The main goal of occupational therapy is to enable people to participate in meaningful activities of everyday living, such as, self-care, work and leisure activities. By enabling people to engage in activities that hold meaning for them, occupational therapists aim to enable people to improve their day-to-day quality of life.

Occupational therapists work in a variety of settings, including communities, hospitals, rehabilitation units, schools, universities and reform centres. 

Occupational Therapy is an interesting and rewarding career. Occupational Therapists aim to enable people to participate in the activities of everyday life. As an Occupational Therapist you will assist in enabling individuals to do things that enhance their ability to live independently in their daily ‘occupations’. ‘Occupation’ is the term used to describe those tasks and activities essential for daily life – washing, dressing , feeding and moving around, to the more complex areas of working, leisure, socialising and managing finances and home.

The Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy is a four-year degree programme which includes a total of 1000 hours of practice education placement completed at various sites. In the first year of the program you will study anatomy and physiology related to human performance and human development across the lifespan. Later years include modules on occupational therapy services for children and young people, people living with mental health difficulties, musculoskeletal disorders, chronic and neurological conditions and older adults. Students will have opportunities at all stages of the program to develop professional skills including communication and advocacy skills, clinical reasoning skills and skills.

Students on this broad and varied Occupational Therapy course study psychology, anatomy and physiology, as well as occupational therapy theories, assessment and treatment approaches and evidence-based practice.

Students on this broad and varied Occupational Therapy course study psychology, anatomy and physiology, as well as occupational therapy theories, assessment and treatment approaches and evidence-based practice.

At the end of this degree programme will be able to: Promote health and wellbeing through participation in occupation across the lifespan; Practise occupational therapy in accordance with the World Federation of Occupational Therapists Revised Minimum Standards for the Education of Occupational Therapists (2002) ensuring your practice is occupation-based, evidence-based, person-centred and culturally sensitive; Apply the occupational therapy process to individuals, groups and communities of all age groups in context, based on strong theory and evidence.

This course helps students to develop their interpersonal, caring and practice skills which they can apply to a varied range of client groups in a variety of settings. Whilst at the same time understanding the importance of maintaining a client’s independence, dignity, respect, self-esteem and choice.

Students will learn a range of practical skills within the classroom in a simulated healthcare environment using equipment from an occupational therapy setting. This helps to prepare the student to work with the service user/clients on work-placement. Students will gain practical experience in the areas of:

• Assist in the implementation of therapeutic programmes
• Personal care routines
• Working as part of a Occupational Therapy team

Other areas of study include:

• Infection Prevention & Control
• Communications
• Anatomy & Physiology

Work experience is also a core feature of the Occupational Therapy Assistant programme with students spending time in a occupational therapy setting, enhancing employability.

Students will also have an opportunity to take the following courses:

• Patient moving and manual handling
• Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
• First Aid

This course introduces the world of healthcare with a particular emphasis on occupational therapy. The programme will develop your understanding of how therapy is used to find practical solutions for people of all ages who have physical, sensory, or cognitive problems.

You will be introduced to supporting people regain independence in all areas of their lives, through the use of aids and equipment. You will acquire the skills and competencies necessary to assist the Occupational Therapist. Training in therapeutic splinting is provided.

This course prepares students for a career as an Occupational Therapy (OT) Assistant, exploring how mobility impairments affect daily performance. Through a two-week placement in settings like rehab centers or elderly care, learners gain hands-on experience in the OT process—from assessment to treatment. Graduates develop the practical skills needed to support therapists in implementing rehabilitation programs and enhancing client self-care.

The Occupational Therapy Assistant program provides the foundational clinical knowledge, technical competencies, and interpersonal skills necessary to work as a vital healthcare support professional alongside occupational therapists and physiotherapists. The curriculum focuses on preparing students to assist in the assessment and treatment of individuals whose functional movement, mobility, or independence has been restricted by physical injury, chronic illness, neurological disorders, or the natural aging process.

If you wish to pursue a career in Occupational Therapy, then you have chosen the steppingstone which will enable you to consolidate your decision to either progress to a degree programme or seek employment. We focus on developing your understanding of the role of the Occupational Therapy Assistant. We aim to facilitate you acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary to assist the Occupational Therapist in the implementation of therapeutic programmes with a variety of age groups.

This one-year Occupational Therapy course is a healthcare discipline dedicated to supporting individuals with physical, psychological, or social challenges, empowering them to live life to the fullest. Occupational therapists assist people in accomplishing daily activities they want or need to perform, especially when faced with illness, injury, disability, or difficult life circumstances. Therapists enable individuals to maintain or regain their ability to engage in these activities, tailoring interventions to address the impact of health conditions or life events. With a client-centered approach, Occupational Therapy emphasises personal strengths and preferences, creating programs that promote autonomy and a purposeful life. 

This course will help you to carry out duties related to planning, organisation and maintenance of programmes as directed by Occupational Therapists. The course will focus on developing an understanding of impaired mobility and its impact on human performance and ability.

The purpose of course is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to assist the occupational therapist in the implementation of therapeutic programmes.

This course may be of interest to students who are considering pursuing a degree in Construction Technology which emphasis placed specifically on Occupational Health & Safety. It is also of particular relevance to those who have an interest in the renewable energy industry or for those who wish to progress to further study.

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the essential skills needed to advance toward potential employment as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), working under the guidance and supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT).

This qualification designed for those who wish to work under the guidance of Occupational Therapists (OTs) to deliver holistic, client-centered care. The program focuses on supporting service users across various demographics—including mental health, pediatrics, and geriatrics—to overcome barriers caused by illness or disability. Students learn how to facilitate therapeutic interventions, assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), and manage essential administrative tasks within a healthcare environment. and enhance their quality of life. Important administrative duties of the OTA include contributing to team meetings, documenting a patients treatment progress as well as maintaining office treatment areas, equipment, and supplies.

This program is designed to equip students with the specialized skill set required to pursue a career as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) or a Health Care Assistant. By focusing on therapeutic support and patient rehabilitation, the course provides a clear pathway to employment in clinical settings where graduates assist in improving the quality of life and functional independence of their clients.

This course is aimed at learners who love the challenge of problem solving and helping people in practical ways to complete Activities of Daily Living. The specialist programme will guide learners to work as an assistant in an Occupational Therapy Department or as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team. The role provides support to older, injured, ill or disabled patients to enable them to partake in everyday activities.

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