OTA associate degree
Arkansas State University-Jonesboro OTA Program
Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant · Jonesboro, Arkansas Accredited
From the program’s website
- Degree
- Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Program length
- 12 months (3 semesters: fall, spring, summer)
- Credits
- 64
- Format
- 100% face-to-face, full-time
- Start term
- August
Source quote
“rograms Occupational Therapy Assistant Jump into one of the fastest-growing careers in healthcare! At A-State, our Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program gets you job-ready in only 12 months. With faculty-led clinical fieldwork and a hands-on approach to learning, this program prepares you to make a real impact on people’s lives. Program Dates: App ... etitive-admission program that accepts up to 30 students each August. The professional program is considered a lock-step, 100% face-to-face, full time program. The program completed in one academic year, beginning in August. (3 semesters - Fall, Spring & Summer.) eligibility requirements Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above in all college coursework Complete all OTA prerequisites with a course grade of B or higher ... hcare field. College Nursing & Health Professions Cost The OTA program has specific costs separate from university tuition. To view those click: Tuition & Fees Degree Requirements 64 credit hours Course Catalog OTA Admission Requirements Complete (or be in the process of) 28 hours of prerequisites with a grade of “B” in all courses. Cumulative GPA of 2. ... h 1, 2026 Cohort Begins: August 19, 2026 Apply Now Request More Info Degree Overview Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant At A-State, our 100% face-to-face, in-person Associate of Applied Science OTA program combines highly engaging, hands-on learning with a fast-track format. You'll complete the program in as little as one year, gaining valuable experience through”
Checked on the program’s website on October 9, 2026 by Deepam Pawar, OT.
From the ACOTE directory
- Accreditation status
- Accreditation
- Degree level
- OTA associate degree
- Institution type
- Public
- Share taught by distance education
- 0%
- Last ACOTE on-site review
- 2020/2021
- Next ACOTE on-site review
- 2030/2031
- Address
- 106 N. Caraway Road, Jonesboro, AR 72467-0910
Fully accredited by ACOTE. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NBCOT certification exam.
ACOTE directory retrieved October 9, 2026.
NBCOT exam results
100% of new graduates passed in 2025 · 94% average over the last 3 reported years
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88% | 92% | 95% | 87% | 100% |
Source: NBCOT school performance data, retrieved October 8, 2026. NBCOT counts new graduates who passed during the testing year, regardless of the number of attempts. Compare all programs’ pass rates.
Admission requirements
Taken from the program’s own admissions pages (hover “source” for the quote). Requirements change each cycle; confirm before applying.
Other programs at Arkansas State University-Jonesboro
- Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) — Jonesboro, accredited
Before you apply
- Confirm the current application deadline and whether the program uses OTCAS or its own application.
- Ask for the program’s NBCOT pass rate and graduation rate; ACOTE requires programs to publish them, and NBCOT posts school results on its school performance page.
- Check prerequisite courses, observation hours and GPA minimums. See OT school prerequisites.
- Plan for full-time fieldwork (at least 16 weeks of Level II), often away from campus.
Arkansas State University-Jonesboro OTA Program: FAQ
How long is Arkansas State University-Jonesboro’s OTA program?
12 months (3 semesters: fall, spring, summer), according to the program’s website (checked October 9, 2026).
What are the admission requirements for Arkansas State University-Jonesboro’s OTA program?
Minimum GPA 2.75 (cumulative). Observation hours: not required. Each requirement is quoted from the program’s admissions page; confirm the current cycle before applying.
What is Arkansas State University-Jonesboro’s NBCOT pass rate?
100% of new graduates passed the NBCOT exam in 2025, and 94% on average over the last 3 reported years (NBCOT school performance data).
Is Arkansas State University-Jonesboro’s OTA program accredited?
ACOTE lists it with status “Accredited” (directory retrieved October 9, 2026). Fully accredited by ACOTE. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NBCOT certification exam.
Pay in Arkansas
U.S. median for occupational therapy assistants: $72,300. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (SOC 31-2011). Compare all states.
Licensing in Arkansas is handled by the Arkansas State Medical Board. How to get licensed in Arkansas →
More OTA programs in Arkansas
- Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus OTA associate degree
- Baptist Health College Little Rock OTA associate degree
- Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (UA Cossatot) OTA associate degree
- Baptist Health College Little Rock OTA associate degree