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Getting your occupational therapist license is a key ingredient to starting a successful career in this field. While licensure requirements vary from state to state, you will find regulations for professional occupational therapists in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Common requirements for licensure include:

  • Graduating from an accredited occupational therapy school
  • Meeting occupational therapy fieldwork requirements
  • Passing the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam
  • Submitting an application for licensure and paying associated fees

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Taking the NBCOT Exam

In order to ensure that practicing occupational therapists meet the high standards necessary to help clients, the NBCOT oversees the certification process for professional occupational therapists. The mission of the NBCOT is to "provide a world-class standard for certification of occupational therapy practitioners."

Although NBCOT certification is separate from state licensure, passing the exam is an important part of obtaining the necessary credentials to qualify for occupational therapist jobs.

Successful completion of the NBCOT exam results in the title of registered occupational therapist (OTR).

Check Local Occupational Therapist Licensing Requirements

Find out how to qualify for an occupational therapist license in your state. Below are links to the state regulatory authorities for occupational therapy:

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Spotlight Schools

University of Phoenix

University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible for working students. Whether you're seeking an associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, we can help you reach your goal--and sooner than you may think.

Keiser University

Whether your goal is to improve your employability, develop leadership skills, enhance your education, improve your life, or simply study for the enjoyment of learning something new, Keiser University is designed around your needs.

Sanford-Brown Institute

At Sanford-Brown Institute, we focus your study into a short-term program enabling you the opportunity to customize your skills successfully to the specific needs of a health care setting.