The Associate of Applied Science Occupational therapy is one of the most in demand professions in the United States and internationally. The number of programs in the field has, like many health professions, exploded. Yet, the state of Arkansas has only a few programs in the state to meet the regional workforce and societal needs. The delta regional has a unique configuration of needs and strengths upon which the program has been designed to meet or build upon. Preliminary needs assessment has identified a regional and state need. Also, it has revealed industry support and identified need for the program.