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About our OTA Program
Fieldwork Mission
- Provide an environment of collaboration and teamwork through effective and efficient communication among fieldwork educators, students and the college.
- Provide quality education experiences through dynamic, relevant and meaningful fieldwork placements.
- Establish and maintain current and accurate resources, records, and agreements to ensure preparation for fieldwork and the transition to entry-level practice.
- Recognize and validate the role of Clinical Fieldwork Coordinator and Fieldwork Educator in contributing to the quality and integrity of occupational therapy education and the profession.
College and OTA Department Philosophy
Mission of SUNY Erie Community College
SUNY Erie Community College meets the needs of a diverse student body and contributes to regional economic vitality by providing high-quality, flexible, affordable and accessible educational programs committed to student success.
OTA Department Mission and Values
SUNY Erie's Occupational Therapy Assistant Program embraces diversity and is student focused with a commitment to student success by providing high-quality education that fosters professionalism, a passion for occupational therapy, and life-long learning. We serve our students, the Occupational Therapy profession, and the community by graduating highly qualified occupational therapy assistants who meet the dynamic health care, human service, wellness, habilitation and rehabilitation employment demand in Western New York. We prepare students to work in traditional and emerging areas of practice, provide client-centered, occupation-based interventions, and use scientific evidence to guide decision making in ongoing practice. READ MORE
NBCOT Pass Rates
The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) regards the NBCOT pass rate as a quality indicator of academic programs. ACOTE requires that we make our pass rate available to the public.
Results of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Examination:
Graduation Year |
Number of Program Graduates |
Graduation Rate |
Number of New Graduate test takers |
Number of New Graduate test takers who passed the
exam |
Percentage of New Graduate test takers who passed the exam |
2014 |
12/24 |
50% |
12 |
12 |
100% |
2015 |
17/24 |
70.83% |
16 |
16 |
100% |
2016 |
14/24 |
58.33% |
11 |
11 |
100% |
2017 |
17/24 |
70.83% |
19 |
18 |
95% |
2018 |
15/24 |
62.5% |
15 |
15 |
100% |
Total/Average |
T=75/120 |
A=62.5% |
T=73 |
T=72 |
A=99% |
SUNY Erie OTA Program Descriptions
OTA Program Competencies
- Identify factors that suggest or hinder occupational performance by gathering relevant information utilizing available resources: EMR/HER, screenings and evaluations, clinical observations, team and family members.
- Establish service competency in assessment methods such as interviews, observation, assessment tools, and chart reviews within the context of the service delivery system.
- Develop client-centered and occupation-based goals in collaboration with the occupational therapist.
- Plan, select, and implement client-centered and occupation-based interventions effectively in collaboration with client, family/significant other, occupational therapist, and service provider.
- Grade and adapt activities and/or the environment to support engagement in occupations.
- Utilize effective and appropriate verbal, nonverbal, and written communication with client, families, colleagues, and the public.
- Produce clear and accurate written documentation according to site requirements to include assessments, progress reports, and discharge summaries, attendance records, statistical reports, and third party payment.
- Conduct oneself in a professional manner adhering to the American Occupational Therapy Association Code of Ethics, Standards of Practice, client rights, and confidentiality.
- Maintain a therapeutic environment within a clinical setting to maintain order, prevent accidents, promote adherence to safety regulations of self and others.
- Develop appropriate professional behaviors related to self-responsibility, constructive feedback, work behaviors, time management, interpersonal skills, and cultural competence.
- Clearly communicate the values and beliefs of occupational therapy, the role of the occupational therapist, and the occupational therapy assistant to clients, families/significant others, and service providers.
- Make informed decisions based on published research and relevant informational sources.