Occupational Therapy Assistant Schools in Joplin, MO

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare occupational therapy assistant, associate programs in Joplin, Missouri. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Schools Near Joplin, MO

#1

Crowder College

Neosho, MO 19.6 miles away BOC Score 52.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,235
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Neosho County Community College

Chanute, KS 66.9 miles away BOC Score 55.0
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 886
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Cox College

Springfield, MO 67.5 miles away BOC Score 74.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $14,822
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,822
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 100%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 76
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Missouri State University-Springfield

Springfield, MO 67.8 miles away BOC Score 56.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 1,168
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Ozarks Technical Community College

Springfield, MO 68 miles away BOC Score 54.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 59
  • Annual completions: 1,875
  • Online programs available

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#6

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR 70.1 miles away BOC Score 70.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $10,104
  • Out-of-state tuition: $29,966
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  • 1125 W Maple St, Administration Bldg 425 Fayetteville, AR 72701
  • (479) 575-2000
Key stats
  • Admission rate: 74%
  • Graduation rate: 70%
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 1,714
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Northeastern State University

Tahlequah, OK 84 miles away BOC Score 44.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $7,810
  • Out-of-state tuition: $17,290
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 100%
  • Graduation rate: 36%
  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 274
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

'Missouri Occupational Therapy Assistant

Missouri
Missouri Median Pay $66,070 $31.77 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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