Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at SWOSU
Unleash Your Potential: Join our Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at SWOSU and embark on a transformative journey of making a real difference in people's lives. From newborns to senior citizens, our OTA students experience the thrill of impacting patients of all ages, working alongside expert occupational therapists. Our program offers a solid foundation in the occupational therapy process, empowering you to create lasting positive changes. By enrolling, you'll earn an Associate in Applied Science degree through our esteemed partnership with Caddo Kiowa Technology Center. Embrace the rewarding path of healing and empowerment today!"
Graduation Rates
The total number of graduates from the Caddo Kiowa Technology Center/Southwestern Oklahoma State University Occupational Therapy Assistant Program during the 3-year period of 2022–2024 was 30 with an overall graduation rate of 78%.
Graduation Year Total Number of Students Entering/Graduating Graduating Rate
2022
14/10
71%
2023
14/13
93%
2024
10/7
70%
3-year Totals
38/30
78%
Program Results from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) can be found online here.
Let's Get Started
The OTA program accepts applications on a rolling admission basis throughout the year. The deadline to be considered for acceptance in the 2025-2026 class will be on August 1st, 2025.
Admission criteria includes grade point averages, references, observations, experience and other evidence of potential success for the program. Admission to SWOSU does not guarantee admission to the OTA program. The OTA program does require a separate application and admissions are limited to 16 students.
Accreditation
The Associate in Applied Science degree for the Occupational Therapy Assistant is
offered through the Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford Campus. Courses
for the professional portion of the program are conducted through contractual agreement
at the Caddo-Kiowa Technology Center (CKTC) in Fort Cobb. The Occupational Therapy
Assistant program is accredited through the Accreditation Council for Occupational
Therapy Education. Graduates of the program are able to sit for the national certification
examination for the occupational therapy assistant administered by the National Board
for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of
this exam, the individual will be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
Most states require licensure, however, state licenses are usually based on the results
of the NBCOT Certification Examination. OTA is offered as a result of a contractual
agreement between CKTC and Southwestern Oklahoma State University. OTA is accredited
by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American
Occupational Therapy Association.
Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education
(ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
7501 Wisconsin Ave.
Suite 510E
Bethesda, MD. 20814
Phone: 301-652-6611
www.aota.org
www.acoteonline.org
www.nbcot.org/