Hand Therapy Certification Commission

Hand Therapy Certification Commission The Hand Therapy Certification Commission (HTCC) is a not-for-profit corporation which sponsors a voluntary credential in Hand Therapy for OTs and PTs.

A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is an occupational therapist or physical therapist who has a minimum of five years of clinical experience, including 4,000 hours or more in direct practice in hand therapy. In addition, the Certified Hand Therapist has successfully passed a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper quarter rehabilitation. Because of changes in the profession, every CHT is required to demonstrate continued professional development and competency by recertifying every five years.

Supporting patients with skill, compassion, and expertise — that’s the heart of hand therapy. 💜👐We’re proud to certify t...
12/22/2025

Supporting patients with skill, compassion, and expertise — that’s the heart of hand therapy. 💜👐

We’re proud to certify the therapists who make a difference every day.

HTCC’s mission is to protect the public by upholding the highest standards in hand therapy practice. Through rigorous cr...
12/19/2025

HTCC’s mission is to protect the public by upholding the highest standards in hand therapy practice. Through rigorous credentialing, research-driven practice analysis, and consistent evaluation of competencies, HTCC ensures that Certified Hand Therapists meet an objective, evidence-based benchmark of excellence. By defining the role of the hand therapist and updating standards every five to seven years, HTCC helps maintain quality, consistency, and integrity across the profession — so patients everywhere receive the skilled, specialized care they deserve. 💙👐

What is Scaled Scoring? 🤔📊If you’ve ever wondered how HTCC keeps every exam fair — no matter which version you take — he...
12/17/2025

What is Scaled Scoring? 🤔📊

If you’ve ever wondered how HTCC keeps every exam fair — no matter which version you take — here’s the quick breakdown ⬇️

Each test form pulls different questions, which means difficulty can vary slightly. To keep things fair, HTCC uses a process called equating to adjust for those tiny differences so no one is at an advantage (or disadvantage!) based on the form they receive.

Then, raw scores are transformed into scaled scores — kind of like converting Fahrenheit to Celsius — so every score means the same across all test versions.

✨ Important: A scaled score is not the number or percentage of questions you got right. Scores range from 0–99, and you’ll need a 75 to pass.

Fair, consistent, and aligned with industry standards — that’s the goal. 💙✋

HTCC proudly congratulates the dedicated professionals who passed the Fall 2025 Hand Therapy Certification Examination! ...
12/15/2025

HTCC proudly congratulates the dedicated professionals who passed the Fall 2025 Hand Therapy Certification Examination! 🎉

Becoming a Certified Hand Therapist is a major milestone that reflects years of commitment, advanced skill, and a genuine heart for patient care.

We’re honored to welcome this new group of CHTs into a community that continues to elevate the standard of hand therapy every day. 💙

Join us in celebrating their achievement and officially welcoming them to the CHT family!

View the full list of Fall 2025 New CHTs here:
htcc.org/find-a-cht/congrats-new-chts

Did you know?To sit for the CHT exam, therapists must meet rigorous eligibility standards. Candidates must be licensed O...
12/15/2025

Did you know?

To sit for the CHT exam, therapists must meet rigorous eligibility standards. Candidates must be licensed OTs or PTs in good standing, have at least three years of professional practice, and complete a minimum of 4,000 hours of direct hand therapy experience. These requirements ensure every future CHT brings advanced skill, commitment, and real-world expertise to the specialty. 💙👐

Certified Hand Therapists are clinicians who go above and beyond standard practice — choosing to pursue deeper expertise...
12/12/2025

Certified Hand Therapists are clinicians who go above and beyond standard practice — choosing to pursue deeper expertise, advanced competency, and a strong personal commitment to the specialty of hand and upper extremity care. Their dedication helps patients regain function, confidence, and quality of life through skilled, evidence-based treatment. 💙👐

12/10/2025

Every journey looks a little different — but the passion for hand therapy connects us all. 💜

Here’s what earning the CHT means to real therapists in our community.

Our Vision 💙At HTCC, we envision a time when every qualified therapist who treats hand and upper limb patients becomes a...
12/08/2025

Our Vision 💙
At HTCC, we envision a time when every qualified therapist who treats hand and upper limb patients becomes a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT).

Together, we’re shaping the future of excellence in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation — one certification at a time. ✋

12/05/2025

🎥 Why We Love Hand Therapy
While at the ASHT Annual Meeting, we had the chance to chat with two amazing Certified Hand Therapists who shared what keeps them passionate about their work.

Their stories highlight the heart behind the profession — helping patients regain independence and confidence every day. 💙✋

Patients working with a Certified Hand Therapist gain the advantage of specialized, evidence-based care designed specifi...
12/03/2025

Patients working with a Certified Hand Therapist gain the advantage of specialized, evidence-based care designed specifically for the complex structures of the hand and upper extremity. CHTs bring advanced training, clinical expertise, and a deep understanding of rehabilitation, which means more accurate evaluations, customized treatment plans, and efficient recovery paths. Whether a patient is healing from surgery, injury, or chronic conditions, a CHT helps restore strength, mobility, and confidence through skilled, targeted intervention. The result? Better outcomes, safer progress, and support that truly meets each patient where they are. 💙👐

12/02/2025

🎥 Why Hand Therapy?

We caught up with Kathryn at the ASHT Annual Meeting to learn what inspired her to pursue hand therapy and what she loves most about being part of this incredible field. 💙

Every story reminds us why Certified Hand Therapists make such a lasting impact in their patients’ lives.

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A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is an occupational therapist or physical therapist who has a minimum of three years of clinical experience, including 4,000 hours or more in direct practice in hand therapy. In addition, the Certified Hand Therapist has successfully passed a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper quarter rehabilitation. Because of changes in the profession, every CHT is required to demonstrate continued professional development and competency by recertifying every five years.