District of Columbia · 2027 admissions
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Schools in District of Columbia
By Deepam Pawar, OT · Updated October 9, 2026 · Sources: ACOTE directory + each program’s own website
District of Columbia has 1 occupational therapy assistant program listed by ACOTE (0 associate, 1 bachelor's). Graduates take the NBCOT COTA exam and then apply for a state license. OTAs in District of Columbia earn a median $66,390 a year.
All OTA programs in District of Columbia
| Program | City | Length | Format | NBCOT | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Washington University OTA bachelor's degree | Washington | See program | See program | 25% ’25 | Accredited |
Status and degree level from the ACOTE directory. Length and format only where confirmed on the program’s own website. NBCOT = share of the program’s new graduates who passed the NBCOT exam in the latest year reported (NBCOT school performance data, retrieved 2026-10-08); new programs have no results yet.
Online and hybrid OTA programs in District of Columbia
None of the OTA programs in District of Columbia reports 50% or more distance education to ACOTE or describes a hybrid format on its website. Every accredited OTA program includes in-person labs and fieldwork.
Pay in District of Columbia
U.S. median for occupational therapy assistants: $72,300. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (SOC 31-2011). Compare all states.
OTAs in District of Columbia are licensed by the D.C. Department of Health, Health Professional Licensing Administration (Allied and Behavioral Health Boards). How to get licensed in District of Columbia → · How to become an OTA · OTA salary by state
Frequently asked questions
How many OTA programs are in District of Columbia?
ACOTE lists 1 occupational therapy assistant program at 1 school in District of Columbia: 0 associate-degree and 1 bachelor's-degree.
How long is OTA school in District of Columbia?
Most OTA associate programs take about two years including fieldwork, and every accredited OTA program includes at least 16 weeks of full-time Level II fieldwork. Check the length we confirmed for each program in the table above; some schools also require prerequisite courses before you start.
How much do OTAs make in District of Columbia?
The median annual wage for occupational therapy assistants in District of Columbia was $66,390 (BLS, May 2025).
How do I become a COTA in District of Columbia?
Graduate from an ACOTE-accredited OTA program, pass the NBCOT COTA exam, then apply for a license from the District of Columbia occupational therapy licensing board. See how licensing works.
Can I become an occupational therapist later?
Yes. Many OTAs later complete an OTA-to-OT bridge program. District of Columbia has 3 OT programs; see OT schools in District of Columbia and bridge programs.
Sources: ACOTE school directory (retrieved October 9, 2026); each program’s website; BLS OEWS (May 2025). Found an error? Tell us.