Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board

04/08/2026

An updated physical therapy practice act document has been posted to the Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board website. Read more at the link below.
https://otptat.ohio.gov/physical-therapy/pt-laws-and-rules

Rule changes impact continuing education requirements, including:
💡Continuing education exclusively developed and delivered by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) or APTA academies and sections is automatically approved and accepted to count toward licensure renewal requirements. No specific Ohio approval number is needed.

💡Presentations by a current member of the PT Section or Board staff on the topic of public protection can count as continuing education credit for PTs and PTAs

💡PTs and PTAs can receive continuing education credit for completion of modules of the Healthy Practice Resource Tool - a free tool designed to support the well-being of healthcare professionals. Each module counts for one hour continuing education. PTs may earn up to four hours per renewal cycle. PTAs may earn up to two hours.

04/08/2026

Check out this lovely feature on our newest AT Section member, Siobhan Fagan!

“You can’t really put into words the amount of help and support and caring people that come out of Wright State. I was able to learn in a safe environment and express my ideas with people around me who could help me to grow.”—Siobhan Fagan ’04

04/01/2026

Kicking off with the window for OTA license renewal opening. Renew today at http://elicense.ohio.gov
Have CE questions? Check out our handy resource - https://otptat.ohio.gov/occupational-therapy/continuing-education/ce-reference-guide

03/31/2026

Celebrating the close of National Athletic Trainers Month by highlighting some keys to ethical practice for athletic trainers. Dubbed the seven "Cs" of athletic training by the AT Section of the Board, here are some important tenets to use in your practice!

03/26/2026

Be aware that scammers are targeting OTPTAT Board and other license holders across the country! Please note that the Board will never request payment or tell you that your license has been revoked over the phone.

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03/09/2026

Happy National Athletic Training Month to all who celebrate! Check out some of the latest resources from the AT Section of the OTPTAT Board, including new sample templates for collaboration agreements and qualifications for dry needling.
https://otptat.ohio.gov/athletic-training/collaboration-agreements
https://otptat.ohio.gov/athletic-training/scope-of-pratice

03/04/2026

April 1 is coming soon! And it isn't just April Fools Day - it also the first day that occupational therapy assistants can renew! Check out the Board website for all the details you need to be ready - https://otptat.ohio.gov/occupational-therapy/renewal/02-occupational-therapy-renewal

02/27/2026

The OTPTAT Board February 2026 newsletter is here! Check out the latest news on informed consent, dry needling for , the launch of the licensure compact, and highlight of one of our newest Board members, Cheryl Trautmann Boop!
https://dam.assets.ohio.gov/image/upload/v1772045206/otptat.ohio.gov/Newsletters/February_2026_Newsletter_7.pdf

02/14/2026

The OTPTAT Board has posted new and updatedrules for comment. Check them out at: https://otptat.ohio.gov/about-us/rules-updates

01/19/2026

The OTPTAT Board office is closed today for MLK, Jr. Day. We will reopen on January 20, 2026 at 8:00 AM.

01/12/2026

🎉 Exciting News for Ohio OTs and OTAs!
The Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact (OT Compact) is officially LIVE as of today, January 12, 2026! 🚀

If you are an Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant living in Ohio, working across state lines just got a whole lot easier. The OT Compact allows you to practice in member states—starting with West Virginia and Minnesota—without the hassle of maintaining multiple separate licenses.

Why consider the Compact?

➡️Simplified Practice: Align your renewal dates and CE requirements with your Ohio license.

➡️Telehealth & Travel: Perfect for those living near borders or providing virtual care.

➡️Ease of Use: Obtain a "compact privilege" that works just like a license in other member states.

The Compact is optional and designed to save you time and administrative headaches. Ready to see if you’re eligible and start your application?

🔗 Get all the details and apply here:
https://otcompact.gov/before-you-apply/

12/31/2025

The OTPTAT Board office will be closed on January 1, 2026. We will re-open on Friday, January 2, 2026 at 8:00 AM. Enjoy the holiday!