Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License in Illinois
Everything you need to know about getting your COTA license to practice in Illinois.
Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact
The OT Compact covers both occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants, allowing practice in member states through a Compact Privilege.
Illinois is not a OT Compact member state. You will need to apply for a Illinois COTA license by endorsement, regardless of whether you hold a compact license in another state.
Visit OT Compact PortalRequirements for COTA Licensure in Illinois
- 1Graduation from accredited OTA program
- 2NBCOT COTA certification (current)
- 3Criminal background check
- 4Application fee
Estimated Processing Timeline
Most COTA endorsement applications in Illinois are processed within 4 to 8 weeks. Processing times may vary based on completeness of your application and current board workload.
This guide is for informational purposes only. Licensure requirements change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the Illinois Board of Occupational Therapy.
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