Polk State OTA application period open through Sept. 30
The Polk State College Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program’s application period opened this week and will remain open through Sept. 30.
Prospective applicants should review the How to Apply information and note that they must be admitted to Polk State College and complete observation hour requirements before applying for the limited-access OTA Program. Veterans of the U.S. Military may also benefit from two reserved seats within the program and should email veterans@polk.edu for assistance with the veteran application.
For those considering the program, there will be four virtual information sessions held during the month of September. Dates, times and meeting links are below:
- Friday, Sept. 4, at 12 p.m. | Zoom, CLICK HERE
- Friday, Sept. 11, at 12 p.m. | Zoom, CLICK HERE
- Friday, Sept. 18, at 12 p.m. | Zoom, CLICK HERE
- Friday, Sept. 25, at 12 p.m. | Zoom, CLICK HERE
During the Fall 2025 Semester, the Polk State OTA Program was awarded a 10-year accreditation – the highest possible – through the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). Polk State’s students exceed state and national averages for passing the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Exam. Its 2025 class boasted a perfect 100% pass rate.