How do I become a occupational therapy assistant
Get qualified to work as a occupational therapy assistant with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Browse occupations related to Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Common questions
In Australia, a full time Occupational Therapy Assistant generally earns $1,300 per week ($67,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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There has been very strong job growth in this field over the last five years. There are currently 5,400 people employed in this industry in Australia and many of them specialise as an Occupational Therapy Assistant. Occupational Therapy Assistants may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’re interested in a career as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Occupational Therapy). You’ll develop the skills to deliver occupational therapy programs for a range of clients. A Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance may also be appropriate.
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Further reading
What does an Occupational Therapist do?
15th September 2022
What can you do with a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance?
31st August 2021All occupational therapy assistant courses
- CUAWHS413 Incorporate anatomy principles into skill development
- HLT32412 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
- HLT33015 & HLT43015 Dual Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance & Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Occupational Therapy)
- HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
- HLT33021 & HLT43021 Dual Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance & Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
- HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
- HLT42512 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
- HLT43015 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
- HLT43015 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Occupational Therapy)
- HLT43015 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy)
- HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
- HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Focus)
Occupational Therapy Assistant careers
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.
