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Rehab Tech

 

Instructor:

Kathy Andrews

 

Para-Professional:

N/A

 

Course Description:

The growing need for individuals seeking medical careers, especially in the areas of therapy services, will continue to accelerate over the next several decades.  According to the Department Bureau of Labor Statistics, “employment is projected to increase faster than the average, as rapid growth in the number of middle-aged and elderly individuals…as well as growth in the number of individuals with disabilities or limited function spurs demand for therapy services”.  Those occupations which specifically are therapy-focused include the physical therapist, physical therapist assistant, athletic trainer, occupational therapist, occupational therapy assistant, recreational therapist, and speech language pathologist.

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Rehab Tech

 

Student Quotes:

"It's amazing how much I learned about therapy and all the medical terms. I think it is going to make college a lot easier!"
- Rehab Tech student, 2007-08

"As a second year student, I really enjoyed doing the pharmacy tech training program so that I am well prepared for a position in this field."
- Rehab Tech student, 2007-08

Rehab Tech

Learn valuable skills to prepare you for a career in physical therapy,  occupational therapy, or even sports medicine just to name a few!

As a rehab tech student you will receive training in a state-of-the-art therapy lab and become CPR and First Aid certified.

In addition to classroom activities rehab tech students also become members of Health Occupations Students
of America (HOSA)
and compete with other students studying in this great field.

Qualified students may also receive articulated credit to Baker College or Ferris State University.

 

View a list of program advisors:

Rehab Tech advisory committee

 

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