Adelaide

Occupational Therapy Assistant

An Occupational Therapy Assistant works with individual clients to deliver therapy programs. You'll follow a plan prepared by an occupational therapist and you might work in a specialist clinic or in a client’s own home. Occupational Therapy Assistants might address issues such as behavioural concerns, daily living activities or fine motor skills. You might work with people with a disability, elderly people or people who are recovering from illness or injury.

Occupational Therapy Assistants need to have strong personal skills and be able to communicate with clients with a range of needs. It’s important that you are patient and can understand your clients’ concerns. Occupational Therapy Assistants should be able to follow a therapy plan and work to correct procedures.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $67,600
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a occupational therapy assistant?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
HLT33115

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Online
4 - 12 months
$2,496 - $6,501
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Patient Services Assistant Hospital Attendant Allied Health Assistant
Ward Assistant Nursing Assistant Patient Care Assistant Operating Theatre Technician Occupational Therapy Assistant Pathology Assistant
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Patient Services Assistant Hospital Attendant Allied Health Assistant Ward Assistant Nursing Assistant Patient Care Assistant Operating Theatre Technician Occupational Therapy Assistant Pathology Assistant + 6 more
HLT33021

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Allied Health Assistant Medical Imaging Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant
Therapy Aide Allied Health Professional Pathology Assistant Patient Services Assistant
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Allied Health Assistant Medical Imaging Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant Therapy Aide Allied Health Professional Pathology Assistant Patient Services Assistant + 4 more
CHC43415

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
Blended, On Campus
8 months
$100 - $3,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diversional Therapy Assistant Lifestyle Coordinator Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diversional Therapy Assistant Lifestyle Coordinator Occupational Therapy Assistant
HLT43021

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Focus)
Online
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Physiotherapy Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant Allied Health Assistant
Allied Health Professional
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Physiotherapy Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant Allied Health Assistant Allied Health Professional + 1 more
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HLT43021

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Online
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diversional Therapy Assistant Speech Pathologist Assistant Nutrition Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant Therapy Aide Allied Health Professional Allied Health Assistant Pathology Assistant Patient Care Assistant Patient Services Assistant Ward Assistant
+ 8 more
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Common questions

How can I become a occupational therapy assistant?

To become a occupational therapy assistant in Adelaide, you may want to consider completing the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Adelaide?

You can train to become a occupational therapy assistant by completing a qualification with Foundation Education. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the Adelaide area that provide occupational therapy assistant training. The nearest campus is located right in the center of Adelaide. You can also study a occupational therapy assistant course through online learning. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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