Occupational Therapist License in District of Columbia
Everything you need to know about getting your OT license to practice in District of Columbia.
Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact
The OT Compact allows occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in member states through a Compact Privilege. The compact is newer, with states continuing to join.
District of Columbia is not a OT Compact member state. You will need to apply for a District of Columbia OT license by endorsement, regardless of whether you hold a compact license in another state.
Visit OT Compact PortalRequirements for OT Licensure in District of Columbia
- 1Graduation from accredited OT program
- 2NBCOT certification (current)
- 3Criminal background check
- 4Application fee payment
Estimated Processing Timeline
Most OT endorsement applications in District of Columbia are processed within 5 to 10 weeks. Processing times may vary based on completeness of your application and current board workload.
Other Professions in District of Columbia
This guide is for informational purposes only. Licensure requirements change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the District of Columbia Board of Occupational Therapy.
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