OTA Accepted Students

Information upon OTA program acceptance

When you are accepted into the Occupational Therapy Assistant program at Jamestown Community College, you will be responsible for the cost of the OTA program and other program-specific requirements.

Cost & Affordability

OTA students have costs specific to the program »

Criminal Background Check, Drug Testing, Fingerprinting, & Health Clearances

Requests by health care agencies for criminal background checks, drug testing, fingerprinting, and/or health clearances for OTA students are becoming more common. OTA students may be required, at their own expense, to complete these requirements before beginning a field placement. Inability to obtain satisfactory clearance(s) can jeopardize a student’s ability to attend their fieldwork at specific agencies and meet program outcomes.

Licensure & Certification Exam Considerations

All states require licensure to practice. State licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT certification examination. A felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure.

Preparing for an Online Course

Students in the OTA program may have some ZOOM and online coursework. In order to be prepared for those learning experiences, students will need access to the internet, a camera, and a computer. If a student requires assistance accessing this technology or understanding how to use it, they should speak with their advisor.

More information on preparing for an online course »

Skill Sets Expected of OTA Students

You will be expected to perform skill sets (cognitive, physical/motor, sensory, behavioral, technological) as an OTA student. You may contact Accessibility Services to discuss accommodations for a disability-related barrier. JCC will provide reasonable accommodations but is not required to substantially alter the requirements or nature of the program.