Wanted to mention that OT's usually have more job availability (ex. Pediatric setting). Also the ability to work for yourself...as an OTA you wouldn't be able to unless you had an OT on site.
Great video! Currently a COTA bridging to OTR. I was looking for some videos to share with a friend who is looking into occupational therapy. I will be sharing this with her!
Hi and great video! It’s great to hear your opinions and experiences! How difficult is it academically ? I am about to start in January and I am so scared. I have completed some college courses geared to the OTA program (psychology ,medical terminology, Biology1, A&P 1, of course the needed level of college English and math) so just the beginning courses. 1-5 difficulty for these , were 5 or 4.5 not difficult at all but I herd OTA is rigorous and extremely hard. What is your opinion on the difficulty level dear?
Hello, for me kinesiology was the hardest call and I like A & P but kinesiology not so much. But I will say kinesiology will be one of the most important classes in the program that will help you once you get into the field. As for a difficulty, that’s subjective but the program will require you to study a lot. For me I would review my notes daily just to stay on top of the information. I was able to work the entire time while in the program but every program is ran a little differently. My program we had a lot of exams and end of the semester research papers, so no home assignments.But I know other students , their instructors would give them a lot of home assignments to do. If you can get through the first semester, you can make it through the program .
Thank you for this fantastic video! Is it challenging (or impossible) to find outpatient pediatric jobs as an OTA? I am thinking about doing OTA school instead of OT school but I really love working with kids and have heard that some pediatric outpatient clinics only higher OT/R’s.
I’ve heard the same. I’ve never applied to any pediatrics positions in general but I’ve wanted to do outpatient for adult and it’s really hard to get your foot in the door if you don’t have previous experience in outpatient and to be honest it’s hard to find outpatient clinics that incorporate OT. Most outpatient have PT & PTA. I’ve interviewed for a PRN outpatient position in my area two months ago which I was shocked but they weren’t too clear on their expectations for the position so I didn’t take it. You can try outpatient clinics that are affiliated with a hospital that would probably be your best bet.
Umm if pay and the amount hours you work a week isn’t at the top of your list of requirements then I will say yes. But if it is, then no it’s not in demand. Online it says it’s in demand but not really. It’s in demand right now because people are leaving and they’re offering new grads low salary’s.
thank you for this video! I am about to enter my senior year in my B.S. of Exercise Science. Does it make sense to go through an OTA program under the classification of an Associates degree? Or are there other schools that specify in Post-B.S. options for OTA?
As of now there’s no B.S degree for OTA. If you don’t want your associates and your in the process of getting your B.S, you could go for your Masters in Occupational Therapy. It all depends on what route you want to take.
Hey Joy! I stumbled upon your comment. I’m a COTA who had their BS degree first and then went back to an associates degree program. It’s super common. Most people in my class did have a BS in OTA. Several schools are beginning BS degrees for OTAs. I currently attend the university of Louisiana Monroe for their OTA to OT bridge program but they also have a bachelors degree in OTA that has recently started. Worth looking into! Good luck on your OT journey. Either route you decide to you, just know it’s definitely a rewarding (and fun!) job!
If you already have your license and degree, then you just apply to Cota jobs for pediatrics. Taking ceus with a focus on peds will help you land the job if you don’t have any prior experience with peds during your fieldwork. If you are still in school, when it comes time for your level 2 fieldwork, ask for your placement to be in a pediatric setting.
Hey I just graduated undergrad this pass December and your video has really help me decide on what path to take for Ot or OTA. What OTA program did you attend?
Wanted to mention that OT's usually have more job availability (ex. Pediatric setting). Also the ability to work for yourself...as an OTA you wouldn't be able to unless you had an OT on site.
Yes that is true, thanks for mentioning that.
Not true.
Great video! Currently a COTA bridging to OTR. I was looking for some videos to share with a friend who is looking into occupational therapy. I will be sharing this with her!
If you can give a run through on the curriculum and the level of difficulty that would be great help.
Cota prn
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God bless you spiritually, physically, mentally, and financially in Jesus name amen.
good points i believe an OT can work full time prn and make alot more than other OTs as well...
They definitely can, I know of a few OTs and COTAs that work PRN and are doing a lot better financially.
Keep up the good work hunny!
Hi and great video! It’s great to hear your opinions and experiences! How difficult is it academically ? I am about to start in January and I am so scared. I have completed some college courses geared to the OTA program (psychology ,medical terminology, Biology1, A&P 1, of course the needed level of college English and math) so just the beginning courses. 1-5 difficulty for these , were 5 or 4.5 not difficult at all but I herd OTA is rigorous and extremely hard. What is your opinion on the difficulty level dear?
Hello, for me kinesiology was the hardest call and I like A & P but kinesiology not so much. But I will say kinesiology will be one of the most important classes in the program that will help you once you get into the field. As for a difficulty, that’s subjective but the program will require you to study a lot. For me I would review my notes daily just to stay on top of the information. I was able to work the entire time while in the program but every program is ran a little differently. My program we had a lot of exams and end of the semester research papers, so no home assignments.But I know other students , their instructors would give them a lot of home assignments to do. If you can get through the first semester, you can make it through the program .
Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for your support !
Thank you for this fantastic video! Is it challenging (or impossible) to find outpatient pediatric jobs as an OTA? I am thinking about doing OTA school instead of OT school but I really love working with kids and have heard that some pediatric outpatient clinics only higher OT/R’s.
I’ve heard the same. I’ve never applied to any pediatrics positions in general but I’ve wanted to do outpatient for adult and it’s really hard to get your foot in the door if you don’t have previous experience in outpatient and to be honest it’s hard to find outpatient clinics that incorporate OT. Most outpatient have PT & PTA. I’ve interviewed for a PRN outpatient position in my area two months ago which I was shocked but they weren’t too clear on their expectations for the position so I didn’t take it. You can try outpatient clinics that are affiliated with a hospital that would probably be your best bet.
So is this career in demand? Msking a careervchsnge . Older adult. Need job that has stability and is always needed.
Umm if pay and the amount hours you work a week isn’t at the top of your list of requirements then I will say yes. But if it is, then no it’s not in demand. Online it says it’s in demand but not really. It’s in demand right now because people are leaving and they’re offering new grads low salary’s.
Thanks for the information!!
No problem, thanks for watching
thank you for this video! I am about to enter my senior year in my B.S. of Exercise Science. Does it make sense to go through an OTA program under the classification of an Associates degree? Or are there other schools that specify in Post-B.S. options for OTA?
As of now there’s no B.S degree for OTA. If you don’t want your associates and your in the process of getting your B.S, you could go for your Masters in Occupational Therapy. It all depends on what route you want to take.
Hey Joy! I stumbled upon your comment. I’m a COTA who had their BS degree first and then went back to an associates degree program. It’s super common. Most people in my class did have a BS in OTA. Several schools are beginning BS degrees for OTAs. I currently attend the university of Louisiana Monroe for their OTA to OT bridge program but they also have a bachelors degree in OTA that has recently started. Worth looking into! Good luck on your OT journey. Either route you decide to you, just know it’s definitely a rewarding (and fun!) job!
@@haileyphillips7457 thank youuu! I appreciate it so much and will def look into that as well🤗
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I was looking into pediatric COTA 🤞🏼any tips
If you already have your license and degree, then you just apply to Cota jobs for pediatrics. Taking ceus with a focus on peds will help you land the job if you don’t have any prior experience with peds during your fieldwork. If you are still in school, when it comes time for your level 2 fieldwork, ask for your placement to be in a pediatric setting.
@@meekazanielle thank you! Currently in school I appreciate it
@@jasminperez3032 you’re welcome !
Hey I just graduated undergrad this pass December and your video has really help me decide on what path to take for Ot or OTA. What OTA program did you attend?
Hi I attended a OTA program in Salisbury MD
@@meekazanielle oh ok thank you!