The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is an independent credentialing organization that provides certification for occupational therapy professionals in the United States. Its mission is to serve the public interest by advancing client care and professional practice through evidence-based certification standards and ongoing competency requirements for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants.
Professional licensure and certification standards, healthcare workforce regulation, continuing competency requirements, patient safety standards, and policies related to occupational therapy education and practice.
Certification exam fees, renewal fees, and other credentialing-related service fees.
American Occupational Therapy Association, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education, state occupational therapy regulatory boards.
Non-profit organization