NATIONAL BOARD FOR CERTIFICATION IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (NBCOT)
- NBCOT is a not-for-profit credentialing agency that provides certification for the occupational therapy profession.
- NBCOT serves the public interest by developing, administering, and continually reviewing a certification process that reflects current standards of competent practice in occupational therapy.
- Certification is regulated by NBCOT
- Certification indicates that practitioner has completed all education, fieldwork, and exam requirements
- Certification is generally required for initial licensure, but not for renewal
- Certification is renewable through application and proof of continuing competence activity
- Enables practitioner to use credentials: OTR or COTA
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North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy (NCBOT)
- NCBOT is the state licensure board, which was established by the 1984 session of the NC General Assembly and began issuing licenses in 1986.
- NCBOT responds to questions and concerns from licensees.
- NCBOT investigates all allegations of impaired or incompetence practice in NC.
- NCBOT enforces the NC Occupational Therapy Practice Act and the Rules.
- Licensure entitles practitioner to use credentials: /L
- NC license must be renewed yearly
- Current NBCOT certification is NOT required for license renewal
- 15 points of continuing competence is required for annual renewal
- 1 hour of continuing education regarding ethics in OT is required yearly
- Licensure period is July 1- June 30
- New applicants must pass a jurisprudence exam online
If you choose to practice in another state then you will need to check that state’s licensing requirements and practice guidelines.
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