Special progression standards exist for occupational therapy assistant majors. These handbooks are available from the Admissions Office and from the program director. Students are advised that achievement of the progression standards does not guarantee advancement to the clinical phase. Currently, approximately thirty-six students are admitted to the clinical phase of the program each semester due to limited program capacity. 31220 Bethesda, MD 20824-1220.
Most states require licensure in order to practice.
However, New York State does not require the exam for practice as an occupational therapy assistant. All Occupational Therapy Assistant students must complete fieldwork within 18 months of completing their academic work. These courses are not listed in the curriculum. The particular courses students must successfully complete are determined by their scores on the college placement test.