From Support Worker to Rehabilitation Specialist

You have spent years caring for people through their hardest moments. Now take the next step.

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2-in-1Dual PTA + OTA credential, larger employer pool

400Practical placement hours across OTA and PTA settings

61 WeeksTo a healthcare career, against a 2-year other college path

$25 to $36PTA/OTA earns an hour

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How Oxford College Compares

DIMENSION	OXFORD COLLEGE	OTHER CAREER COLLEGES	PUBLIC POLYTECHNICS
Time to Career	61 weeks	55 to 74 weeks	104 weeks
Practicum	400 hours (16 weeks)	350 hours to 15-week range	500+ hours
Tuition	$16,745 (published)	$12,255 to undisclosed	Undisclosed
Hospital-Tier Placements	Baycrest, St. Joseph’s Health Centre, Humber River Hospital	Undisclosed	Undisclosed

TIME TO CAREEROxford College61 weeksOther career colleges55 to 74 weeksPublic polytechnics104 weeksPRACTICUMOxford College400 hours (16 wks)Other career colleges350 hrs / 15 wksPublic polytechnics500+ hoursTUITIONOxford College$16,745Other career colleges$12,255+Public polytechnicsUndisclosedHOSPITAL-TIER PLACEMENTSOxford CollegeBaycrest, St. Joseph’s, Humber RiverOther career collegesUndisclosedPublic polytechnicsUndisclosed

A note on accreditation: The Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapy Assistant professions are not regulated in Ontario, and most private colleges, including Oxford College, are not listed on the OTA/PTA Education Accreditation Program registry. What Oxford College offers is a dual credential, hospital-experienced faculty, and hospital-tier practicum placements.

PLACEMENT PARTNERS

Real Training. Real Placements. Real Careers.

Our graduates complete their practicum hours at some of the Greater Toronto Area’s most respected healthcare institutions and community organizations.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PLACEMENT PARTNERSBaycrestHumber River HospitalSt. Joseph’s Health CentreFunctionAbilityMonarch HouseParkview Services for SeniorsSmileTherapy for KidsLifemark HealthVenvi Leaside Retirement Residence1to1 Rehab

PHYSIOTHERAPY PLACEMENT PARTNERSLifemark PhysiotherapySt. George Physiotherapy ClinicSheppard HealthHealthMax Etobicoke1to1 RehabTriangle PhysiotherapyParamedSE HealthUkrainian Canadian Care CentreShepherd Village

Oxford College’s Physio/Occupational Therapist Assistant program gives you the dual PTA + OTA credential, hospital-tier placements, and clinical training to move into a more specialized, better-paid healthcare role. In just 61 weeks.

THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU IF:

01You are currently working as a Personal Support Worker and are ready to move into a more specialized, better-paid clinical role.02You want to work in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and clinics across the Greater Toronto Area.03You are ready to help people recover, rebuild, and return to the life they had before.

Program delivered at Toronto and Scarborough campuses only.

Get Two Credentials In 61 Weeks

Our Physio/Occupational Therapist Assistant program is the direct path that takes you from being a Passionate about support work to a dual-credentialed rehabilitation specialist.At Oxford College, you graduate with diplomas in both Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) and Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA). That means you can apply for positions across both physiotherapy and occupational therapy settings, giving you access to a broader range of employers.The work is also different. As a Physio/Occupational Therapist Assistant, you are working with patients in a clinical capacity, guiding them through treatment plans, supporting their recovery, and helping them regain the skills they need for daily life. It is less physically demanding than personal support work and more clinically rewarding.In Ontario, the median wage for a Personal Support Worker is approximately $22 per hour. As a qualified Physio/Occupational Therapist Assistant working in a hospital-tier setting, you could be earning $25 to $36 per hour.

Our Physio/Occupational Therapist Assistant program is the direct path that takes you from support work to a dual-credentialed rehabilitation specialist.

At Oxford College, you graduate with diplomas in both Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) and Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) — access to a broader range of employers.

As a Physio/Occupational Therapist Assistant, you work with patients in a clinical capacity, guiding treatment plans and supporting recovery. Less physically demanding, more clinically rewarding than PSW work.

In Ontario, the median wage for a Personal Support Worker is approximately $22 per hour. As a qualified Physio/Occupational Therapist Assistant working in a hospital-tier setting, you could be earning $25 to $36 per hour.

Why Oxford College?

Dual PTA + OTA CredentialAt Oxford College, you’ll graduate with both Physiotherapy Assistant and Occupational Therapy Assistant credentials, giving you access to a broader range of employers and career opportunities.Hospital-Experienced FacultyYour instructors are experienced clinicians who have worked in the same hospitals and rehabilitation centres you are training to enter. You learn from experts.Hospital-Tier PlacementsWe have built relationships with more than 25 healthcare institutions across the Greater Toronto Area, including Baycrest, St. Joseph’s Health Centre, Humber River Hospital, Lifemark, Paramed, and Monarch House.

She is a licensed chiropractor in Ontario and an instructor in the Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA) and Occupational Therapist Assisstant (OTA) program at Oxford College. She brings her clinical experience and passion for teaching into the classroom to support students in developing the knowledge, skills, and professionalism required for success in the healthcare field.She is a licensed chiropractor in Ontario and an instructor in the PTA/OTA program at Oxford College. She brings her clinical experience and passion for teaching into the classroom.Sahar Sheybani-DelouiBachelor of Science, a Master of Science, and a Doctor of Chiropractic.5 years’ experience as Rehabilitation Assistant with Humber River Hospital prior to join Oxford College and Windsor Career College Toronto. I have a total of 7 years of teaching experience as an OTA/PTA Instructor. Several of my students got employment after graduation.5 years’ experience as Rehabilitation Assistant with Humber River Hospital. 7 years of teaching experience as an OTA/PTA Instructor. Several students got employment after graduation.Jojee ThomasBachelor’s degree in science, OTA/PTA diploma from Humber College and certified clinical research associate from McMaster University.

What to Expect From the Program

PROGRAM FORMATOur Physio/Occupational Therapist Assistant program is delivered in a hybrid format, combining online theory with hands-on in-person lab sessions.You will also have access to our on-site clinic, which is equipped with a built-in bath, exercise equipment, and therapy modalities.The program is delivered in small cohorts, meaning you complete it with a group of fellow students and receive personal attention from your instructors.Delivered in a hybrid format, combining online theory with hands-on in-person lab sessions.You’ll also have access to our on-site clinic, equipped with a built-in bath, exercise equipment, and therapy modalities.Delivered in small cohorts, meaning personal attention from your instructors.PROGRAM TIMELINE1Early months: Online theory2Middle months: Hybrid online and in-person lab sessions3Final months: Full-time practicum placementPRACTICUM PLACEMENT BREAKDOWNOTA Placement:6 weeks / 150 hours in occupational therapy settingsPTA Placement:10 weeks / 250 hours in Physiotherapy settingsTOTAL:16 weeks / 400 placement hoursOTA Placement: 6 weeks / 150 hours in occupational therapy settingsPTA Placement: 10 weeks / 250 hours in Physiotherapy settingsTOTAL: 16 weeks / 400 placement hoursINTAKE AND SCHEDULEThe program runs on a cohort-based intake schedule with 3 intakes per year (January, May and September)Morning, afternoon, and evening sessions are available.Cohort-based intake schedule with 3 intakes per year (January, May and September).Morning, afternoon, and evening sessions are available.DELIVERY LOCATIONThe program is delivered at our Toronto and Scarborough campuses. Scarborough students attend the Toronto campus for in-person components.Delivered at our Toronto and Scarborough campuses. Scarborough students attend the Toronto campus for in-person components.PROGRAM LENGTH61 weeksin total.

Your Questions, Our Answers

“How much does the program cost?”The tuition for the program is $16,745. The total cost, including books ($1,870) and fees ($560), is $19,175. We are upfront about this because we believe cost should not be a surprise when you are making a serious career decision.The tuition is $16,745. Total cost including books ($1,870) and fees ($560) is $19,175. We are upfront about this because cost should not be a surprise when making a serious career decision.“Is financial aid available?”Yes. You may be eligible for financial assistance through the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), Second Career, or private student loans.We have dedicated Financial Aid Advisors who can assess your situation and help you build a funding plan that works for you.Yes. You may be eligible through OSAP, Second Career, or private student loans. We have dedicated Financial Aid Advisors who can help build a funding plan for you.“What about the science component?”The program includes science-based coursework, including anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology.If it has been a while since you studied biology or science at a senior level, speak with one of our advisors before enrolling. We also offer a Pre-Science Course that can help you build the foundation you need.Our advisors will have an honest conversation with you about your readiness before you commit.The program includes anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology coursework. If it’s been a while since you studied science, speak with an advisor — we also offer a Pre-Science Course.“What does the schedule look like?”The program is cohort-based, meaning you move through it with a fixed group of students. It combines online theory, in-person lab sessions, and a full-time practicum placement.Morning, afternoon, and evening sessions are available. This is a structured commitment, not a self-paced course.Cohort-based: online theory, in-person labs, and a full-time practicum placement. Morning, afternoon, and evening sessions available. A structured commitment, not self-paced.“Is this program right for me?”This program is a good fit if you have a background in healthcare or personal care and are ready to take on a more specialized clinical role.You should be comfortable with science-based coursework, hands-on patient work, and communicating clearly and confidently in English. If you are unsure, speak with one of our advisors. They will give you an honest answer.A good fit if you have a healthcare or personal care background and are ready for a more specialized clinical role. Comfortable with science coursework and hands-on patient work.

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