A: The phone number is (301) 990-7979. Background. If you are a licensed occupational therapist with either a COTA or OTR designation, you may have questions about when and how to renew your certification with the National Board of Certified Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). NO. Renewal season occurs between January and March annually, regardless of your initial certification date. NBCOT certification is granted for a three-year period. Proof of successful education and NBCOT examination is required, as well as a $102.70 fee, and a review of basic personal information, for both OTs and OTAs. To become a board-certified Occupational Therapist (OT) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) one must first pass the NBCOT® exam, which is administered by NBCOT®, the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. Passing the NBCOT certification exam is different from applying for state licensure. Currently, 50 states require NBCOT certification to receive state licensing. Certification by NBCOT is independent, different, and separate from any state or jurisdiction's law/licensure. Once an OT student has graduated from her program, she must pass the NBCOT examination to become licensed, so all OTs are both licensed and certified. I've never used it when signing paperwork so it's no concern to me. By requiring occupational therapists to seek continued education throughout their… Occupational therapists trained outside of the United States are required to complete the educational and supervised fieldwork requirements set forth in the Occupational Therapy Practice Act (OTPA) section 2570.6 and successfully complete the entry-level certification examination administered by NBCOT. Is ongoing NBCOT certification required to maintain licensure, registration and certification by most states. NBCOT recommends that the certificant contact the third party to confirm which service is needed—a verification of certification or a score transfer (score transfers are requested through the MyNBCOT portal). NBCOT certification is granted for a three-year period. Any or all of these activities or entities may require a criminal background check. Sending a score report to a state regulatory board does not automatically initiate the process to obtain a license or permit to work in that state. If you complete all of the certification renewal requirements by your scheduled renewal date, you will be granted Active in Good Standing certification status for another three-year period. They are directly from: Q: What is the contact information for NBCOT? Some of my co-workers have let their certification lapse without issue. There are two versions of the NBCOT® exam, the OT exam and the OTA exam. My NBCOT renewal is due at the end of the month. From what I understand the main issue with not renewing is you can't use the R anymore. NBCOT® certificants who wish to have a verification letter sent to a regulatory entity, employer, or agency should complete this form. Applicants must demonstrate passing the NBCOT certification examination for initial licensure, but maintenance of certification is not necessary for renewal. What must you do if you want your NBCOT certification exam score to be sent to a state regulatory board? A one-time training course on Human Trafficking, separate from continuing ed, is also required, as well as a passing score on the MI jurisprudence exam. A: No. A: A criminal record may impact your future ability to enter an educational program, complete required clinical fieldwork, take the NBCOT certification exam, become licensed or regulated to practice, and obtain a job in occupational therapy. NBCOT and State Licensure Renewal Requirements That Recognize Leadership and Volunteerism Activities NBCOT Certification Renewal Requirements The following are listed by NBCOT as activities which fulfill PDU requirements. A. What is the NBCOT® Exam? If you complete all of the certification renewal requirements by your scheduled renewal date, you will be granted Active in Good Standing certification status for another three-year period. The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, or NBCOT, provides certification as an OT or an OTA to graduates of approved programs who have completed all fieldwork requirements. The website is www.nbcot.org. You must indicate so on your application and pay a fee in accordance with NBCOT…