Many students who pursue an occupational therapy assistant (OTA) degree do it because they love working with others, especially kids. Working in pediatrics offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to…
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If you’re interested in studying occupational therapy in college, you’re likely aware of the option to pursue either an occupational therapy assistant (OTA) or occupational therapist (OT) degree. While these…
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Chances are you’ve heard about an occupational therapy assistant (OTA) before but may not know exactly what this healthcare support role entails. OTAs tend to have a more behind-the-scenes role…
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Occupational therapy assistants (OTAs) are healthcare support workers who help individuals improve their daily living skills through therapeutic activities and exercises. As one of the fastest-growing career fields, OTA is…
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When beginning the educational journey toward OTA certification, the phrase adaptive devices may be foreign to you. All new students have questions about what is involved in their future careers…
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Occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants work with individuals from many different walks of life. When you enroll in the OTA program at Villa, you will learn about the different…
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Occupational therapy assistant (OTA) is a growing field that relies on professionals with a diverse set of medical and interpersonal skills. OTAs use these skills to aid individuals experiencing physical…
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Honor Convocation is an annual event at which we celebrate our students' academic achievements. This year's Convocation was held on April 26, 2018. Eighteen students were recognized as outstanding in…
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Buffalo, NY – Just two years ago, Villa Maria College became the first private institution in Western New York to offer an Occupational Therapy Assistant program. Classes in the new…
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Each year, students, families, faculty and staff gather in our recital hall to celebrate the academic achievements of our students throughout the school year. This year's event took place yesterday, April 27, 2017. Twenty-three…
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