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occupational Therapy Professional Disclosure

The University of Utah discloses below whether the Occupational Therapy program will fulfill state/territory educational requirements for professional licensure and/or certification. Some state licensing boards require additional requirements beyond education, which may include (but are not limited to): additional post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, etc. Continuing education may also be required for maintenance of certification/licensure. Make sure you understand and review any additional requirements prior to enrolling in the Occupational Therapy program.

State licensing requirements are always subject to change at the discretion of the state licensing board. The University will routinely update this page, but we strongly recommend you inquire with the applicable state board to confirm your eligibility for licensure prior to enrolling in the Occupational Therapy program. For any questions regarding licensure, please contact the state/territory agency directly.

Licensing requirements vary by state/territory and relocating could impact whether you will meet eligibility requirements for licensure. For any questions about relocation eligibility, contact the agency where you desire licensure before relocating to ensure that you will be eligible for licensure or reciprocity.

Carefully review the educational prerequisites for your intended state/territory of licensure and whether our program meets those requirements for licensure. Use the agency contact information provided below to clarify or confirm any requirements.

If questions remain after reviewing the information provided below, contact your program advisor. While the University can provide initial guidance, it is ultimately your responsibility to continually check with the state/territory where you intend to seek licensure to confirm all licensing/certification requirements.

If a state or territory is not listed below, this means that the University of Utah has not yet determined if this program meets educational requirements for licensure in that state or territory. Please email stateauthorization@utah.edu to learn more.

The University of Utah's Occupational Therapy program offers the following degrees:

  • Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
  • Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)* 

*The entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) is being offered at the University of Utah for the first time starting in Fall 2023.

The information below currently applies to the University of Utah Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) and Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) degrees.*

*The OTD degree is currently in the candidacy step in obtaining ACOTE Accreditation and is currently on schedule to obtain full accreditation before the graduation of the inaugural class. The program must be granted Accreditation Status before its graduates will be eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapist administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

 


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The University of Utah's Occupational Therapy program meets state/territory educational requirements* for professional licensure or certification in the following states/territories:

* Additional requirements beyond education may include post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, etc. Continuing education may also be required for maintenance of certification/licensure.

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Delaware

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Indiana

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Kansas

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Kentucky

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Louisiana

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Maine

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Maryland

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Michigan

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Minnesota

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Mississippi

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Missouri

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Montana

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Nebraska

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Nevada

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New Hampshire

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New Jersey

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New Mexico

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New York

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North Carolina

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North Dakota

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South Carolina

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Tennessee

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Vermont

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Washington

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West Virginia

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Wyoming

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Guam

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Northern Mariana Islands

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Resources

ACOTE ACCREDITATION

The University of Utah's Master of Occupational Therapy program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) and the OTD program is currently in the candidacy stage.

NATIONAL BOARD EXAM

The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is the national certification body for occupational therapy.

Program Page

The most up-to-date information about the University of Utah's Occupational Therapy program will be the program webpage.

Regulatory Bodies

The NBCOT has created a list of occupational therapy regulatory bodies, including their contact information.

Resources

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Last Updated: 7/1/24