National Board For Certification In Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT) is a not-for-profit credentialing agency that provides certification for the occupational therapy profession. NBCOT serves the public interest by developing, administering, and continually reviewing a certification process that reflects current standards of competent practice in occupational therapy. We also work with state regulatory authorities, providing information on credentials, professional conduct, and regulatory and certification renewal issues. Mission: Above all else, the mission of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT) is to serve the public interest. NBCOT provides a world-class standard for certification of occupational therapy practitioners. NBCOT will develop, administer, and continually review a certification process based on current and valid standards that provide reliable indicators of competence for the practice of occupational therapy. Vision: To be internationally recognized, by all relevant stakeholders, as the premier organization for certifying occupational therapy practitioners and for promoting quality in the provision of occupational therapy services to consumers through the initial and ongoing certification of occupational therapy practitioners.