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Occupational Therapy Assistant in Wyoming: Salary, License Requirements, and How to Start

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Wyoming employs 80 occupational therapy assistants, with a statewide median of $62,750 and wide variation by city and experience. Here is the real wage data, the exact Wyoming licensing picture, and where to train.

What Occupational therapy assistants Earn in Wyoming (May 2025)

Wyoming median pay: $62,750 (May 2025)
Starting range (10th percentile): $37,680
Experienced (75th percentile): $70,850
Top earners (90th percentile): $74,430
Employed in Wyoming: 80
U.S. median (for comparison): $68,340 (May 2024)

What That Pay Is Worth in Wyoming

Prices in Wyoming run about 7% below the national average (cost-of-living index 92.7 vs a U.S. baseline of 100, 2024), so the $62,750 median stretches to roughly $67,691 in national buying-power terms.

Job Outlook in Wyoming (2024–2034)

Wyoming is projected to grow occupational therapy assistants employment +23.5%, faster than the +19.3% projected nationally. The state expects about 10 openings a year, counting both growth and workers who retire or move on.

Wyoming License and Certification Requirements

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) — regulated by the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy.

Earn an ACOTE-accredited OTA associate degree.
Pass the NBCOT certification exam to become a COTA.
Apply to the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy.

Official requirements: Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy →

Training in Wyoming

Strong demand in rehab, pediatrics, and senior care. Confirm ACOTE accreditation and fieldwork placements.

Real training providers and registered apprenticeships in Wyoming include:

Casper College — Associate
Laramie County Community College — Associate
Northwest College — Associate

Where Occupational therapy assistants Work in Wyoming

Real Wyoming outpatient rehab clinics that employ occupational therapy assistants include:

Rocky Mountain Therapy, LLC — Casper
Laramie Peaks Therapies LLC — Saratoga
Bear Lodge Rehabilitation Services — Sundance
Shepherd of the Valley Rehabilitation and Wellness — Casper
Life Care Center of Cheyenne — Cheyenne
The Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center — Gillette

Is This the Right Move for You?

Best for: Patient, practical people who enjoy helping others rebuild daily-life skills.

Think twice if: You want independent desk work or dislike clinical documentation.

Why it's resilient: Occupational therapy support blends hands-on care, adaptation, human context, and patient motivation.

First Steps

Find ACOTE-accredited OTA programs and review fieldwork requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do occupational therapy assistants make in Wyoming?

The median wage for occupational therapy assistants in Wyoming is $62,750 per year (May 2025, BLS). Entry-level pay (10th percentile) starts around $37,680, and top earners (90th percentile) make about $74,430. Pay varies by metro and years of experience.

What license or certification do you need to become an Occupational Therapy Assistant in Wyoming?

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), overseen by the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy. Earn an ACOTE-accredited OTA associate degree.

Is being an Occupational Therapy Assistant a good career in Wyoming?

Occupational therapy support blends hands-on care, adaptation, human context, and patient motivation.

Where can I train to become an Occupational Therapy Assistant in Wyoming?

Real Wyoming options include Casper College, Laramie County Community College, Northwest College. Most occupational therapy assistants start with an accredited program, then earn the credential the state or employer requires.

Is Occupational Therapy Assistant a growing career in Wyoming?

Wyoming projects occupational therapy assistants employment to change +23.5% from 2024 to 2034, with about 10 openings a year — a growing field in the state.

Sources and Verification

Wage data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), Wyoming statewide and metro estimates for SOC 31-2011. Licensing summary compiled from the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy (2026-06-11). Requirements change — always confirm current rules with the board and verify program costs and outcomes before enrolling.

BLS Occupational Outlook · O*NET Wyoming wages · Wyoming licensing/certification source

Employment projections: Projections Central / BLS Employment Projections (2024–2034); Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities; Employer lists from CMS Provider of Services, the FAA Part 145 directory, EIA Form 860, and USGS/state EMS registries (2026).

Pay percentiles describe current workers, not entry-level offers; training costs and local demand vary, so verify locally before committing money or quitting a job.