Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
Our Mission:
The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program at Oklahoma City Community College is dedicated to preparing students for successful careers as occupational therapy assistants. Our graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to support individuals in achieving independence and improving their quality of life through meaningful engagement in daily activities.
Our program emphasizes evidence-based, client-centered, and culturally responsive interventions that address motor, cognitive, communication, and social interaction skills. Graduates will be prepared to work in a variety of settings, helping individuals, groups, and communities develop, restore, or maintain essential life skills to enhance their well-being.
We believe that professional growth extends beyond graduation. Lifelong learning is an ethical responsibility in the field of occupational therapy. As part of our commitment to ongoing education and professional development, the OCCC OTA program fosters a culture of continuous learning—ensuring that our graduates remain competent, informed, and dedicated to serving the needs of the Oklahoma community and beyond.
Information sessions:
Interested in attending and information session on Occupational Therapy Assistant? Contact Student Success Advising for information on upcoming sessions at 405-682-7535.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Pathways
Our Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience needed to become highly competent and workforce-ready occupational therapy assistants. We offer two distinct pathways to accommodate different learning preferences and schedules:.
- Traditional Pathway: A daytime, in-person program that provides face-to-face instruction, hands-on skill development, and direct faculty interaction in a structured classroom and lab setting. This pathway is ideal for students who thrive in a traditional learning environment with consistent on-campus engagement.
Occupational Therapy Assistant – Traditional Pathway: In-person
- Flex Pathway: A hybrid program that delivers coursework primarily online, offering flexibility for students balancing education with other commitments. This pathway includes periodic on-campus sessions for clinical skill practice and acquisition, ensuring students gain essential hands-on experience under faculty guidance.
Occupational Therapy Assistant – Flex Pathway: Online with periodic on-campus requirements
Both pathways uphold the same rigorous academic and clinical standards, preparing graduates who are highly skilled for a well-paying career to meet workforce needs as an occupational therapy assistant.
Associate in Applied Science – AAS (Minimum 60 credit hours)
Admission Procedures:
Applications are accepted for fall and spring entries for the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
Special application procedures must be followed by those planning to pursue a degree in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Application Information
A class will be selected from eligible applicants who have been ranked according to preference points (see application). Remaining applicants will be placed on an alternate list.
- Traditional Pathway – In-person: Applications open in February and close at noon on the first Friday in June.
- Flex Pathway – Online: Applications open in July and close at noon on the first Friday in November.
Prospective Occupational Therapy Assistant Student Information Letter (Includes Graduation Requirements, Certification Process, Estimated Costs, and Curriculum Overview)
Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Estimated Costs
The total number of graduates from the OCCC Occupational Therapy Assistant Program during the three years of 2022-2024 was 86, with an average graduation rate of 86.8%.
| Graduation Year | Student Entering/ Graduation | Graduation Rate |
| 2022 | 33/28 | 85% |
| 2023 | 32/28 | 87.5% |
| 2024 | 34/30 | 88% |
Program certification exam results from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) can be found online at https://www.nbcot.org/Educators-Folder/SchoolPerformance
Please note: All OTA program faculty (full-time and adjunct) maintain current OT licensure with the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision. Current copies of each faculty license is kept on file in the division office.
Professional Links
- American Occupational Therapy Association
- Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- Oklahoma Occupational Therapy Association (OKOTA)
Mary A. White, MOT, OTR/L
Program Director/ Professor of OTA
405-682-1611, Ext. 7506
Douglas Ball, MBA-HC, COTA/L
Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, Professor of OTA
405-682-1611, Ext. 7227
Gale Largent, BS, COTA/L
Professor of OTA
405-682-1611, Ext. 7155
Accreditation/Credentialing
Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA),
