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Note: If you chose to submit your application in writing, do NOT print the application on both sides of the paper. The application should only be printed on one side of each sheet of paper for scheduling purposes and for confidential information purposes.

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Application and License Requirements

Occupational Therapist:

• Is of good moral character.
• Graduated from an accredited OT program (accredited by the AOTA).
• Completed a period of supervised fieldwork experience at a recognized educational institution or a training program approved by the education institution where you met the academic requirements. An occupational therapist must have a minimum of 6 months supervised fieldwork experience.
• Passed an examination conducted or adopted by the board (NBCOT).

Occupational Therapy Assistant:

• Is of good moral character.
• Graduated from an accredited OTA program (accredited by the AOTA) or a certificate from the Army.
• Completed a period of supervised fieldwork experience at a recognized educational institution or a training program approved by the education institution where you met the academic requirements. An occupational therapy assistant must have a minimum of 2 months supervised fieldwork experience.
• Passed an examination conducted or adopted by the board (NBCOT).

Continuing Education: Click here for information regarding continuing education requirements for initial licensure.   It is also strongly recommended that you review all of the laws and rules regulating this profession.

Exam: The examination is not offered by the Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. Applicants must contact the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT), for the exam application and deadline information at (301) 990-7979 or you can visit the NBCOT site at: www.nbcot.org

Licensure Fees

Application Fee	$100.00 (non-refundable)
Initial License Fee	$75.00
Unlicensed Activity Fee	$5.00
Total Fee Due with Application:	$180.00

Make checks payable to the "Department of Health" (DOH). Or Make certified checks or money orders payable to: "Department of Health" (DOH)

Applicants and licensees are responsible for the fees outlined in applicable board or department rule at the time an application is received.