What is the educational background of an Occupational Therapist (OT)? What type of licensing must an Occupational Therapist receive?
The educational background of Occupational Therapists includes extensive coursework in anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, neurology, pediatrics, geriatrics, psychology, and activity analysis. An OT receives a bachelors degree, a masters degree, or a doctorate in occupational therapy. They are required to pass multiple fieldwork internships, pass a national registration exam, and in most states (including California) they must maintain a license in Occupational Therapy. Continuing education is a requirement for both registration and licensure.
