Occupational Therapy Assistant Schools in Paragould, AR

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare occupational therapy assistant, associate programs in Paragould, Arkansas. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Schools Near Paragould, AR

#1

Arkansas State University

Jonesboro, AR 17.1 miles away BOC Score 51.5
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $8,090
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,522
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 82%
  • Graduation rate: 55%
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 524
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Three Rivers College

Poplar Bluff, MO 50.1 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 342
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Memphis, TN 68.9 miles away BOC Score 89.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 214
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Concorde Career College-Memphis

Memphis, TN 74 miles away BOC Score 36.0
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 95%
  • Graduation rate: 53%
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 997

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Harding University

Searcy, AR 88.1 miles away BOC Score 63.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 147
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

'Arkansas Occupational Therapy Assistant

Arkansas
Arkansas Median Pay $78,940 $37.95 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $72,300 $34.76 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-2011 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • ACOTE accreditation (required for NBCOT eligibility)
  • Fieldwork Level I and Level II hours and facility types
  • NBCOT exam preparation and school pass rates
  • State licensure requirements for OTAs
  • Associate degree credential and transfer options

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Career Overview

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