
City of Charlotte
Mayor’s Youth Employment Program (MYEP)
MYEP works with local businesses to provide high schoolers with summer internships across industries and career pathways.
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.
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.
Mayor’s Youth Employment Program (MYEP)
MYEP works with local businesses to provide high schoolers with summer internships across industries and career pathways.
Health Careers Initiatives
South Piedmont AHEC develops initiatives to educate pre-college youth, especially underrepresented minorities, about health careers and academic preparedness.
Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program (MAAP)
Entry-level program designed to provide on-the-job training in routine administrative and clinical medical assisting skills within outpatient clinic settings.
AOTF Scholarships
The American Occupational Therapy Foundation offers multiple scholarships for occupational therapy students annually, with amounts varying.
Occupationaltherapy.com Scholarship
OccupationalTherapy.com offers two annual scholarships of $5,000 each for graduate students in occupational therapy.
E.K. Wise Scholarship
This scholarship supports students pursuing an entry-level occupational therapy (OT) or occupational therapy assistant (OTA) degree from diverse backgrounds.