| Activities | 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. |
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| Outlook | Faster-than-average-job growth |
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| Median Income | $42,060 per year in 2006 |
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| Work Context & Conditions | The hours and days that occupational therapy assistants and aides work vary, depending on the facility and whether they are full or part-time employees. Constant kneeling, stooping, and standing for long periods all are part of the job. |
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| Minimum Education Requirements | Technical Program
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| Skills | Social Perceptiveness, Learning Strategies, Monitoring, Critical Thinking, Instructing, Active Listening, Writing, Time Management, Reading Comprehension, Speaking |
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| Abilities | Speech Recognition, Problem Sensitivity, Oral Comprehension |
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| Interviews | Nancy Bernier |
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