Health Sciences Admission Information

Candidate Selection Form

Associate of Science in Nursing Essential Functions

HESI Entrance

Testing Dates for the April 15 deadline (August start). (If you are a paramedic, you do not need to sign up for the HESI Admission Test as you will take this test at the end of your ASN 205 course.) Please review the available slots for testing on the Sign-Up Genius and click on the button to sign up. Once you have signed up, you will receive an email with further instructions regarding paying for the test, study resources and the Microsoft Teams link to join on testing day. YOU MUST BE SIGNED UP AND YOUR TEST MUST BE PAID FOR BY THE THURSDAY BEFORE YOUR TESTING DATE.  Your name will be removed from the sign up otherwise.

If you need to change your testing date for another, please delete yourself from the date you do not wish to test.  You will then need to send an email to [email protected] to get the Teams link for the new testing date you have selected.  If you decide not to test, please delete your sign up so slots are available for others who still need to test.

Exam Sign-Up 

Applicant must be an LPN with a current unencumbered, undisciplined (Missouri or Compact State) LPN license OR paramedic with a current unencumbered, undisciplined Missouri state or national license.

APPLICATION DEADLINES:

• February 15
  • This cohort begins in June.
  • Preadmission courses:
    • Must be completed by the end of A Block Spring Semester OR
    • 16-week Spring Semester courses must be in progress (midterm grade will be used).
• April 15
  • This cohort begins in August.
  • Preadmission courses must be completed by the end of B Block Spring Semester.
• July 15
  • This cohort begins in October.
  • Preadmission courses must be completed by the end of Summer Block.
• September 15
  • This cohort begins in January.
  • Preadmission courses:
    • Must be completed by the end of A Block Fall Semester OR
    • 16-week Fall Semester courses must be in progress (midterm grade will be used).
• December 1
  • This cohort begins in March.
  • Preadmission courses must be completed by the end of B Block Fall Semester.

Midterm grade will provide conditional acceptance only. Must still complete course with a grade of “C” or better.

PROGRAM INFORMATION:

The Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) Program and the Paramedic to Associate of Science in Nursing Program are hybrid programs with a selective admission process determined by a points-based system. Review the admission scoring guide here.

Incomplete files will not be considered. Complete the following by the application deadline:

• Complete the OTC admission process.
• Complete preadmission courses. See the Suggested Course Sequence here.
  (If a passing grade is not achieved after two attempts in any program preadmission requirement, an applicant may not be eligible for the program. Please email [email protected] to request additional information.)
• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC must be received by OTC Admissions before the application deadline.
• Complete the ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS: apply.otc.edu by the application deadline.
• Submit a current resume during the online application process.
• Submit a copy of current Missouri Licensed Practical Nursing license or Missouri Paramedic/National Registry license during the online application process.
  • LPN license unencumbered and undisciplined
  • Paramedic license must be active
• Register for and take the ASN Program LPN to ADN HESI Admission Exam. Upload the results during the online application process.
• The TOEFL is required if English is not the student’s primary language. Upload results during the online application process. (Additional testing information below.)

In the event of a tie in admission scores, verified years of experience as an LPN or paramedic will be the deciding factor.

Ozarks Technical Community College Practical Nursing graduates accepted into the ASN program must take the NCLEX-PN to obtain a current Missouri LPN license within 90 days of PN graduation to remain in the ASN program.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT:

Students whose primary language is not English must document English language proficiency. This requires:

• Minimum TOEFL iBT passing score of 83, with a minimum speaking score of 26.
• Submit a current TOEFL iBT score (Test of English as a Foreign Language) by the application deadline during the online application process.
• Students should register for testing using the TOEFL website. Only tests administered in a professional test center are accepted.
• The TOEFL report scores are valid for 5 years from the test date.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

• Based upon the program’s admission scoring system, the top 24 applicants will be offered a position in the program and will receive instructions on the next steps to complete program admission.
• Students will be notified of acceptance or non-acceptance via the online application portal.
• Accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their OTC email account to complete the admission process.

REAPPLICATION:

• Applicants and alternates not selected for admission can reapply.
• Contact the Health Sciences Office with questions at (417) 447-8803 or email [email protected].

LICENSURE AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Graduation from the OTC ASN Program does not guarantee eligibility to take the NCLEX-RN exam.

OTC cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the appropriate state or national licensing agency for requirements.

Background Check – Students with a felony or significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences or apply for licensure. Contact the Health Sciences Office for more information: [email protected].

Candidate Selection Form

HESI Prep Course Information

OTC cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about licensure exam requirements.

• Preadmission courses must be in progress by the application deadline.
• Beginning in Fall 2025, the following will be the application deadlines for the Direct Entry ASN Program:

*Blended cohorts will be a mix of seated and hybrid courses and will have the most ‘in-person’ instruction.

The Associate of Science in Nursing Direct Entry Program is a hybrid program. It has a selective admission process and admission is determined by a points-based system. Review the admission scoring guide here. Incomplete files will not be considered.

• Complete OTC admission process.
• Attend an informational session. This is recommended but not required.
• Complete preadmission courses. Student must email [email protected] if:
  • a passing grade of “C” or better is not achieved after two attempts in any program preadmission requirement, OR
  • your anatomy and physiology sequence will be more than 5 years old at the time of your application deadline.
• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC must be received by OTC Admissions before the application deadline.
• START the ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS apply.otc.edu. (Note: You will not be able to SUBMIT your application until you have taken your HESI Admission Assessment Exam.)
• Complete HESI Admission Assessment Exam by the application deadline. Upload the results to complete and submit your online application. (See additional information below about HESI Exam testing windows.)
• The TOEFL is required if English is not the student’s primary language. (See additional information below regarding English Proficiency Requirements.)

HESI ADMISSION ASSESSMENT EXAM:

• A minimum overall score of 75% must be achieved on the HESI Admission Assessment Exam to be considered for the program.
• This test will be delivered seated or online.
• Student will have 4 hours to complete testing.
• HESI Exam instructions will be provided during the online application process when students START their application for the Associate of Science in Nursing – Direct Entry program. (HESI Testing Step-by-Step instructions can also be found on the Testing Services page: OTC Students HESI Testing – OTC Springfield Testing Services) There are TWO HESI testing cycles:
  • February 1 – May 1
  • July 1 – December 1
• Please note, you MUST take the exam in time to have test results ready by the deadline of the program you are applying to.
• You are allowed a TOTAL of 2 attempts per testing window.
• The cost is $75.00 per test online, and $45.00 per test seated.
• The HESI Admission Assessment Exam Review study resource will be found here:
  • https://evolve.elsevier.com/cs/product/9780443114090?role=student

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT:

Students whose primary language is not English must document their English language proficiency. This requires:

• Minimum TOEFL iBT passing score of 83, with a minimum speaking score of 26.
• Student must satisfy this requirement by submitting a current TOEFL iBT score (Test of English as a Foreign Language) during the online application process by the application deadline.
• Students should register for testing using the TOEFL website, but only tests administered in a professional test center are accepted.
• The TOEFL report scores are valid for 5 years from the test date.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

• Based upon the program’s admission scoring system, the top applicants will be offered a position in the program and will receive information on the necessary steps to complete the program admission.
• Students will be notified of acceptance or non-acceptance into the program via the online application portal.
• The accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their OTC email account to complete the admission process.

REAPPLICATION:

• Applicants and alternates not selected for admission can reapply online for the next deadline.
• Contact the Health Sciences Office with any questions at (417) 447-8803 or email [email protected].

Graduation from the OTC ASN Program does not guarantee eligibility to take the NCLEX-RN exam.

OTC cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about licensure exam requirements.

Background Check – Students with a felony or a significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some of our sites and may not be able to apply for a license to practice. Contact the Health Sciences Office for additional information by emailing [email protected].

Candidate Selection Form

Respiratory Therapy Essential Functions

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• February 15 – Classes begin in June (summer semester)
• Location: OTC Springfield Campus, 1001 E. Chestnut Exp. Springfield, MO

The Respiratory Therapy Program is a selective admission program.

An incomplete file will not be considered – Complete the following by the application deadline:

• Complete the OTC admissions process.
• Attend an informational session. Visit here for dates and times. This is recommended but not required.

• Complete or be currently enrolled in the preadmission courses outlined on the Preferred Course Sequence by the application deadline. Student must email [email protected] if your anatomy and physiology sequence will be more than 5 years old at the time of your application deadline.

• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC must be received by OTC Admissions before the application deadline. 
• Submit a Respiratory Therapy application using the online application portal apply.otc.edu by the application deadline.
• Complete TOEFL testing if English is not student’s native language and upload results during the online application process by the application deadline.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT: (Effective with the February 15, 2019 application deadline.)

Students whose first language is not English must document their English language proficiency. This requires:

• Minimum TOEFL iBT passing score of 81, with a minimum speaking score of 24. *Program will waive TOEFL requirement if the student has already obtained a bachelor’s degree from a US regionally accredited University*
• Student must satisfy this requirement by submitting a current TOEFL iBT score (Test of English as a Foreign Language) during the online application process by the application deadline.
• Testing is completed through the TOEFL website.
• The TOEFL report scores are valid for 5 years from the test date.
• This is separate from the test taken to be admitted to OTC.

SELECTION FOR INTERVIEW PROCESS:

The RT Program is a selective admission program. A grade of “C” or better is required in the pre-admission courses to be considered for the interview process. The Preferred Course Sequence outlines the pre-admission courses.

• A score is given for the grade made in all the preadmission requirements.
• All preadmission courses must be completed by the end of the semester in which the applicant is applying.
• Mid-term grades will be checked in the spring semester the student is applying.
• A GPA of 2.5 and higher is required to receive a score.

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

• Applicants who have met all the requirements are considered for an interview.
• An email regarding the date, time, and location of the Health Sciences interview will be sent approximately two weeks in advance. Please notify Health Sciences of any change in name, email address, or phone number.
• The interview is approximately 15 minutes in length.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

• Based upon the program’s admission scoring system, the 20 applicants with the highest score will be offered a position in the program and will receive information on the necessary steps to complete program admissions.
• Information regarding acceptance or non-acceptance into the program will be delivered to students via the online application portal.
• The accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their OTC email account to complete the admission process.

REAPPLICATION:

• Applicants and alternates not selected for admission will need to reapply online for the next deadline.
• Contact the Health Sciences office with any questions at (417) 447-8803 or [email protected].

OTC cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about licensure exam requirements.

Background Check – Students with a felony or a significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some of our sites and may not be able to apply for a license to practice. Contact the Health Sciences Office for additional information ([email protected]).

Candidate Selection Form

Respiratory Therapy Essential Functions

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• September 15 – Classes begin in January (spring semester)
• Location: OTC Springfield Campus, 1001 E. Chestnut Exp. Springfield, MO; OTC Waynesville Campus, 600 GW Lane St., Waynesville, MO 65583
• USE OUR ONLINE APPLICATION PORTAL TO APPLY: apply.otc.edu
• The Respiratory Therapy Program is a selective admission program.
• An incomplete file will not be considered – Complete the following by the application deadline:
  • Complete the OTC admissions process.
  • Attend an informational session. Visit here for dates and times. This is recommended but not required.
  • Complete or be currently enrolled in the preadmission courses outlined on the Preferred Course Sequence by the application deadline. Student must email [email protected] if your anatomy and physiology sequence will be more than 5 years old at the time of your application deadline.
  • Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC must be received by OTC Admissions before the application deadline.
  • Submit a Respiratory Therapy application using the online application portal apply.otc.edu by the application deadline.
  • Complete TOEFL testing if English is not the student’s native language and submit during the online application process by the application deadline.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT:

(Effective with the February 15, 2019, application deadline.) Students whose first language is not English must document their English language proficiency. This requires:

• Minimum TOEFL iBT passing score of 81, with a minimum speaking score of 24. *Program will waive TOEFL requirement if the student has already obtained a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. regionally accredited university.*
• Student must satisfy this requirement by submitting a current TOEFL iBT score (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with their online respiratory therapy application by the application deadline.
• Testing is completed through the TOEFL website.
• The TOEFL report scores are valid for 5 years from the test date.
• This is separate from the test taken to be admitted to OTC.

SELECTION FOR INTERVIEW PROCESS:

The RT Program is a selective admission program. A grade of “C” or better is required in the pre-admission courses to be considered for the interview process. The Preferred Course Sequence outlines the pre-admission courses.

• A score is given for the grade made in all the preadmission requirements.
• All preadmission courses must be completed by the end of the semester in which the applicant is applying.
• Mid-term grades will be checked in the semester the student is applying (fall).
• A GPA of 2.5 and higher is required to receive a score.

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

• Applicants who have met all the requirements are considered for an interview.
• An email regarding the date, time, and location of the Health Sciences interview will be sent approximately two weeks in advance. Please notify Health Sciences of any change in name, email address, or phone number.
• The interview is approximately 15 minutes in length.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

• Based upon the program’s admission scoring system, the 30 applicants with the highest score will be offered a position in the program and will receive information on the necessary steps to complete program admissions.
• Information regarding acceptance or non-acceptance into the program will be delivered to students via the online application portal.
• The accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their OTC email account to complete the admission process.

REAPPLICATION:

• Applicants and alternates not selected for admission will need to reapply online for the next deadline.
• Contact the Health Sciences office with any questions at (417) 447-8803 or [email protected].

OTC cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about licensure exam requirements.

Background Check – Students with a felony or a significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some of our sites and may not be able to apply for a license to practice. Contact the Health Sciences Office for additional information ([email protected]).

Updated 9/4/2025

Candidate Selection Form

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• July 1st
  • Classes begin in the fall (August).
  • Any Pre-admission courses must be completed by the end of the Summer Semester.
• November 15
  • Classes begin in the spring (January).
  • Any Pre-admission courses must be completed by the end of the A-Block Fall Semester, OR 16-week Fall Semester courses must be in progress (midterm grade will be used).1

The Computed Tomography Program is a selective admission program, and a points-based system determines admission. To see how points are determined, refer to the Candidate Selection Form. A 2.75 GPA is required to be eligible for this program. Incomplete files will not be considered. Complete the following by the application deadline:

• Complete the Ozarks Tech Admissions process.
• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than Ozarks Tech must be received by Ozarks Tech Admissions before the application deadline (preferably 4-6 weeks prior, to allow time for review).
• Submit a CT (Computed Tomography) program application using the online application portal apply.otc.edu by the application deadline (preferably 4 weeks before the deadline).
  • Will need to upload your current proof of at least one of the following:
    • ARRT (R)
    • ARRT (N)
    • CNMT (NMTCB)
    • ARRT (T)
  • Provide the institution that provided you with your imaging degree or certificate.
  • Upload proof of an associate’s degree or higher (if applicable)
  • Provide a professional resume that lists dates and includes references
• Complete TOEFL testing if English is not the student’s native language and upload results during the online application process by the application deadline.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT:

Students whose first language is not English must document their English language proficiency. This requires:

• Minimum TOEFL iBT passing score of 81, with a minimum speaking score of24. *Program will waive TOEFL requirement if the student has already obtained a bachelor’s degree from a US regionally accredited University*
• Student mustsatisfy thisrequirement by submitting a current TOEFL iBT score (Test of English as a Foreign Language) during the online application process by the application deadline.
• Testing is completed through the TOEFL website.
• The TOEFL report scores are valid for 5 years from the test date.
• This is separate from the test taken to be admitted to Ozarks Tech.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

• Based upon the program’s admission scoring system, the 20 applicants with the highest score will be offered a position in the program and will receive information on the necessary steps to complete the program admissions.
• Information regarding acceptance or non-acceptance into the program will be delivered to students via the online application portal.
• The accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their Ozarks Tech email account to complete the admission process.

REAPPLICATION:

✓ Applicants not selected for admission can reapply online for the next deadline.

✓ Contact the Health Sciences Office with any questions at (417) 447-8803 or [email protected].

Ozarks Tech cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about the specific requirements for licensure exams.

Background Check – Students with a felony or a significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some of our sites. They may not be able to apply for a license to practice. Contact the Health Sciences Office for additional information ([email protected]). Students may also contact the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) for a pre-program ethics review. Visit this page for more details on their process.

Candidate Selection Form

Work Verification Form 

Dental Assisting Essential Functions

APPLICATION DEADLINES

• USE THE ONLINE APPLICATION PORTAL TO APPLY: apply.otc.edu
• June 15 – This cohort begins with the Fall Intersession (first 2 weeks of August)
• October 31 – This cohort begins in the spring semester (January)
• Location: OTC Springfield Campus, 1001 E. Chestnut Exp., Springfield, MO

The Dental Assisting Program is a selective admission program, and admission is determined by a points-based system. Points are awarded on the grades made in the general education classes, completion of clinical observation hours, and residency status. For additional information, visit the Candidate Selection Form here on the DAS Admission Information webpage.

An incomplete file will not be considered – Complete the following by the application deadline:

• Complete OTC admissions process.
• Complete the general education courses outlined on the Candidate Selection Form. Review the form here.
• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC must be received by OTC Admissions before the application deadline.
• Complete 24 hours of clinical observation/job shadowing by the application deadline. Upload the Dental Observation Form during the application process to document the requirement.
• Complete the Work Verification Form by the application deadline and upload it during the application process.
• Complete the online application process at apply.otc.edu by the application deadline.
• The TOEFL is required if English is not the student’s primary language. Additional information is below. Results are due by the application deadline.

GENERAL EDUCATION CLASSES & THE SELECTION PROCESS

• Points are given for the grades earned in the general education courses outlined on the Candidate Selection Form.
• Complete as many general education courses as possible with the highest grade possible for the best score.
• If applying for the June 15 deadline, general education courses must be completed by the end of the spring semester.
• If applying for the October 31 deadline, general education courses must be completed by the end of the fall A block.
• OTC general education courses will be applied first to the Dental Assisting AAS degree “elective” course requirements. All other transfer courses will be reviewed for applicability on an individual basis.
• Guidelines for repeating a course: https://students.otc.edu/registrar/course-repeat-policy/

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT

Students whose primary language is not English must document their English language proficiency. This requires:

• Minimum TOEFL iBT passing score of 81, with a minimum speaking score of 24. *Program will waive TOEFL requirement if the student has already obtained a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. regionally accredited university.*
• Student must submit a current TOEFL iBT score during the online application process by the application deadline.
• Testing is completed through the TOEFL website.
• The TOEFL report scores are valid for 5 years from the test date.
• This is separate from the test taken to be admitted to OTC.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE (1–2 weeks following the application deadline)

• Based upon the program’s admission scoring system, the top 24 applicants will be offered a position in the class and will receive information on the next steps.
• In the event of a tie in final points, the student’s cumulative GPA will be used in the final selection.
• Students will be notified of acceptance or non-acceptance via the online application portal.
• Accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their OTC email account to complete the admission process.

REAPPLICATION

• Applicants and alternates not selected for admission can reapply online for the next deadline.
• Incomplete files will not be considered.

Contact Health Sciences with any questions at (417) 447-8803 or [email protected].

Dental Assisting students must be able to perform essential functions. Technical Acceptance Standards refer to nonacademic admissions criteria essential to participate in the dental programs. Click here for the standards:

Dental Hygiene Program Technical Standards 

OTC cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about licensure exam requirements.

Background Check – Students with a felony or a significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some sites and may not be able to apply for a license to practice. Contact the Health Sciences office for additional information at [email protected].

Dental Hygiene Candidate Selection Form 

Dental Observation Form

Work Experience Form

Dental Hygiene Essential Functions

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

• Apply online using our application portal: apply.otc.edu.
• Application Deadline: May 31
• A new cohort begins every fall semester in August.
• Location: OTC Springfield Campus, 1001 E. Chestnut Exp., Springfield, MO

The Dental Hygiene Program is a selective admission program and admission is determined by a points-based system. Points are awarded based on grades earned in preadmission courses; completion of clinical observation hours, or CDA, or CDA experience equivalent to 3 years; preadmission testing and cumulative GPA.

Complete the following by the application due date. Note:  An incomplete file will not be considered.

• Apply to OTC and complete admission processes.
• Complete the prerequisite courses by the application deadline. Student must email [email protected] if:
  • a passing grade of “C” or better is not achieved after two attempts in any program prerequisite course requirement, OR
  • your Human Physiology course will be more than 5 years old at the time of your application deadline.
• Request official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC. These must be received by OTC Admissions before the application deadline.
• Complete required testing by the application deadline. Registration is required through Testing Services.
• If applicable, upload current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) documentation by the application deadline.
• If applicant is not a current CDA, complete 24 hours of clinical observation by the application deadline. During the application process, upload the Dental Observation Form to obtain points for the completion of the shadowing hours.
• If applicable, complete the Work Experience Form and upload it during the application process. Dates listed on the form must reflect at minimum two full years of experience prior to May 31.
• The TOEFL is required by student if English is not student’s primary language. Additional information is below. Results are due by the application deadline.

GRADES/GPA:

• A GPA less than 2.5, will not be given points as outlined on the Candidate Selection form.
• Complete prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or higher for points as outlined in the Candidate Selection form.
• The cumulative GPA score includes all courses completed at accredited institutions transferred to OTC.

PREADMISSION TESTING INFORMATION – Schedule early with Testing Services.

• Student may take the Bennett, Wonderlic, and Peg Board tests once in an application cycle. (June 1 – May 31).
• Schedule and complete through Testing Services at OTC.
• Student will receive scores upon completion of tests.
• Student must upload test results as instructed through the online application portal and review carefully before submitting.
• Test results expire 2 years from the date of testing.

To help you prepare for testing, the OTC Library has the following materials:

• Ebook Secrets of the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test Study Guide
• Print Wonderlic Basic Skills Test Study Guide
• Print Secrets of the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam
• Print Mechanical Aptitude Test: Secrets Study Guide

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT:

Students whose primary language is not English must document their English language proficiency. This requires:

• Minimum TOEFLiBT passing score of 81, with a minimum speaking score of 24. *Program will waive TOEFL requirement if the student has already obtained a bachelor’s degree from a US regionally accredited University*
• Student must satisfy this requirement by submitting a current TOEFL iBT score (Test of English as a Foreign Language) during the online application process by the application deadline.
• Testing is completed through the TOEFL website.
• The TOEFL report scores are valid for 5 years from the test date.
• This is separate from the test taken to be admitted to OTC.

ACCEPTANCE NOTIFICATION:

• Candidate will be contacted within 1-2 weeks of application deadline.
• Based upon the program’s admission scoring system, the top 20 applicants are offered a position in the program and will receive information on the necessary steps to complete the program admission.
• In the event of a tie in final points, the student’s cumulative GPA will be used in the selection process.
• Students will be notified of acceptance or non-acceptance into the program via the online application portal.
• The accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their OTC email account to complete the admission process.

REAPPLICATION:

• Applicants and alternates not selected for admission may reapply online for the following application cycle.

Contact the Health Sciences office with any questions at (417) 447-8803 or [email protected].

Dental Hygiene students must be able to perform essential functions. Technical Acceptance Standards refer to nonacademic admissions criteria essential to participate in the dental programs. Click here for the standards:

Dental Hygiene Program Technical Acceptance Standards

OTC cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about licensure exam requirements.

Background Check – Students with a felony or a significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some of our sites and may not be able to apply for a license to practice. Contact the Health Sciences Office for additional information ([email protected]).

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• June 15 – Classes begin in the fall

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is a selective admission program, and admission is determined by a points-based system. To see how points are determined, refer to the Candidate Selection Form. A 2.75 GPA is required to be eligible for this program. An incomplete file will not be considered. Complete the following by the application deadline:

• Complete the OTC admissions process.
• Preadmission courses must be completed or in progress by the application deadline.
  • In order to guarantee all points for admission into the program, students must be finished with all pre-requisite courses prior to the admission deadline.
  • If a student still has remaining pre-requisite courses to finish in the summer, he/she is still eligible to apply for the program. However, he/she will receive a score of zero for any classes not started or completed by the application deadline. This will affect the student’s ranking in the admission process.
• Student must email [email protected] if:
  • a passing grade of “C” or better is not achieved after two attempts in any program preadmission requirement, OR
  • your anatomy and physiology sequence will be more than 5 years old at the time of your application deadline (June 15).
• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC must be received by OTC Admissions before the application deadline (preferably 4-6 weeks prior to allow time for review).
• Submit a Diagnostic Medical Sonography application using the online application portal apply.otc.edu by the application deadline (preferably 4 weeks prior to the deadline).
• Complete a minimum of 24 hours of job shadowing prior to applying for the program. For more information about shadowing, access the Job Shadowing Form, which should be uploaded during the online application process by the application deadline.
• Complete TOEFL testing if English is not the student’s native language and upload results during the online application process by the application deadline.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT:

Students whose first language is not English must document their English language proficiency. This requires:

• Minimum TOEFL iBT passing score of 81, with a minimum speaking score of 24. *Program will waive TOEFL requirement if the student has already obtained a bachelor’s degree from a US regionally accredited university.*
• Student must satisfy this requirement by submitting a current TOEFL iBT score (Test of English as a Foreign Language) during the online application process by the application deadline.
• Testing is completed through the TOEFL website.
• The TOEFL report scores are valid for 5 years from the test date.
• This is separate from the test taken to be admitted to OTC.

SELECTION FOR INTERVIEW PROCESS:

Using the Candidate Selection Form, top-scoring applicants will receive an interview.

• All preadmission courses must be completed by the end of OTC’s Summer Semester.
• A total GPA of 2.75 and higher, as well as a grade of C or higher in all pre-requisite coursework, is required to be considered a viable candidate.

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

• A message regarding the date, time, and location of the interview will be sent to your OTC email if you are selected.
• The interview is approximately 30 minutes in length.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

• Based upon the program’s admission scoring system, the 20 applicants with the highest score will be offered a position in the program and will receive information on the necessary steps to complete the program admissions.
• Information regarding acceptance or non-acceptance into the program will be delivered to students via the online application portal.
• The accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their OTC email account to complete the admission process.

REAPPLICATION:

• Applicants not selected for admission can reapply online for the next deadline.
• Contact the Health Sciences Office with any questions at (417) 447-8803 or [email protected].

OTC cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about licensure exam requirements.

Background Check – Students with a felony or a significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some of our sites and may not be able to apply for a license to practice. Contact the Health Sciences Office for additional information ([email protected]).

Candidate Selection Form

Job Shadowing Experience Form 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• November 15
  • Classes begin in the spring (January).
  • Any Pre-admission courses must be completed by the end of the Fall Semester (midterm grade will be used for 16-week courses and B Block courses). T

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Program isa selective admission program, and a points-based system determines admission. To see how points are determined, refer to the Candidate Selection Form. A 2.75 GPA is required to be eligible for this program. Incomplete files will not be considered. Complete the following by the application deadline:

• Complete the Ozarks Tech Admissions process.
• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than Ozarks Tech must be received by Ozarks Tech Admissions before the application deadline (preferably 4-6 weeks prior, to allow time for review).
• Submit an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) program application using the online application portal apply.otc.edu by the application deadline (preferably 4 weeks before the deadline).

If you are a post-primary applicant:

• Upload current/non-expired registry card in at least one of the following:
• ARRT (R)
• ARRT (S)
• ARRT (VS)
• ARDMS
• ARRT (N)
• CNMT (NMTCB)
• ARRT (T)

If you a primary applicant (must have an associate degree or higher):

• Preadmission courses must be completed or in progress by the application deadline. Student must email [email protected] if:
  • a passing grade of “C” or better is not achieved after two attempts in any program preadmission requirement, OR
  • your anatomy and physiology sequence will be more than 5 years old at the time of your application deadline.
• Complete a minimum of 8 hours of job shadowing prior to applying for the program. Access the Job Shadowing Experience Form and upload it during the online application process by the application deadline. Not required if your degree is in an imaging field.

The following items should be completed and submitted by ALL applicants during the application process by the application deadline.

• Provide a professional resume that lists job titles, dates, duties, and references at minimum.
• Complete the required Safety Form during the application process. This is a pre-program MRI screening survey. Upload a screenshot of the “Thank You” page at the end of the survey to show proof of completion.
• Complete TOEFL testing if English is not the student’s native language and upload results.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT:

Students whose first language is not English must document their English language proficiency. This requires:

• Minimum TOEFL iBT passing score of 81 with a minimum speaking score of 24. *Program will waive TOEFL requirement if the student has already obtained a bachelor’s degree from a US regionally accredited University*
• Student must satisfy this requirement by submitting a current TOEFL iBT score (Test of English as a Foreign Language) during the online application process by the application deadline.
• Testing is completed through the TOEFL website.
• The TOEFL report scores are validfor5 years from the test date. • This is separate from the test taken to be admitted to Ozarks Tech.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

• Based upon the program’s admission scoring system, the 20 applicants with the highest score will be offered a position in the program and will receive information on the necessary steps to complete the program admissions.
• Information regarding acceptance or non-acceptance into the program will be delivered to students via the online application portal.
• The accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their Ozarks Tech email account to complete the admission process.

REAPPLICATION:

✓ Applicants not selected for admission can reapply online for the next deadline.

✓ Contact the Health Sciences Office with any questions at (417) 447-8803 or [email protected].

Ozarks Tech cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about the specific requirements for licensure exams.

Background Check – Students with a felony or a significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some of our sites. They may not be able to apply for a license to practice. Contact the Health Sciences Office for additional information ([email protected]). Students may also contact the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) for a pre-program ethics review. Visit this page for more details on their process.

Candidate Selection Form

MLT Essential Functions/Requirements

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• February 15 – This cohort begins in the summer semester (June)
• Location: Richwood Valley campus, located on Highway 14, approximately 1.5 miles west of Highway 65, at 3369 Jackson St., Nixa, MO 65714

The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program is a selective admission program, and admission is determined by a points-based system. Points are awarded for academic preparedness.

A phlebotomy program must be completed or in progress by the start of the MLT program in the summer. It is expected that students will enroll in a phlebotomy program the spring semester before entering the MLT program. See page 2 for additional information.

An incomplete file will not be considered – Complete the following by the application deadline:

• Complete the OTC admissions process.
• Attend an informational session. Visit here for dates and times. This is recommended but not required.
• Complete preadmission courses. See the Preferred Course Sequence for specific requirements.(If a passing grade is not achieved after two attempts in any program preadmission requirement, an applicant may not be considered for the program. Please email [email protected] to request additional information.)
• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC must be received before the application deadline.
• Submit a Medical Laboratory Technician application using the online application portal at
  apply.otc.edu by the application deadline (February 15).

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

• Applicants who have met all of the requirements are considered for an interview.
• Emails regarding the date, time, and location of the interview are sent out approximately two weeks in advance. Please notify Health Sciences of any change in name, email address, or phone number.
• The interview is approximately 15 minutes in length. The applicant is asked questions by a group of interviewers.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

• Based upon the program’s admission scoring system, the top 20 applicants will be offered a position in the program and will receive information on the necessary steps to complete the program admission.
• Information regarding acceptance or non-acceptance into the program will be delivered to students via the online application portal.
• The accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their OTC email account to complete the admission process.

REAPPLICATION:

• Applicants and alternates not selected for admission can reapply online for the next deadline.
• Contact the Health Sciences Office with any questions at (417) 447-8803 or
  [email protected].

PHLEBOTOMY REQUIREMENT:

Phlebotomy is a prerequisite for the MLT program. PLB courses are open to non-MLT students if seats are available. The Phlebotomy course may be taken in two ways:

• Option 1: PLB 100 Introduction to Phlebotomy (Spring semester, A block)
  • PLB 101 Phlebotomy Clinical (Spring semester, B block)*

*Students must have adequate time in their course and personal schedule to complete 100 hours of clinical internship in 8 weeks during B block.
A heavy course load may not allow for this. Please reach out to the instructor,
Sarah Schremser ([email protected]), if you have questions about this option.

• Option 2: PLB 100 Introduction to Phlebotomy (Spring semester, B block)
  • PLB 101 Phlebotomy Clinical (Summer semester)

PLB courses require instructor permission to enroll. If you are interested, you must email the instructor,
Sarah Schremser, to discuss requirements and scheduling.
You may also call the MLT office at (417) 447-7419.

PLB 101 is the clinical portion of the course required for the ASCP phlebotomy certification exam and entails practice of phlebotomy skills at a clinical facility for a total of 100 hours.
This requires four or more hours of availability at least twice a week.
PLB 101 is offered during the second block of the spring semester and the summer semester.

• Graduation from the MLT program is not contingent upon passing a national certification examination. Students are not certified upon completion of the program. To become certified, graduates must apply for and successfully pass a national certification examination, such as the ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) exam. The student is responsible for all associated exam application and testing fees.

OTC cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion.
Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about licensure exam requirements.

Background Check – Students with a felony or a significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some sites and may not be able to apply for a license to practice.
Contact the Health Sciences Office for additional information at
[email protected].

Candidate Selection Form

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• USE OUR NEW ONLINE APPLICATION PORTAL TO APPLY: apply.otc.edu
• April 15 – This cohort begins in the fall semester (August)
• Location: OTC Springfield Campus, 1001 E. Chestnut Exp., Springfield, MO

The Occupational Therapy Assistant Program is a selective admission program and admission is determined by a points-based system. Points are awarded for academic preparedness, prior OTA coursework, prior college degree(s), and references.

An incomplete file will not be considered – Complete the following by the application deadline:

• Complete OTC admissions process.
• Attend an informational session. Visit here for dates and times. This is recommended but not required. Points are awarded for attendance.
• Complete preadmission courses. Student should email [email protected] if:
  • a passing grade is not achieved after two attempts in any program preadmission requirement (applicant may not be considered for the program). Please email to request additional information.
  • your anatomy and physiology sequence will be more than 5 years old at the time of your application deadline.
• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC must be received by OTC Admissions before the application deadline (April 15).
• Complete the ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS at apply.otc.edu by the application deadline. Provide and submit the following during the online application process:
  • Three professional references who are able to comment on your academic potential, work performance, or potential to function in a healthcare field.
  • A resume.

RESUME INSTRUCTIONS

• Name and address
• Educational background (institution, dates, area of study, graduation date, degree)
• Employment records (employer, location, position, dates, and supervisor)
• Shadowing experience (location, dates, and length of time)
• Volunteer work (organization, nature of work, dates, and supervisor)
• Membership in professional/honor societies (name, dates)
• Honors/awards received
• Organizations/boards/committees on which you served
• Primary interests/extracurricular activities

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

• Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA in pre-admission course requirements for the application to be considered.
• The top 40 applicants will be considered for an interview, which is typically held in May, the week after finals.
• An email regarding the date, time, and location of the interview will be emailed to the student’s OTC email account approximately two weeks in advance. Notify the Health Sciences office of any change in name, email address, or phone number.
• The interview is approximately 90 minutes in length. The applicant will be asked questions by a variety of interviewers.

CRITERIA FOR ACCEPTANCE:

*Academics: 60% of the total score

• Score for prerequisite GPA (7 prerequisite courses only)
• Score for prior college degree (points are prorated for level of degree)
• Score for overall college GPA (points are prorated for 3.3 and above overall GPA)
• Score for prior OTA coursework at OTC or at another college (where applicable)

*References: 10% of the total score

• Score for each of three references provided

*Interview: 30% of the total score (may be online or in person)

• Scoring for individual participation in each step of the interview process
• Scoring for attendance at one OTA informational session during the fall or spring prior to admission

Note: OTA informational sessions are listed on the OTC website:

Ozarks Tech Health Science Informational Sessions

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

• Based on the OTA program’s admission scoring system, the 24 applicants with the highest scores will be offered a position in the program and will receive information on the necessary steps to complete program admission.
• Information regarding acceptance or non-acceptance into the program will be delivered to students via the online application portal.
• Accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their OTC email account to complete the admission process.
• Alternates will receive an email regarding their alternate status. Alternates will be notified if a position in the class becomes available.

REAPPLICATION:

• Applicants and alternates not selected for admission will need to reapply online for the next deadline.
• Contact the Health Sciences Office with any questions at (417) 447-8803 or email [email protected].

Background Check – Students with a felony or significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some sites and may not be able to apply for a license to practice. Contact the state agency that administers licensure and national agency that administers certification. 

Paramedic Candidate Selection Form (Traditional)

Paramedic Candidate Selection Form (Hybrid)

Application Deadlines

• July 3 – Table Rock, Lebanon and Springfield Hybrid Programs August Start
• November 3 – Springfield (Traditional Program) January Start

Entrance Exam

The entrance exam must be completed before submitting your program application. To schedule your exam email [email protected]. 

The Paramedicine program application is completed online. If you are a new student, you may apply to Ozarks Tech and the Paramedicine program at the same time through the application portal. You may also complete the application after completing application to Ozarks Tech by logging back into the application portal and selecting the “Returning User” option and selecting the Paramedicine program. Contact your College Navigator for assistance with this process.

Application Portal

Candidate Selection Form

Clinical Observation Form

As part of the admissions process, the OTC PTA program requires applicants to spend 10 hours in an In-Patient* physical therapy setting and 10 hours in an Out-Patient** physical therapy setting, for a total of 20 hours of observation. See Information page for more observation experience details.

*In-patient refers to a facility where a patient will be staying overnight to receive treatment. **Out-patient refers to a patient receiving treatment but not staying overnight.

Physical Therapist Assistant Program Technical Standards

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• USE THE ONLINE APPLICATION PORTAL TO APPLY: apply.otc.edu

• September 15 – This cohort begins in the spring semester (January).
• Location: Richwood Valley campus, located on Highway 14, approximately 1.5 miles west of Highway 65, at 3369 W. Jackson Street, Nixa, MO.

The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is a selective admission program, and admission is determined by a points-based system. Points are awarded on grades made in preadmission requirements*, degrees & certificates, honors & awards, service industry experience, and personal interview.

*A total GPA of 3.0 and a grade of C or higher in all pre-requisite coursework is required to be considered a viable candidate for the PTA Program.

Complete the following by the application deadline. An incomplete application will not be considered.

• Complete the OTC admissions process. Visit Admissions
• Attend an informational session. Visit here for dates and times.
• Complete or be currently enrolled in the preadmission courses. See Preferred Course Sequence HERE for specific requirements. Students should email [email protected] if:
  • a passing grade of “C” or better is not achieved after two attempts in any program preadmission requirement, OR
  • their anatomy and physiology sequence will be more than 5 years old at the time of your application deadline.
• Students are advised to complete BCS 210 before beginning PTA program-specific courses. If a waiver is needed for BCS-200-Microbiology (PTA degree-seeking students), please contact [email protected].
• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC must be received by OTC Admissions before the application deadline.
• Submit the Physical Therapist Assistant application using the online application portal apply.otc.edu by the application deadline. It is highly recommended to apply 1–2 months prior to the application deadline.
• Complete 20 hours of clinical observation (10 hours in an In-Patient* setting, 10 hours in an Out-Patient** setting). During the online application process, upload the Clinical Observation Information Form by the application deadline.
• Submit a resume during the online application process by the application deadline.
• Complete TOEFL testing if English is not student’s native language and submit by the application deadline.

*In-patient refers to a facility where a patient will be staying overnight to receive treatment.
**Out-patient refers to a patient receiving treatment but not staying overnight.

RESUME INSTRUCTIONS (5-year history):

• Name and address
• Educational background (institution, dates, area of study, graduation date, degree)
• Employment records (employer, location, position, dates, supervisor)
• Volunteer work (organization, nature of work, dates, supervisor)
• Membership in professional/honor societies (name & dates)
• Honors/awards received
• Organization/boards/committees served
• Primary interests/extracurricular activities

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT

Students whose first language is not English must document their English language proficiency. This requires:

• Minimum TOEFL iBT passing score of 81, with a minimum speaking score of 24. *Program will waive TOEFL requirement if the student has already obtained a bachelor’s degree from a US regionally accredited University.*
• Student must satisfy this requirement by submitting a current TOEFL iBT score (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with their online application by the application deadline.
• Testing is completed through the TOEFL website.
• The TOEFL report scores are valid for 5 years from the test date.
• This is separate from the test taken to be admitted to OTC.

SELECTION FOR INTERVIEW PROCESS:

The PTA Program is a selective admission program. The Preferred Course Sequence outlines the pre-admission courses.

• A score is given for the grade made in all the preadmission requirements.
• All pre-admission courses must be completed by the end of the semester in which the applicant is applying.
• Mid-term grades will be checked in the fall semester when the student is applying.
• A total GPA of 3.0 and a grade of C or higher in all pre-requisite coursework is required to be considered a viable candidate for the PTA Program.
• Degree or certificate completion (highest degree is used)
• Honors/awards – located on resume
• Experience in the health service industry (more than 6 months)

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

• An email regarding the date, time, and location of the interview will be emailed to the student’s OTC email account approximately 2 weeks in advance.
• Notify the Health Sciences office of any change in name, email address, or phone number.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

• Based upon accumulated points given for the selection of the interview process and the interview points, the 24 applicants with the highest scores will be offered a position in the program and will receive information on the necessary steps to complete the program admission.
• Students will be notified of acceptance or non-acceptance into the program via the online application portal.
• The accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their OTC email account to complete the admission process.
• Five alternates will receive an email sent to their OTC account regarding their alternate status.
• Alternates will be notified if a position in the cohort becomes available.

REAPPLICATION:

• Applicants and alternates not selected for admission will need to reapply online for the next deadline.

ADVISING POST INTERVIEW:

Applicants not accepted into the program are invited to a group advising session. Click here for the informational session webpage for information.

OTC cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about licensure exam requirements.

Background Check – Students with a felony or a significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some of our sites and may not be able to apply for a license to practice. Contact the Health Sciences Office for additional information ([email protected]).

Candidate Selection Form

Advanced PN Candidate Selection Form

HESI Prep Course Information

Work Verification Form

Practical Nursing Essential Functions

APPLICATION DEADLINES:

• USE OUR ONLINE APPLICATION PORTAL TO APPLY: apply.otc.edu
• Note: You can START your online application now, but you will not be able to SUBMIT a complete application until you have taken your HESI exam. (Check the HESI exam window dates below.)
• Springfield: May 1^st – This Traditional Hybrid cohort begins in the fall semester (August).
• Table Rock: September 1^st – This Traditional Hybrid cohort begins in the fall semester (B Block – October).
• Springfield and Lebanon: October 1^st – These Traditional Hybrid cohorts begin in the spring semester (January).
• Springfield Advanced Hybrid cohort: October 1^st – This cohort begins in the spring semester (January).

Location for in-person activities:

• Springfield – OTC Springfield Campus, 1001 E. Chestnut Exp., Springfield, MO
• Table Rock – OTC Table Rock Campus, 10698 Historic Hwy 165, Hollister, MO
• Lebanon – OTC Lebanon Center, 22360 Hwy MM, Lebanon, MO

The Practical Nursing Program is a selective admission program determined by a points-based system (grades in Anatomy and Physiology, HESI score, and references). An incomplete file will not be considered. Complete the following by the application deadline:

• Complete OTC admissions process. Visit Admissions.
• Complete preadmission courses. See Preferred Course Sequence HERE for requirements. Email [email protected] if:
  • a passing grade of “C” or better is not achieved after two attempts in any preadmission requirement, OR
  • your anatomy and physiology sequence will be more than 5 years old at the time of your application deadline.
• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC must be received by OTC Admissions before the application deadline.
• START the ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS at apply.otc.edu. (Note: You will not be able to SUBMIT your application until you have taken your HESI Admission Assessment Exam.)
• Complete the HESI Admission Assessment Exam during your testing window. Upload results to complete and submit your application. (See testing windows below.)
• The TOEFL is required if English is not your primary language. (See additional information below.)
• If applying to the Advanced Hybrid Track (prior CNA/MA/EMT experience required), complete the work verification form HERE and upload it during the application process.

HESI ADMISSION ASSESSMENT EXAM

• A minimum overall score of 70% must be achieved to be considered.
• This test may be taken seated or online.
• Students will have 4 hours to complete the exam.
• Instructions are provided during the application process and on the Testing Services page.
• Testing cycles:
  • February 1 – May 1
  • July 1 – December 1
• You MUST take the exam in time to have results ready by the program deadline.
• You are allowed a total of 2 attempts per testing window.
• Cost: $75.00 online / $45.00 seated.
• Study resource: HESI Admission Assessment Exam Review

BEHAVIORAL ASSESSMENT

• Only students who complete the application process and meet the parameters by the cohort deadline are eligible.
• Eligible students will receive an invitation to a Canvas course called “NUR-Admissions.”
• Students will have one week to complete and submit the Behavioral Assessment.
• Students in the Advanced Hybrid cohort are exempt.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT

• Students whose primary language is not English must document proficiency via TOEFL.
• Minimum TOEFL iBT score: 83 overall with 26 speaking.
• Submit current TOEFL iBT scores during the application process.
• Register through the TOEFL website — only professional test center exams accepted.
• Scores valid for 5 years from test date.
• This is separate from the OTC admission test.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE

• Top applicants based on the admission scoring system will be offered a position and given next steps for program admission.
• Notifications will be sent via the online application portal.
• Accepted students will receive an email with the acceptance packet task list.

REAPPLICATION

• Applicants and alternates not selected can reapply online for the next deadline.
• Contact the Health Sciences Office with any questions: (417) 447-8803 or [email protected].

Ozarks Tech cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about licensure exam requirements.

Background Check: Students with a felony or significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences or obtain a license to practice. Contact the Health Sciences Office for more information ([email protected]).

Candidate Selection Form

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• April 1
• Classes begin in the fall (August).
• Preadmission courses must be completed by the end of B Block Spring Semester.

• October 15
• Classes begin in the spring (January).
• Preadmission courses must be completed by the end of A Block Fall Semester OR 16-week Fall Semester courses must be in progress (midterm grade will be used).

The Radiography Program is a selective admission program, and admission is determined by a points-based system. To see how points are determined, refer to the Candidate Selection Form. A 2.75 GPA is required to be eligible for this program. An incomplete file will not be considered. Complete the following by the application deadline:

• Complete the OTC admissions process.
• Preadmission courses must be completed or in progress by the application deadline. Student must email [email protected] if:
  • a passing grade of “C” or better is not achieved after two attempts in any program preadmission requirement, OR
  • your anatomy and physiology sequence will be more than 5 years old at the time of your application deadline.
• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC must be received by OTC Admissions before the application deadline (preferably 4–6 weeks prior to allow time for review).
• Submit a Radiography application using the online application portal apply.otc.edu by the application deadline (preferably 4 weeks prior to the deadline).
• Complete a minimum of 4 hours of job shadowing prior to applying for the program. For more information about shadowing, access the Job Shadowing Experience Form, which should be uploaded during the online application process by the application deadline.
• Complete TOEFL testing if English is not the student’s native language and upload results during the online application process by the application deadline.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT:

Students whose first language is not English must document their English language proficiency. This requires:

• Minimum TOEFL iBT passing score of 81, with a minimum speaking score of 24. *Program will waive TOEFL requirement if the student has already obtained a bachelor’s degree from a US regionally accredited University.*
• Student must satisfy this requirement by submitting a current TOEFL iBT score (Test of English as a Foreign Language) during the online application process by the application deadline.
• Testing is completed through the TOEFL website.
• The TOEFL report scores are valid for 5 years from the test date.
• This is separate from the test taken to be admitted to OTC.

SELECTION FOR INTERVIEW PROCESS:

Using the Candidate Selection Form, top-scoring applicants will receive an interview.

• All preadmission courses must be completed by the end of the semester in which the applicant is applying.
• Mid-term grades will be checked in the semester students are applying.
• A total GPA of 2.75 and higher, as well as a grade of C or higher in all pre-requisite coursework, is required to be considered a viable candidate.

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

• A message regarding the date, time, and location of the interview will be sent to your OTC email if you are selected.
• The interview is approximately one hour in length.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

• Based upon the program’s admission scoring system, the 18-24 applicants with the highest scores will be offered a position in the program and will receive information on the necessary steps to complete program admission.
• Information regarding acceptance or non-acceptance into the program will be delivered to students via the online application portal.
• The accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their OTC email account to complete the admission process.

REAPPLICATION:

• Applicants not selected for admission can reapply online for the next deadline. Students should review requirements before each re-application for any updated requirements.
• Contact the Health Sciences Office with any questions at (417) 447-8803 or [email protected].

OTC cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about licensure exam requirements.

Background Check – Students with a felony or a significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some of our sites and may not be able to apply for a license to practice. Contact the Health Sciences Office for additional information ([email protected]).

To determine your eligibility to sit for the national exam and become a Registered Technologist (R.T.) before you begin your education, you may undergo a Pre-Program Ethics Review. You can complete the steps and find the application on the official ARRT website Ethics Review Preapplication (link).

Complete pre-program ethics review

Candidate Selection Form

Job Shadowing/Observation Form

Surgical Technology Essential Functions

Sample Math Test

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• April 3 – This cohort begins in the fall semester (August)
• Location: OTC Springfield Campus, 1001 E. Chestnut Expressway, Springfield, MO
• USE THE ONLINE APPLICATION PORTAL TO APPLY: apply.otc.edu

The Surgical Technology Program is a selective admission program, and admission is determined on a points-based system. Points are awarded on the grades made in the BCS 165, BCS 205, BCS 200, BCS 210, and HSC 120; Bennett & Wonderlic score; math test; and references. For additional information, visit the Candidate Selection form on the ST Admission Information webpage: https://academics.otc.edu/sur/pre-application-information/

An incomplete file will not be considered – complete the following by the application deadline:

• Complete OTC admissions process.
• Attend an informational session. Visit here for dates and times. This is recommended but not required.
• Complete preadmission courses or be in process of completing them in the semester you are applying. Students must email [email protected] if:
  • a passing grade of “C” or better is not achieved after two attempts in any program preadmission requirement, OR
  • their anatomy and physiology sequence will be more than 5 years old at the time of your application deadline.
• Official transcripts from accredited schools attended other than OTC must be received by OTC Admissions before the application deadline.
• Submit the Surgical Technology application using the online application portal apply.otc.edu by the application deadline (April 3).
• Provide 3 professional references as part of the online application process by the application deadline (April 3).
• Complete 4 or more hours of job shadowing for additional points by the application deadline (April 3). This is not required but recommended. Click here for the Job Shadowing form, which will be uploaded during the online application process.
• Complete Bennett & Wonderlic testing before the application deadline (April 3). Registration & information is found here. Upload all test results during the online application process. (Testing prior to spring break is highly recommended.)

TESTING:

• Students will receive scores upon completion of tests and must upload results during the online application process.
• Upload test results as instructed by the application portal and review carefully for accuracy before submitting.
• Students are allowed to take these tests once per application cycle.
• Payment is required for Bennett & Wonderlic tests.
• Scoring is outlined on the Candidate Selection form.
• To help you prepare for testing, the OTC Library has the following materials:
  • Ebook: Secrets of the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test Study Guide
  • Print: Wonderlic Basic Skills Test Study Guide
  • Print: Secrets of the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam
  • Print: Mechanical Aptitude Test: Secrets Study Guide

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

• Students receiving the highest level of admission points will receive an invitation to be interviewed.
• The Candidate Selection form outlines how points are accumulated.
• An email regarding the date, time, and location of the interview will be sent to the student’s OTC email account approximately 2 weeks in advance. Notify the Health Sciences Office of any change in name, email address, or phone number.
• Responsibility for failing to receive the interview notification due to incorrect contact information will fall to the student.
• Math testing is part of the interview process. A sample math test may be found here. Calculators will not be allowed.
• The interview will be approximately 15 minutes in length. The student is asked questions by a group of interviewers.
• Students may be interviewed pending successful completion of preadmission courses by the end of the summer. However, they will receive 0 points for these classes since they have not been completed.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

• Based upon the program’s admission scoring system, the 20 applicants with the highest scores will be offered a position in the program and will receive information on the necessary steps to complete the program admission.
• Students will be notified of acceptance or non-acceptance into the program via the online application portal.
• The accepted students will receive an acceptance packet task list through their OTC email account to complete the admission process.

REAPPLICATION:

• Applicants and alternates not selected for admission will need to reapply online for the next deadline.
• Contact the Health Sciences Office with any questions at (417) 447-8803 or email [email protected].

OTC cannot guarantee that students classified under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will receive approval to take the licensure exam after program completion. Please contact the state or national agency that administers the professional licensure exam to inquire about licensure exam requirements.

Background Check – Students with a felony or a significant criminal history may not be able to participate in clinical experiences at some of our sites and may not be able to apply for a license to practice. Contact the Health Sciences Office for additional information ([email protected]).