ACC’s Occupational Therapy Assistant program combines online coursework with hands-on training, providing opportunities for real-world experience working with patients of all ages. Gain the skills you need to help patients develop fine-motor skills, improve hand-eye coordination and enhance their social skills.
With one-on-one support and direct exposure to emerging practice areas, our occupational therapy assistant school in Orange County (Anaheim) prepares graduates for the demands of a dynamic healthcare environment. Learn more about how ACC’s Orange County OTA program sets you up to pursue a rewarding career in occupational therapy.
Campus Address | 1200 North Magnolia Ave., Anaheim CA 92801 |
Program Type | Blended (2-3 days a week in class, the rest online) |
Program Length | 20 months |
Financial Aid | Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who qualify |
Accreditation | Program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) |
American Career College’s Orange County campus is conveniently located where the 5 and 91 meet in the heart of Anaheim. The industry-current facility features modern classrooms and technologically advanced skills labs where students can experience hands-on instruction from distinguished faculty.
Attend an OTA school in Orange County with accomplished faculty who are invested in your professional development.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Director
Dr. Vicky Vu has been a pediatric occupational therapist for 27 years with clinical expertise in developmental movement assessment, neurodevelopmental treatment, feeding and swallowing, and infant massage. She started her career at California Children Services servicing children with neuromuscular diseases in an outpatient setting, consulting in the home and school. She transitioned to academia five years ago to serve OTA students.
For the past nine years, she has been a neonatal therapist in the NICU at Children’s Hospital of Orange County promoting OT practice in palliative care. In addition, she founded the Brachial Plexus Palsy clinic with Dr. Amber Leis. She is now the Program Director for the OTA program at American Career College. She has always been dedicated to the growth and empowerment of children of all disabilities in their journey to independence.
At ACC’s Orange County campus, you’ll be situated near many reputable hospitals/medical centers including, but not limited to: 1
Ontario Campus: Voted Best Career College in the 2024 Inland Valley Daily Bulletin Readers Choice Awards.
LA Campus: Voted Best Career College in the 2024 LA Daily News Readers Choice Awards.
OC Campus: Voted Best Career College in the 2024 San Gabriel Valley Tribune Readers Choice Awards.