Visit the American Occupational Therapists Association website and review its "Student" page to make sure that OTA college is right for you. Recent changes in the OTA legal requirements mean OTAs need to receive more schooling.
Major in biology, psychology, kinesiology or anatomy at the undergraduate level, because most OTA colleges require a prerequisite associate's degree in one of those fields.
Interview OTAs in your immediate social and professional circle to learn about their experiences with colleges that offer OTA courses of study. They may have tips for helping you find a school, the application process, meeting admissions requirements or enrollment.
Consult the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) website for colleges that are currently accredited (see Resources below). This website has a state-by-state guide for choosing an OTA program.