Meet Your Instructor
Timisha Tross is not only the creator of the STUDY WITH A COTA course, but also a dynamic speaker, author, Youtuber, and event host. With a passion for helping others achieve their goals, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise to each role she takes on. Timisha combines her knowledge in occupational therapy with her skills in storytelling and education to create impactful learning experiences. Her ability to inspire, motivate, and guide others has made her a sought-after speaker and host at various professional events. Where she shares her insights on personal growth, education, and career development while encouraging others to do the same.
Teaching and Communication Achievements
Timisha served as a licensed COTA in New Jersey for 10 years, working in more than 15 different skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) as a traveler, per diem, and full-time employee.
- YouTube Channel: "Study With A COTA" with 4.9k+ followers. Provides educational videos for OT students, practitioners, and the general public.
- Study With A COTA Course: Created online training course for occupational therapy assistant students to aid in passing their National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- Produce original digital materials: video presentations, e-books, downloadable content
- Collaborations: Partnered with "My OT Spot" regarding occupational therapy topics.
- Guest Lectures: Delivered lectures at Quinsigamond Community College (MA) and Raritan Valley Community College (NJ) and Lesley University (MA).
- Keynote Speaker: Raritan Valley Community College (NJ)
- Podcast Interviews: Featured on Senior Flourish: Occupational Therapy & Older Adults Podcast (2018) and interviewed by Karen Jacobs of Boston University Sargent College (2019).
- Conference Participation: Participated in MAOT and AOTA national conferences as a vendor.
Awards and Acknowledgements
- Author & Independent Publisher:
- 12 Case Studies: Treatment Intervention and Documentation Examples for Occupational Therapists Working in Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Classroom to Clinic: Surviving and Thriving in Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Resource and Reference Guide
- NO WORRIES: 120-Day Anxiety Check-In Journal
- All I Want For Christmas Is My 2 Front Teeth (Children's Book)
- Trace Numbers Handwriting Practice Workbook for Kids (Children's Book)
- Rose Capriolli Award for clinical and classroom excellence (2012)
- 4.5 Star Rating on Amazon: for "12 Case Studies" book
- Book Adoption: "12 Case Studies" adopted into Arkansas Tech University Ozark Campus OTA program
- Book Adoption: “Classroom to Clinic” adopted into Raritan Valley Community College
- Partnership: MedBridge Education affiliate program, Pocket Prep, and OTFlourish.com
Keynote
Speaker
With great pride and gratitude, Timisha was bestowed the esteemed opportunity to address the graduating occupational therapy assistant class of 2023 at their momentous pinning ceremony.
Guest
Presenter
Timisha had the privilege of serving as a presenter during the 2022 USI Summer Transition Week for the Urban Scholars Initiative (USI) at Lesley University. The engaging topic I had the pleasure to discuss was "How to Awaken Your Authentic Self and Break Free from Limiting Beliefs."
How to Awaken Your Authentic Self & Stop Limiting Beliefs For Good | Virtual Lecture
Guest Lecturer
Timisha completed a comprehensive 2-hour lecture at Raritan Valley Community College. The focus of the lecture centered around fostering effective collaboration between occupational therapists (OTs) and occupational therapy assistants (OTAs).
Live Events
The true essence of Timisha’s work is uplifting others. Below, she shares snapshots from past events, all focused on fostering support and empowering individuals to achieve their success.
HOLISTIC AROMATHERAPY
Timisha Tross presented a warm and engaging event – an intimate interactive session. It centered around the practical application of self-healing using essential oils, expertly led by Keisha Daniels. The focus was on nurturing a holistic mind, body, and soul experience.
