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Occupational Therapist Aides in The United States

(Ayudantes de ergoterapia)

Occupational Therapist Aides -- Under close supervision of an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations. These duties include preparing patient and treatment room.

SOC (Standard Occupational Classification)31-2012.00
Career InterestsSR
Minimum education required(High school)
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum work experience required(None)
None
Job training required(Short OJT)
Short-term on-the-job training
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028)1.9 (moderate growth)
Current number of workers in USA (2018)7,900
Projected number of workers in USA (2028)9,400
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028)1,100
 
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019)$18,960
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$34,310
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$62,120
Career ClusterBusiness, Management & Administration
(Negocio, gerencia y administración)
Major Occupational GroupHealthcare Support

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