Occupational Therapy Assistant

Traditional and Flex Pathways

One accredited program with two delivery pathways to meet diverse student needs.

Program Overview

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program at Oklahoma City Community College is a single, accredited program offered through two pathways: the Traditional Pathway and the Flex Pathway. Both pathways follow the same curriculum, course sequence, academic standards, and clinical requirements, leading to an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. The primary difference between pathways is the method and timing of course delivery, allowing students to choose the option that best fits their scheduling needs while maintaining rigorous preparation for entry-level occupational therapy assistant practice.

All information on this website applies to both pathways unless otherwise specified.

Traditional Pathway – What to Expect

The Traditional Pathway is a full-time, in-person program that begins each Fall semester.

Students in the Traditional Pathway can expect:

On-campus lectures, labs, and hands-on skill development
Face-to-face instruction and direct faculty interaction
Structured weekday, daytime schedules
Progressive lab experiences and integrated fieldwork preparation

This pathway is ideal for students who prefer a traditional classroom learning environment and are available for regular on-campus attendance.

Flex Pathway – What to Expect

The Flex Pathway is a hybrid delivery option that begins each Spring semester and is designed for students who need greater scheduling flexibility.

Students in the Flex Pathway can expect:

Didactic coursework delivered primarily online
Regular virtual meetings, scheduled check-ins, synchronous learning activities, and collaborative group work
Required on-campus lab residencies for hands-on skills, competencies, and check-offs
Active engagement with peers to complete assigned group learning activities and projects
The same academic expectations, skills mastery, and fieldwork preparation as the Traditional Pathway

While much of the coursework is asynchronous, some synchronous participation is required to support interaction, professional communication, and skill development.

Degree Information

Associate in Applies Science (AAS)
Minimum of 60 credit hours

Accreditation Status

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program at Oklahoma City Community College is accredited by theAccreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE®) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).

Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE®)
7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 510E Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (301) 652-6611
Phone: (301) 652-AOTA (2682)
Website: http://www.acoteonline.org/

Graduation Rates

Graduation Year	Students Entering / Graduating	Graduation Rate
2025	31/30	97%
2024	35/34	97%
2023	28/27	96%
Three-Year Average		97%

Certification Outcomes and Data Source

Graduation and certification outcome data are derived from information available through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT®).

National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT®)
Website: www.nbcot.org
Address: One Bank Street, Suite 300, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 Note: This location is not open for in-person service.
Phone: 1-301-990-7979
Email: info@nbcot.org

OTA Program Pathways at a Glance

Program Feature	Traditional Pathway	Flex Pathway
Program Structure	One OTA Program	One OTA Program
Degree Awarded	AAS – Occupational Therapy Assistant	AAS – Occupational Therapy Assistant
Curriculum & Sequence	Identical	Identical
Academic & Clinical Standards	Same standards	Same standards
Program Start Term	Fall semester	Spring semester
Program Length	Five consecutive semesters: 22 months	Six consecutive semesters: 24 months
Delivery Method	Fully in-person	Hybrid (online didactic + on-campus labs and)
Lecture Format	On-campus classroom instruction	Primarily online, asynchronous with required synchronous activity requirements
Lab & Skills Instruction	On-campus labs during scheduled class times	Required on-campus lab residencies (select Fridays & Saturdays)
Faculty Interaction	In-person during classes and labs	Regular virtual meetings, check-ins, synchronous activities, and on-campus lab instruction
Group Work & Collaboration	In-class collaborative activities	Required collaborative group work with peers
Schedule Structure	Weekday, daytime	Designed for students with daytime responsibilities
Fieldwork Preparation	Integrated throughout program	Integrated throughout program
Fieldwork I & II	Same requirements	Same requirements
Progression & Competency Standards	Identical skill check-offs and progression requirements	Identical skill checkoffs and progression requirements

Upon successful completion of the Occupational Therapy Program at Oklahoma City Community College, students will be able to:

Demonstrate competent entry-level occupational therapy assistant knowledge and skills through effective clinical reasoning, evidence-informed practice, and implementation of purposeful occupational interventions across diverse practice settings.
Communicate effectively and collaborate professionally with clients, caregivers, occupational therapy practitioners, and interprofessional team members to support quality service delivery and client-centered care.
Demonstrate ethical behavior, professionalism, accountability, and adherence to the AOTA Code of Ethics while participating effectively in supervisory relationships and professional responsibilities.
Provide respectful, culturally responsive, and individualized care that promotes participation, wellness, prevention, and occupational engagement for diverse populations.
Demonstrate proficiency in occupational therapy procedures, assessments, therapeutic activities, adaptive techniques, splint fabrication, and the safe use of technology and equipment necessary for contemporary practice.
Value lifelong learning, maintain credentialing requirements, seek continuing education opportunities, and actively promote and advocate for the occupational therapy profession.
Demonstrate safe, organized, and efficient practice habits that support quality occupational therapy services and effective management of therapeutic environments, equipment, and resources.