The Occupational Therapy Compact (OT Compact) is now live in eight member states. Eligible Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) can apply for compact privileges to practice in participating states that are currently accepting applications.
Join this webinar to learn the step-by-step process for obtaining compact privileges through the OT Compact and get answers to frequently asked questions from subject matter experts.
Participants who attend the live webinar will receive one (1) contact hour.
Learning objectives
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:
1. Define common acronyms and terminology associated with the Occupational Therapy Compact (OT Compact).
2. Describe OT practitioner eligibility requirements, including:
· Criminal Background Check (CBC) requirements
· Registering for an OT Compact account
· Jurisprudence requirements
· Payment of fees and completion of required attestations
3. Apply the steps demonstrated during the webinar to successfully obtain compact privileges to practice through the OT Compact.
Presenters
Amanda Perry, M.Ed., NRP
Executive Director
Occupational Therapy Compact Commission
Lesly Wilson James, PhD, MPA, PMP, OTR/L, FAOTA, FNAP
Chair
Occupational Therapy Compact Commission
Special Guests
Chuck Willmarth
Vice President, Health Policy and State Affairs
American Occupational Therapy Association