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[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=”What’s the first step to apply?”]First, you must be enrolled at ACC. Please see this page<\/a> for information about how to get started.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Are bonus points awarded in the selection process?”]Bonus points for co-requisites are no longer provided, however the GPA from any co-requisite courses taken will be calculated into the weighted GPA admission score. These scores will be used in your application GPA requirement of 2.7.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Does the OTA Program schedule Information Sessions for prospective students?”]Yes. The OTA program requires attendance at an Information Session as part of the application process. There are regularly scheduled Information Sessions during the Fall and Spring semesters. While a face-to-face Information Session is recommended, students have the option of completing the\u00a0OTA Information Session<\/a> online.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Is a waiting list maintained for the OTA Program?”]The program does not maintain waiting lists. Students that applied and did not gain admission into the program and want consideration for admission the following year must submit a new application. No additional consideration is given to the number of times an applicant has applied to the program.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How much time is recommended for study purposes?”]Students in the OTA course of study should expect to spend at least 12-18 hours per week for study time in addition to class time.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What is the class schedule like?”]First Year<\/strong><\/p>\n Second Year<\/strong><\/p>\n Class schedules may change without notice because of our reliance on adjunct faculty and clinicians with expertise in specific patient care areas.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Where are the clinical education sites located?”]All students must successfully complete clinical rotations as part of the requirement for graduation from the OTA Program. All students complete these rotations within the ACC service district<\/a>. All students are expected to arrange their own transportation to the clinics as assigned.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Is there a required uniform for clinicals?”]OTA students are required to wear khaki pants, a solid colored polo shirt, and closed toed shoes when in clinics. Other facilities, such as hospitals, may require specific-colored scrubs. ID badges will be obtained through the college. Additional ID badges may be required per facility.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Are tattoos or facial piercing allowed?”]No facial piercings are allowed and all tattoos must be covered during lab check-offs and practicums. No facial piercings and all tattoos must also be covered for all fieldwork and community experiential learning activities.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Will jobs be available when I graduate?”]While we cannot predict the job market with 100% accuracy, sources indicate considerable growth in OTA jobs. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a>, overall employment of occupational therapy assistants and aides is projected to grow 25 percent from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 9,300 openings for occupational therapy assistants and aides are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What is the salary for an OTA?”]Generally speaking, OTAs earn 75-80% of what a OT earns. The median annual wage for occupational therapy assistants was $61,730 in May 2021. Please keep in mind that pay scales vary depending on the setting, and because Austin is a favorable place to live, salaries are generally lower than in other parts of Texas. Graduates who are willing to relocate can expect higher starting salaries. Salaries for Texas OTAs can be found on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Page<\/a>.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Is there a licensure exam required to practice when I graduate?”]Licensure is required in the State of Texas under the provisions of the Occupational Therapy Practice Act and must be obtained through successful completion of a national exam before the candidate may practice Occupational Therapy. The procedure for obtaining licensure as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in Texas will be distributed during the last semester of enrollment. Licensure requirements vary in other states and students should speak with the program faculty for assistance with this information.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What are the OTA Program’s graduate statistics?”]Our program’s statistics and outcomes can be found on the OTA home page<\/a>.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What is a competitive TEAS Score and GPA?”]The minimum composite TEAS score to be eligible for application to the OTA program is 60. The minimum GPA of prerequisite courses required to apply is a 2.7, however, a higher GPA improves your chances of acceptance into the program. 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