South College Nashville OTA Program

04/18/2023

We are celebrating OT Month all of April! OTA students hosted a "Guess the Adaptive Equipment?" booth on campus last week.

OT practitioners can work with clients in utilizing adaptive equipment. Adaptive equipment can increase a client's independence in daily occupations. Some of those activities may include handwriting, dressing, bathing, combing/brushing hair, oral hygiene, feeding/eating skills, and more!

04/11/2023

April is Occupational Therapy month!

Hear from some OTA students on why they chose the profession and their description of OT!

"Life is like competing in an obstacle course, but sometimes there are barriers that make it feel impossible to complete. Maybe you’re wearing a blind fold, your feet are tied together, the hurdles are too high, the crowd is too noisy, or you can’t seem to determine where the course starts and ends. Occupational therapy helps identify the specific barriers you’re facing and works with you to determine the best way for you to complete that challenging part of the obstacle course.

The field of occupational therapy initially intrigued me since it focuses on helping individuals do the activities that matter most to them. It turns “I can’t” into “I can” by making changes to the environment, a piece of equipment, or through other techniques so an individual can successfully participate in a way that works specifically for them. I’ve always enjoyed problem-solving and connecting with individuals through their stories. Working in occupational therapy will allow me to utilize these skills to improve the lives of others coming from a wide variety of backgrounds and life experiences".
- Gabi, South College Nashville OTA Student

04/06/2023

April is Occupational Therapy month!

Hear from some OTA students on why they chose the profession and their description of OT!

“I chose the field of OT because my dad suffered a spinal cord injury and I saw first hand the impact OT had on helping him recover. I saw my dad sit and watch his family and friends continue on with their occupations and anything that brought them joy while he was bound to a wheelchair.”
“I would describe Occupational Therapy like this: Imagine you are frozen, watching everyone around you participate in everyday activities that bring them joy and make them happy. It is our job in the field of OT to put heat to that solid ice and break away the frozen barriers that are stopping you from participating in everyday activities that make you happy. No matter what those barriers look like or what route we may take to achieve those goals, OT can make it possible to resume your occupations with the most independence possible.”

-Amy, South College Nashville OTA Student

03/01/2023

Thank you Lyttle Fox Therapy for letting us see your amazing clinic and learn more about pediatric equipment!

02/23/2023

South College Occupational Therapy Assistant and Dental Hygiene Interprofessional Day!
We worked on strategies for individuals that may have sensory challenges or adaptation needs while attending the dentist.

02/03/2023

Adjunct Instructor Kaylin Lawrence presenting on mental health functional interventions in February!

TNOTA is hosting a workshop in February titled "The Mental Health OT Toolkit: Functional Interventions for Every Setting". Join us IN PERSON in Jackson, Tennessee on February 18th!

The cost of the course is CEU Opportunity: 5 Contact hours, TNOTA Members: $125 , Non-members: $150, Student Members: $60 https://tnota.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=1223&Itemid=115&year=2023&month=02&day=18&title=workshop-the-mental-health-ot-toolkit-functional-interventions-for-every-setting&uid=346732fe0f59e3d6d259c85f9d1bc83c

01/10/2023

We can't wait to have Cohort 3 and Cohort 4 OTA students back on campus this week!

01/10/2023

Cohort 4 OTA students are breaking down activities to be able to analyze each step, material, body function/structure, and performance skill for their future client's occupations!

We love Activity Analysis!

08/11/2022

Thank you Ascension St. Thomas Rehab Hospital for allowing OTA students to tour this state of the art rehab facility!

06/09/2022

Thank you Liberty’s Station. What a wonderful experience for our students!

05/23/2022

Dr. Gentry and Dr. Harris published the first IPE article with OTA and PTA students! Congrats!

03/30/2022

We are so proud of our 2022 graduates!!!

Congratulations on all your hard work!

2022 Pinning Ceremony