OTAs make a living by applying therapeutic techniques to improve the lives of others, while enjoying a competitive salary and flexible hours. It’s no wonder that this growing field has been featured in the U.S. News & World Report, “100 Best Jobs of 2021.”
In 2021, top-earners with an OTA degree brought home over $80,210 per year, with a median annual wage of $61,730 per year.
Employment of occupational therapy assistants is projected to grow by 35% from 2019-2029, much faster than the average for all occupations* — and demand is expected to increase even more due to the aging baby boomer population.
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Our Health Sciences programs are designed with a focus on academic rigor to prepare quality, proficient healthcare professionals. Depending on the program you choose, you can graduate and start earning a living in as little as 20 months.
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Our Health Sciences programs are designed with a focus on academic rigor to prepare quality, proficient healthcare professionals. Depending on the program you choose, you can graduate and start earning a living in as little as 20 months.
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Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences’ Occupational Therapy Assistant Associate of Science program has been granted programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).
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Based on guidelines by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Utah Department of Health, Joyce University has transitioned to virtual classroom instruction with labs and simulations taking place on campus with additional precautions. More information is available in our Covid-19 Response.
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