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Occupational Therapy Assistant Program in Orange County

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.

700+
Hours of hands-on field work
ACOTE®
Accredited program
20
Months to earn your OTA degree

OTA Program - Orange County Overview

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)

Orange County Campus

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.

Campus Location

Ready to take the next step in your education?

Ready to take the next step in your education? Occupational therapy assistant classes start on July 22, 2024.

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ACC Faculty - Orange County Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Attend an OTA school in Orange County with accomplished faculty who are invested in your professional development.

Facutly Spotlight
Dr. Vicky Vu

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.

Local Hospitals

Anaheim-Area Hospitals

At ACC’s Orange County campus, you’ll be situated near many reputable hospitals/medical centers including, but not limited to: 1

  • West Anaheim Medical Center
  • Anaheim Regional Medical Center
  • Kaiser Permanente Orange County
  • Garden Grove Hospital and Medical Center
  • Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange

Voted Best Career College in the 2023 Inland Valley Daily Bulletin Readers Choice Awards

Ontario Campus: Voted Best Career College in the 2023 Inland Valley Daily Bulletin Readers Choice Awards.

Voted Best Career College in the 2023 LA Daily News Readers Choice Awards.

LA Campus: Voted Best Career College in the 2023 LA Daily News Readers Choice Awards.

Voted Favorite Career College in the 2023 San Gabriel Valley Tribune Readers Choice Awards.

OC Campus: Voted Favorite Career College in the 2023 San Gabriel Valley Tribune Readers Choice Awards.

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