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(972) 923-6435
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Program Director

Navarro College-Corsicana
(972) 775-7284

Navarro College-Midlothian
(972) 775-7284

Health Professions Coordinator
(972) 923-5121

 

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Steps to Apply to the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

2026-2027 Application Period

The 2026-2027 application period will open on November 1, 2026. Applications will be accepted through May 1, 2027.

Please follow the steps below to apply to the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program.

Step 1: Become Eligible to Apply for Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Admission

Pre-Admission to OTA Program

Details

Apply to Navarro College

Apply for admission to Navarro College if you aren't already a student.

Submit Official Transcripts

Submit OFFICIAL transcripts to the Office of Admissions & Records

  • Beginning Students: Official transcript of high school record

  • Transfer Students: Official transcripts from other colleges and universities

Complete the Prerequisite Courses

ENGL 1301 - Composition I

BIOL 2401 - Anatomy & Physiology I

BIOL 2402 (recommended but not required)

A glossary defining terms related to Course Sections is accessible on the Catalog Course Description page.

Participate in a Virtual OTA Program Information Session 

Information Session

Available virtually after November 1, 2026

 

Step 2: Apply for Admission to the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program 

  • Complete and submit an application portfolio no later than May 1, 2027 for acceptance into classes.

  • The application portfolio must contain the following completed items:

Document Type (Required)

Document Information

Submit the OTA Program Application for Admission

Submit the OTA Program Application for Admission.

Applicants must have a Navarro College ID number before the application can be submitted.

A correct and current email address is required to ensure you receive all admissions notifications. 

Late applications or inquiries will not be considered for admission.

Online Application

Obtain a Criminal History Background Check

Complete the criminal history background check via CastleBranch. The applicant is responsible for payment.

1. Go to mycb.castlebranch.com

2. Enter package code: vd89re

3. Cost: $37.45 + $1.99 service fee 

Participate in the Interactive Admission Session

The Interactive Admission Session gives applicants an opportunity to meet OTA faculty and respond to brief scenarios that assess communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. This is not a traditional interview, and no prior healthcare experience or knowledge of occupational therapy is required. Applicants should come prepared to participate, share their perspectives, and think through each situation. 

Applicants will receive information about available dates and times by email. Interactive Admission Session dates are tentatively scheduled for May 10-12, 2027. Applicants must attend an Interactive Admission Session to be considered for admission.

Applicants should check their email regularly to avoid missing important announcements or deadlines.

 

Information about Fieldwork (Clinical) Sites

  • Some fieldwork (clinical) sites are requiring students to receive the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccine.

  • Proof of documentation may be required prior to attending fieldwork.