3. Where can I find further FAQs about a temporary license?
Further FAQs regarding temporary licensure may be found on the Temporary License page.
3. Where can I find further renewal resources?
Visit the OT License Renewal page for further renewal resources, including quick links on the Renew Online and Renew by Paper tabs and links under the OT Renewal Look-ups sidebar menu.
8. Where can I find further resources concerning applying, including regarding school codes?
Visit the OT Application page for further resources concerning applying, including quick links on the Apply by Exam and Apply by Endorsement tabs regarding school codes and applications for initial licensure.
2. Can I supervise an aide?
No. §373.2 states: Temporary licensees may not supervise anyone.
1. Can I apply for a Temporary License after I’ve applied for Regular License?
Yes. If applying online, submit the initial licensure by examination application first and then submit the online temporary license application. If applying by paper, submit the paper application first and submit the paper temporary application at the same time or thereafter. See the OT – Temporary License page for further information. Note that temporary licensees have […]
2. Why can’t I start the online renewal process on the ECPTOTE website?
See the “Renewal Info.” tab on the License Renewal page for further information. Also note that you will not be able to sign into our website’s online renewal portal if: – you are trying to renew more than 3 months before the license expires. Today’s month and the next two months are all that […]
1. How can I count CE in my birth month when I already have sufficient CE for my current renewal?
Renew your license at least one or two months before your expiration date. Licensees who submit their renewal with all required items prior to the month when their license expires may count CE completed during their license’s expiration month for their next renewal period. For example, if your birth month is in April, make sure […]
3. If I do not maintain my certification with NBCOT, what are the consequences?
If you do not maintain certification through NBCOT, you may only sign your name with OT or OTA as you will no longer be able to use the titles OTR or COTA. Be aware that some state(s) or employers may require that you maintain NBCOT certification. Remember that regardless of your certification status with NBCOT, […]
2. Can I practice occupational therapy after I pass the certification examination?
You must hold a current, unexpired Texas license (and the current status of the license and the expiration date must appear on the Board’s License Verification page) to practice occupational therapy in any way or to represent yourself as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant. You must also hang your original wall license on the wall […]
1. Do I have to renew my certification with NBCOT?
The Board does not require that you maintain your certification however some employers, especially national ones do. If you do maintain NBCOT certification, you can use the abbreviation OTR or COTA. If you do not, you may only use OT or OTA. See OT Rules, §369.3, Use of Titles. Remember that you must hold a current […]