Maine · 2027 admissions
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Schools in Maine
By Deepam Pawar, OT · Updated October 9, 2026 · Sources: ACOTE directory + each program’s own website
Maine has 2 occupational therapy assistant programs listed by ACOTE (1 associate, 1 bachelor's). Graduates take the NBCOT COTA exam and then apply for a state license. OTAs in Maine earn a median $64,270 a year.
Compare OTA programs in Maine
NBCOT COTA results, length and published cost side by side. Accredited programs first, sorted by 2025 pass rate.
| Program | Degree | NBCOT 2025 | Length | Starts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennebec Valley Community College Fairfield | Associate | 100% | 2 years | — |
| University of Southern Maine Preaccreditation Portland | Bachelor’s | — | 4 years (typical) | — |
— = not published or not yet verified. Costs are as each school publishes them (full-program tuition; * = all-in total). NBCOT = share of new graduates passing in 2025. Click a program for sources and quotes.
All OTA programs in Maine
| Program | City | Length | Format | NBCOT | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennebec Valley Community College OTA associate degree | Fairfield | 2 years | See program | 100% ’25 | Accredited |
| University of Southern Maine Occupational Therapy Assistant (bachelor’s degree) | Portland | 4 years (typical) | See program | — | Preaccreditation |
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 Maine
No OTA program is fully online: every accredited program includes in-person labs and at least 16 weeks of full-time Level II fieldwork. These Maine programs offer the most flexibility, based on the school’s own description or ACOTE’s distance-education figure:
- Kennebec Valley Community College (Fairfield) — ACOTE: 50-74% delivered by distance education
Pay in Maine
U.S. median for occupational therapy assistants: $72,300. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (SOC 31-2011). Compare all states.
OTAs in Maine are licensed by the Maine Board of Occupational Therapy Practice (Office of Professional & Occupational Regulation). How to get licensed in Maine → · How to become an OTA · OTA salary by state
Frequently asked questions
How many OTA programs are in Maine?
ACOTE lists 2 occupational therapy assistant programs at 2 schools in Maine: 1 associate-degree and 1 bachelor's-degree. 1 program is still working toward full accreditation.
How long is OTA school in Maine?
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 Maine?
The median annual wage for occupational therapy assistants in Maine was $64,270 (BLS, May 2025).
How do I become a COTA in Maine?
Graduate from an ACOTE-accredited OTA program, pass the NBCOT COTA exam, then apply for a license from the Maine 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. Maine has 6 OT programs; see OT schools in Maine and bridge programs.
Sources: ACOTE school directory (retrieved October 9, 2026); each program’s website; BLS OEWS (May 2025). Found an error? Tell us.