The Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapy Assistant diploma program focuses on the most important areas in the field, including but not limited to: development and function of the human body and rehabilitation plans & techniques.  

The significance of frames of reference and patient charting are introduced early in the program, including mock therapy sessions concentrating on various disabilities help the student develop the proper communication skills in this field.  Anderson College students have the advantage of working within our simulated massage and rehabilitation practical rooms which offers various machines and equipments.

Students are taught to prepare treatment areas and equipment, and to implement different treatment programs, including but not limited to therapeutic exercises, gait training activities, activities of daily living, activity analysis, transfers techniques, wheelchair measurements and fitting, heat and cold physical agents, electrotherapy agents (TENS – IFC- EMS machine, etc), mechanical physical agents (ultrasound, whirlpool, traction etc), massage techniques, basic splinting, assistive devices and other various treatment procedures.  The student also develops skills in providing encouragement and reassurance to clients as they help them deal with their illness and assist them in achieving their full potential.