Organizations & Credentials
What is the credentialing agency that provides certification for the OT profession?
NBCOT
Ways to earn CE credits and stay current.
Online webinars, online or written courses.
What does AOTA stand for?
American Occupational Therapy Association.
Where can you track your CEUs?
CE Broker.
What national professional association was established in 1917?
AOTA
What voluntary membership organization can you join?
AOTA
How often do you need to renew your certification?
Every 3 years.
What does NBCOT stand for?
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
What does CEU stand for?
Continuing Education Units.
What organization works with our state legislators to promote and protect occupational therapy services?
FOTA.
Who is eligible to be a WFOT individual member?
Qualified OTs, OT students, and OTAs
How often do you need to renew your license?
Every 2 years.
What does WFOT stand for?
World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
What does PDU stand for?
Professional Development Unit.
Why is it important to stay current?
Stay connected to the profession, know about new practice protocols, know about changes in reinforcement.
What is one of the goals of the AOTF?
Advancing research
How many live mandatory courses do you need for your license renewal?
14 live courses.
What does AOTF stand for?
American Occupational Therapy Foundation.
What does SRBs stand for?
State Regulatory Boards.
What does FBOT stand for?
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy.
What is the role of state regulatory boards in occupational therapy?
They oversee licensure, enforce practice regulations, and ensure public protection.
How many PDUs are needed to maintain certification?
36 PDUs.
What does ACOTE stand for?
Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education.
What does FOTA stand for?
Florida Occupational Therapy Association.
What organization was established to represent the interests and concerns of OT practitioners and students of OT?
AOTA.