Occupational Therapy Assistants

SOC Code: 31-2011

Entry Salary
$13.83/hr
Average Salary
$18.96/hr

Job Description
Occupational Therapy Assistants help Occupational Therapists plan, organize, and conduct occupational therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation of mentally, physically, or emotionally handicapped individuals.

Requirements
1.  Graduate with an Associate’s degree in the field of Occupational Therapy.
2.  Pass the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant examination.
3.  Verification of all previous licenses.
4.  Must possess two current letters of reference.

School Located in Wyoming
Casper College - Casper

License
Occupational Therapy Assistants must be licensed by the National Board of Occupational Therapy to practice in Wyoming.

Examination
Examinations are given by the National Board of Occupational Therapy.
 
Fees  
Application $125.00
License $  50.00
Annual Renewal $  60.00

Fees, applications, and other information available at: http://ot.state.wy.us

Licensing Agency
Vickie Spires
Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy
1120 Logan Avenue, Suite 106
Cheyenne, Wyoming  82002
Phone: (307) 432-0488
Fax: (307) 432-0492

Additional Sources of Information
Occupational Outlook Handbook:
"Occupational Therapy Assistants and Aides"

Wages Last Updated June 2008


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