Professional Resources for Occupational Therapists

NATIONAL  ASSOCIATIONS

American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

  • The national professional association for occupational therapists, OTAs, and students. AOTA provides evidence-based guidelines, advocacy updates, continuing education, and extensive school-based practice resources.
  • Website: http://www.aota.org/

World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT)

  • The international professional organization representing OT worldwide, promoting best practices, education standards, and global collaboration.
  • Website: http://www.wfot.org/

National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

  • The national certifying body for occupational therapists and OTAs in the U.S., responsible for the OTR and COTA credentials. Provides certification exams, verification, and continuing competency resources.
  • Website: http://www.nbcot.org/

 

NEW JERSEY STATE RESOURCES

New Jersey Occupational Therapy Association (NJOTA)

  • The state professional association for occupational therapists and OTAs. NJOTA advocates for the profession, hosts continuing education events, and provides networking opportunities.
  • Website: http://www.njota.org/

New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs – Occupational Therapy Advisory Council

New Jersey Department of Education – School Certification

  • School-based OTs must hold the NJDOE’s Educational Services Certificate, endorsed as School Occupational Therapist, in addition to their OT license.
  • Certification Office: https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/
  • Application portal (NJEdCert): https://njedcert.force.com/
  • Phone: (609) 292-2070
  • Tip: You need your NJ OT license and transcripts before applying.

N.J. Administrative Code § 6A:9B-12.11 – School Occupational Therapist

New Jersey Administrative Code: Special Education

New Jersey Department of Education- guidelines governing related services

Contact Info

Phone: 732-764-0202

Fax: 732-764-0030

Email: administration@otcnj.com

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