Occupational Therapy Assistant

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

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