OTA programs in Arkansas

Looking for occupational therapy assistant schools in Arkansas? There are 4, including 3 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Occupational therapy assistants in Arkansas earn a median $78,940 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
4
Public colleges
3
Median pay in AR
$78,940

4 occupational therapy assistant schools

School results

  1. Arkansas Tech University

    Russellville, AR · Public

    • Occupational therapy assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +18

  2. Baptist Health College - Little Rock

    Little Rock, AR · Private

    • Occupational therapy assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +3

  3. Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

    De Queen, AR · Public

    • Occupational therapy assistant
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +8

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  5. University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College

    North Little Rock, AR · Public

    • Occupational therapy assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

What occupational therapy assistants earn in Arkansas

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Occupational therapy assistant salary in ArkansasHow to become an occupational therapy assistant

Median pay
$78,940
$37.95 an hour
Typical range
$50,710–$98,960
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AR
730
Job growth, 2025–35
+21.5%
8,100 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many occupational therapy assistant schools are in Arkansas?

We list 4 schools in Arkansas with occupational therapy assistant programs: 3 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Little Rock, Russellville, De Queen, and North Little Rock.

Are there community college occupational therapy assistant programs in Arkansas?

Yes. 3 public colleges in Arkansas offer occupational therapy assistant. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does occupational therapy assistant school cost in Arkansas?

Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,385 to $25,454. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do occupational therapy assistants make in Arkansas?

The median pay for occupational therapy assistants in Arkansas is $78,940 a year, and most earn between $50,710 and $98,960, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a occupational therapy assistant school in Arkansas?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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