Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Outcomes

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Occupational therapy assistant (OTA) students graduate from the program in May after successful completion of all academic and fieldwork requirements. Graduation rates are calculated at the end of each academic year (September 1–August 31) and exclude students who withdraw for reasons unrelated to academic or fieldwork performance, such as military service, health or family circumstances, death, or a change of major.

The total number of graduates from the Navarro College Occupational Therapy Assistant program during the 3-year period 2022-2024 was 62, with an overall graduation rate of 77%. 

Graduation Data

Graduation Year	Students Entering	Students who withdrew or did not graduate for reasons other than academic performance	Students Graduating	Graduation Rate
2025	45	5	*See note below	*See note below
2024	25	7	14/18	78%
2023	32	7	18/25	72%
2022	55	17	30/38	79%
Total (2022-2024)	112	31	62/81	77%

*Note: Unable to calculate 2025 Graduation Rate due to students in progress towards 150% of published length of the program per 2023 Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) Standard A.6.5.

 

Certification Exam Pass Rates

For current and historical performance data on the National Certification Examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants, visit: School Performance Data on the National Certification Examination.

 

 

Program Outcomes

Graduates of the Navarro College OTA program will be able to:  

1. Deliver occupational therapy services at entry-level competency with the ability to work in a diverse and changing environment under the supervision of an occupational therapist.

2. Demonstrate sound judgment and ethical behavior in all academic, community, clinical, or fieldwork related activities. 

3. Utilize a variety of resources to increase professional competency or general knowledge, including participation in professional associations and evidence-based practice. 

4. Collaborate effectively with clients, caregivers, and other health care professionals, demonstrating an appreciation of diversity.

5. Use clinical reasoning to provide occupational therapy interventions to persons, groups, and populations, which are occupation-based, evidence based, and client-centered. 

6. Articulate the importance of advocacy for the client and promotion of occupational therapy. 

7. Demonstrate an awareness of the roles of creativity, flexibility, and therapeutic rapport in the delivery of occupational therapy services. 

8. Document occupational therapy services consistent with the laws, rules, and regulations governing occupational therapy practice. 

 

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