Licensure Requirements

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION AND NON-REFUNDABLE PROCESSING FEE NOTE: The application must be typed or printed legibly. Answer all questions completely. Be certain that all signatures are placed where they are required. Incomplete applications will be returned to the applicant. The Board will not review an application for licensure unless the Board office has received all supporting documentation. The deadline for all supporting documentation to be received by the Board office is 2 business days prior to a scheduled Board meeting. Initial Licensure Submit: Completed notarized application. Pro-rated fee in the form of a check or money order made payable to "State of Delaware." This fee is non-refundable. See fee schedule. Verification of a passing score on the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) standardized exam (mailed directly to the Board office from either the exam service or NBCOT) Official college transcript and proof of successful completion of field work submitted by the school directly to the Board office. (Transcript will indicate completion of field work.) Licensure by Reciprocity If you are currently licensed in another state, submit: Completed notarized application. You may download the application from our web site located at the Board's web page. Pro-rated fee in the form of a check or money order made payable to "State of Delaware." This fee is non-refundable. See fee schedule. Letter of verification sent directly to the Board office from the state or states in where you have been licensed or are currently licensed. You may download the Verification of Licensure from our web site or contact the Board office; however, other state boards may substitute with their own forms. Verification of passing score or Certification from NBCOT (mailed directly to the Board office from either the exam service or NBCOT). Renewal of Licenses Licenses are renewed biennially (every two years) on July 31 of the even year. The licensee must provide proof to the Board that he/she has met the continuing education requirement and pay the appropriate renewal fee. The continuing education period will be from August 1st to July 31st of each biennial licensing period. The Board office will send renewal applications 60 to 90 calendar days prior to the expiration of the license. The following applies if licensed: 21 months up to and including 24 months, the licensee will need 20 hours; 16 months up to and including 20 months, the licensee will need 15 hours; 11 months up to and including 15 months, the licensee will need 10 hours; 10 months or less remaining in the licensing cycle, licensee is exempt. Reinstatement of an Expired License To apply for reinstatement of an expired license, an applicant shall submit the following within 3 years of the expiration date: A completed application for renewal, proof of continuing education attained within the past 2 years (20 contact hours), and license renewal and late fee.

Last Updated: Thursday, 14-Feb-2008 14:28:21 EST