Students who are unsuccessful at two field work sites will be withdrawn from the OTA program. Westwood College currently has contracts and fieldwork sites throughout the United States. Students may request fieldwork placement at any of these sites. The COTA functions under the supervision of OTR in evaluating, treatment planning and treatment implementation for people of all ages who are physically, developmentally, or mentally impaired. The COTA helps the client maximize performance of independence in living.
Many states require licensure to practice.
This additional state licensure usually does not require additional testing. Colorado does not currently require state licensure to practice. COTA s work in entry level positions in long term care facilities, hospitals, school settings, private clinics, rehabilitation centers and mental health centers. The Health Careers Division consists of classroom and laboratory space. Each classroom is equipped with audiovisual equipment to support various lectures.