Ohio Administrative Code
Title 4755:1
Chapter 4755:1-1
Section 4755:1-1-02 - Educational requirements

Universal Citation: OH Admin Code 4755:1-1-02

Current through all regulations passed and filed through March 18, 2024

(A) The education requirements described in divisions (A) and (B) of section 4755.07 of the Revised Code are satisfied by completion of an entry-level education program accredited by the accreditation council for occupational therapy education (ACOTE) of the American occupational therapy association. Occupational therapy programs which have not been accredited by ACOTE will be accepted provided program equivalency has been established by a recognized educational credentialing body approved by the section.

(B) In accordance with the provision of the second paragraph of section 4755.09 of the Revised Code, the section may waive the educational requirements specified in paragraph (A) of this rule on the basis of job experience if all of the following conditions are met:

(1) The applicant passed the NBCOT certification examination.

(2) The applicant for licensure engaged in the active practice of occupational therapy as a licensed occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant in another state.

(3) The applicant's licensure and/or certification are active and without restriction.

(4) The applicant is foreign educated and meets the requirements of rule 4755:1-1-01 of the Administrative Code.

(5) If the applicant has not engaged in the practice of occupational therapy for more than five years in accordance with rule 4755:1-1-04 of the Administrative Code, they may be subject to additional requirements outlined by the occupational therapy section.

Replaces: 4755-3-03

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