by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 7 schools in North Carolina to determine which ones were the best for associate degree seekers in the field of occupational therapist assistant. Combined, these schools handed out 137 associate degrees in occupational therapist assistant to qualified students.
Jump to one of the following sections: * Our Methodology
The occupational therapist assistant associate degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. To make it into this list, a school must excel in the following areas.
The overall quality of a associate degree school is important to ensure a quality education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for occupational therapist assistant students working on their associate degree.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Occupational Therapist Assistant Associate Degree Schools in North Carolina ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in occupational therapist assistant.
Durham Technical Community College is one of the best schools in the United States for getting an associate degree in occupational therapist assistant. Located in the city of Durham, Durham Technical Community College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in occupational therapist assistant from Durham Technical Community College
Central Piedmont Community College is a wonderful choice for individuals pursuing an associate degree in occupational therapist assistant. Central Piedmont Community College is a fairly large public college located in the large city of Charlotte.More information about a associate in occupational therapist assistant from Central Piedmont Community College
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is a good choice for students pursuing an associate degree in occupational therapist assistant. Located in the small city of Asheville, A-B Tech is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a associate in occupational therapist assistant from Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
It is hard to beat Cabarrus College of Health Sciences if you want to pursue an associate degree in occupational therapist assistant. Cabarrus College of Health Sciences is a small private not-for-profit college located in the midsize city of Concord.More information about a associate in occupational therapist assistant from Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Pitt Community College is a medium-sized public college located in the suburb of Winterville.More information about a associate in occupational therapist assistant from Pitt Community College
CFCC is a large public college located in the midsize city of Wilmington.More information about a associate in occupational therapist assistant from Cape Fear Community College
Located in the large suburb of Salisbury, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a associate in occupational therapist assistant from Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Explore all the Best Occupational Therapist Assistant Schools in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 272 | 55 |
| Florida | 232 | 428 |
| Georgia | 217 | 72 |
| West Virginia | 180 | 23 |
| Tennessee | 170 | 149 |
| Arkansas | 161 | 94 |
| Virginia | 158 | 174 |
| Kentucky | 129 | 44 |
| Louisiana | 124 | 67 |
| Alabama | 109 | 56 |
| South Carolina | 105 | 72 |
One of 14 majors within the Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services area of study, Occupational Therapist Assistant has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | 262 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 131 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | 38 |
| Speech-Language Pathology Assistant | 20 |
| Anesthesiologist Assistant | 5 |