OTA programs in Florida
We found 6 schools offering occupational therapy assistant training in Florida, with campuses in Miramar, Daytona Beach, Jacksonville, and Fort Lauderdale and more. Occupational therapy assistants in Florida earn a median $71,630 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 6
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in FL
- $71,630
What occupational therapy assistants earn in Florida
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Occupational therapy assistant salary in FloridaHow to become an occupational therapy assistant
- Median pay
- $71,630
- $34.44 an hour
- Typical range
- $59,890–$79,350
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in FL
- 3,910
- 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 Florida?
We list 6 schools in Florida with occupational therapy assistant programs: 4 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Miramar, Daytona Beach, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, and Winter Haven.
Are there community college occupational therapy assistant programs in Florida?
Yes. 4 public colleges in Florida 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 Florida?
Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,128 to $30,498. 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 Florida?
The median pay for occupational therapy assistants in Florida is $71,630 a year, and most earn between $59,890 and $79,350, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a occupational therapy assistant school in Florida?
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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OTA programs in other states
- Texas (17)
- Ohio (12)
- Missouri (11)
- Illinois (10)
- California (9)
- New York (9)
- New Jersey (7)
- North Carolina (7)
- Tennessee (6)
- Wisconsin (6)
- Pennsylvania (5)
- South Carolina (5)
- Arizona (4)
- Arkansas (4)
- Massachusetts (4)
- Michigan (4)