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Become an OT/OTA

Start your career journey

Hear from occupational therapy students about their journey and find out what it takes to become an occupational therapy practitioner.

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Why I chose occupational therapy

Seven students share the backstory behind their OT journey.

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Program admissions criteria and formats

Potential students have a number of different program formats available to meet the requirements to become an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.

Program Admissions and Formats
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Using your AOTA membership post-graduation

Whether you’re still preparing to graduate or have your diploma in hand, these six steps to success will help map your AOTA membership to pass the Exam, secure your first job, continue your education, and solidify your transition into a newly minted occupational therapy professional. 

Read our six steps