AOTF and NCOTA are proud to offer this scholarship to support an OT student in pursuit of their degree.

Tuition Assistance
Tuition Assistance

North Carolina Occupational Therapy Association, Inc

The NCOTA Student Scholarship

This scholarship supports local occupational therapy practitioner students and the future of the occupational therapy profession.

Tuition Assistance
Tuition Assistance

The American Occupational Therapy Foundation

Carlotta Welles Scholarship

$500 scholarship for study leading to an occupational therapy associate degree at an accredited institution.

Tuition Assistance
Tuition Assistance

American Occupational Therapy Association

Assembly of Student Delegates

Provides a mechanism for the expression of student perspectives, and offers a means whereby students can have effective input into the affairs of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).

Tuition Assistance
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