Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program

The occupational therapy assistant program at Macomb Community College prepares students for careers in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, home health agencies, vocational rehabilitation programs, and more. The program focuses on directing patient participation in skill-enhanced learning and motivational tasks, as well as correcting pathologies and providing direct health education. Program courses include: human life span development, occupational therapy principles and practice skills, treatment planning and implementation, patient education and intervention, and assistive services management. Get more details below including other Michigan colleges that offer occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program.

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Macomb Community College

201 W Broadway, Mount Pleasant, MI

Macomb Community College is a leading community college in the nation, ranking in the top two percent for the number of associate's degrees awarded in the State of Michigan. Academic programs at Macomb include pre-collegiate study, university transfer, career preparation, workforce training, professional education and certification, and continuing education.

Macomb offers nearly 200 degree and certificate programs in areas that include Arts and Sciences, Business, Health and Human Services, Career and Technical fields. In addition to its Warren campus, Macomb Community College has multiple locations throughout Macomb County. Its campuses and learning centers offer the latest technology.

History

Macomb Community College was founded in 1954, with 84 students enrolled in its first classes held at Lincoln High School. In 1962, Macomb County approved the establishment of the Community College District of Macomb County, now known as Macomb County Community College (MCCC).

Land for two campus sites was later purchased for the college in Warren and Clinton.  Macomb Community College grew over the years and now educates more than 59,000 students annually.

Academics

The academic calendar for Macomb Community College follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer semesters.

Colleges and Schools

The academic units for Macomb Community College are divided into departments and programs, rather than into colleges and schools.

Student Life

Students at Macomb can choose from many student clubs and organizations, as well as cultural programs and study trips, or intramural sports teams to get involved in. The many amenities at Macomb include the Center for the Performing Arts, Cultural Center, Sports and Expo Center, and University Center. There is no on-campus housing available at Macomb, which is considered a "commuter college."

Student services include computing resources, placement testing, a learning center, career services, job placement referrals, counseling, and more.

Macomb also provides veterans services, including counseling and advising support, a student veterans organization, scholarships and links to Local, Regional, State and Federal veterans' information.

Athletics

The Macomb Community College "Monarchs" athletic teams compete in several intercollegiate sports as a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association and the Michigan Community College Athletic Association. 

Men's Sports:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country 

Women's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Softball
• Volleyball

Satellite Campuses

Macomb Community College has satellite campuses and learning centers at the following locations:

• Center Campus (Clinton Township)
• South Campus (Warren)
• East Campus (Clinton Township)
• University Center (Clinton Township)
• Michigan Technical Education Center (Warren)

Community Life

Macomb Community College offers resources to the community, including facilities for rent, access to libraries, learning centers, community development opportunities and lifelong learning programs.  Skills-training programs are offered to all community members who seek immediate entry-level employment opportunities. Skills education is targeted to meet the needs of local employers. Macomb also offers resources for local businesses, organizations, and municipalities.

Macomb Community College has two nature areas preserved for the study of the environment, both of which are open to the public. One is at South Campus in Warren and the other at the Center Campus in Clinton Township, Michigan.

Students Enrolled in the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Macomb Community College offers an associate's degree program in occupational therapy assistant (OTA).

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Occupational Therapy Assistants

Description

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with State laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, occupational therapy assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 42.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).