Occupational Therapist

​​Additional Resources

Other Forms

Statutes and Administrative Code

Continuing Education Information

Exam Information

Offenses that May Result in Refusal, Bar, or Termination of Licensure

Related Links

Occupational Therapists Affiliated Credentialing Board

Orders and Disciplinary Actions

Conviction Self Report

Professional Assistance Procedure

Monitoring

File a Complaint

Wisconsin Emergency Assistance Volunteer Registry (WEAVR)

​​​ ​​​​Now Live: Easier Online License Applications!

LicensE, our new, online, self-guided occupational license application platform is now live! The list of licenses available via LicensE is available HERE​.  Starting on May 16, 2022, those applicants can apply at license.wi.gov.​

LicensE is for new, initial applications only. To renew your license, click HERE. You should not use LicensE to renew your license at this time.​


For additional information, please see the LicensE User Guides and Video page. ​Check back for updates, FAQs, and application tips.

​​​License Information

Per Wis. Stat. § 440.08 (2), the required renewal date for the Occupational Therapist credential is 05/31/odd years. Should you receive your initial credential in the months leading up to this date, you are still required to renew your license by the statutorily defined date.

An applicant for permanent licensure may apply for a temporary certificate at the same time but must pay both fees and meet the following conditions:

  • Be a graduate of an approved school and be scheduled to take the national certification examination or be awaiting examination results.
  • Practice during the period of the temporary certificate shall be in consultation, at least monthly, with an occupational therapist who shall at least once each month endorse the activities of the person holding the temporary certificate.

Pre-Credential Education Information

Successfully complete the academic requirements and supervised internship of an accredited educational program in occupational therapy.

Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy


Late Renewal Applicants (Wisconsin license expired more than 5 years)

Must submit application with appropriate fees and supporting documents, including proof of continuing education


Application for Licensure

FormDescription
1569

Credentialing Information for Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant Applicants
​3217​Application for Fee Reduction (If applying for a fee reduction, this form must accompany Form #1569.)
1570​Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant Certificate of Professional Education (This form must come directly from your school)
1572           Request for Temporary License for Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant
2829

Malpractice Suits or Claims Form (if applicable)
​3085​Application for Predetermination (Optional-Submit ONLY if you have been convicted of any felony, misdemeanor, or other violations of federal or state law in this state or any other and you desire a review of your conviction record before applying for a credential.)​
2252

​Convictions and Pending Charges
3071​Fax Payment Form

Renewal Information

Requirements

  • FEE (See Renewal Dates and Fees)
  • SIG (Signature regarding the completion of Continuing Education, included in on-line renewal and paper form see Continuing Education Information for details)
  • If your legal status as a qualified alien or nonimmigrant lawfully present in the United States has changed since the issuance of your credential or your last renewal, please contact the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services at (608) 266-2112 or dsps@wisconsin.gov.

Renewal Methods

FormDescription
RDAFRenewal Dates and Fees
R210Active Duty/Discharge Renewal Extension

Wisconsin Act 210 (effective June 1, 2012)

This Act extends the license of a service member if the license expires while they are on active duty from 90 days to 180 days from the date of discharge. The same applies to a spouse of a service member if the spouse does not practice under their license while the service member is on active duty and does not practice because the service member is on active duty.

This Act repeals a provision of prior law that required a service member to meet all of the requirements for license extension or renewal, except for continuing education requirements, in order to have the license extended.

Service members and spouses may request extensions of licenses beyond 180 days from discharge and may request a waiver or extension of time to complete continuing education requirements due to hardship. Please view Active Duty/Discharge Renewal Extension Form #R210.