Overview

OTAs and PTAs work with people who have limited or impaired functionality due to injury, illness, disability or aging. This Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant Intensive (Accelerated) programme from Canadore College is designed for students looking for OTA/PTA designation and for those who want to enhance their application to a Master of Physical Therapy, Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy.

Students train through simulation, experiential learning, interprofessional learning and over 500 placement hours under the guidance and supervision of registered occupational therapists and physiotherapists.

Your Future Career

Hospitals

Nursing homes

Senior living centres

Pediatric centres

Clinics

Rehabilitation centres

Extended care facilities

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Intensive Rehabilitation Practice

Conditions Impacting Function

Intensive Physiotherapy Exercise

Occupational Therapy Skills

Physiotherapy Skills - Therapeutic Modalities

This Canadore College programme is currently eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) as of July 10, 2025, and aligns with IRCC’s priority occupational fields for students applying for a study permit after November 1, 2024. For the most up-to-date information, please consult the IRCC website.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 10 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

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Students are encouraged to apply before the equal consideration dates.

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

North Bay, Canada

Disciplines

Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy View 18 other Bachelors in Occupational Therapy in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

4- Year honors undergraduate degree in a relevant field of study (i.e. Bachelor of Physical and Health Education, Bachelor of Kinesiology, Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology, Bachelor of Human Kinetics etc.).

If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

23321 CAD / full

≈ 23321 CAD / full
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4080 CAD / full

≈ 4080 CAD / full

Additional Details

Tuition fees:

National: $4080.36

International: $23321.31

Living costs

North Bay

Canada

1015 - 1615 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

North Bay

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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