Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Licensure in Maryland
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $260
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Renewal Costs $210
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CE Requirements 24 Hours
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Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license in Maryland, you'll be working with the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. You will submit your application through their online system, MyLicense. Before you start, I recommend getting the ball rolling on your background check and gathering your NBCOT verification, as these are key pieces of the puzzle.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Background Check (CJIS): This is a critical first step with a tight timeline. Head over to the Board's website to download the specific "Criminal History Records Check" form. You must take this form to a fingerprinting provider (Maryland uses CJIS). If you are currently in Maryland, you can find a provider online. Crucial: If you are out of state, you must call the Board office directly to get the correct fingerprint cards and instructions. Once fingerprinted, you'll need to upload the receipt. Note: Fingerprint results are only valid for 30 days, so don't do this until you are ready to submit your application immediately!
- Prepare for the Jurisprudence Exam: Maryland requires you to pass a Jurisprudence Exam, which is typically an open-book assessment integrated into the application process or a downloadable form. To breeze through this, download and review the "Annotated Code of Maryland Health Occupations Article Title 10" and "COMAR 10.46.01-07" from the Board's website before you log in.
- NBCOT Verification: Request your verification of eligibility for certification directly from NBCOT. You will likely need to upload this verification during your online application, so have the digital file ready to go.
- Submit Your Application: Create an account on the MyLicense portal. You'll enter your personal details, education history, and upload your documents (photo, CJIS receipt, NBCOT verification). Once everything is uploaded and the fee is paid, hit submit!
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A digital passport-sized photo of yourself, your driver's license, and your specific education details (graduation month/year and degree type).
- Items to Request: Verification of Licensure from every state where you hold or have held a license (uploaded to the application), and your NBCOT Verification of Eligibility.
- Exams: You will need to pass the Maryland Jurisprudence Exam (open book) as part of the licensure process.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Maryland:
- Application Fee: $200
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $60 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $260
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Maryland Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant renewal happens biennially (every two years) and is due by June 30th of your renewal year (determined by your original licensure year).
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $210.
Note: Watch out—this state is strict! Renewals submitted after June 30th are not accepted, so there is effectively no grace period.
CE Requirements
24 Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: June 30th of even or odd years, depending on your year of issuance.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel COTA pros: all 24 hours can be completed online via home study or webinars.
Provider Restrictions: Maryland requires pre-approved courses or those from specific organizations. Portals like MedBridge are accepted as long as they are AOTA-approved or fall under board-recognized competency activities.
Mandatory Topics
- Implicit Bias Training (One-time requirement for renewal).
- Clinical Principles (16 units minimum): Must be directly related to OT principles and procedures.
New Licensee Rule: Requirements are typically prorated based on the date the license was issued.
Reporting: Maryland is an audit-based state; maintain your records for at least 4 years.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice:
- Address: 55 Wade Ave, Tuerk Bldg, Fl 2 Baltimore, MD 21228-4663
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (410) 402-8556
- Fax: (410) 402-8561
- Email: mdotboard.user@maryland.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.
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How to Apply
To secure your Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license in Maryland, you'll be working with the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. You will submit your application through their online system, MyLicense. Before you start, I recommend getting the ball rolling on your background check and gathering your NBCOT verification, as these are key pieces of the puzzle.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Background Check (CJIS): This is a critical first step with a tight timeline. Head over to the Board's website to download the specific "Criminal History Records Check" form. You must take this form to a fingerprinting provider (Maryland uses CJIS). If you are currently in Maryland, you can find a provider online. Crucial: If you are out of state, you must call the Board office directly to get the correct fingerprint cards and instructions. Once fingerprinted, you'll need to upload the receipt. Note: Fingerprint results are only valid for 30 days, so don't do this until you are ready to submit your application immediately!
- Prepare for the Jurisprudence Exam: Maryland requires you to pass a Jurisprudence Exam, which is typically an open-book assessment integrated into the application process or a downloadable form. To breeze through this, download and review the "Annotated Code of Maryland Health Occupations Article Title 10" and "COMAR 10.46.01-07" from the Board's website before you log in.
- NBCOT Verification: Request your verification of eligibility for certification directly from NBCOT. You will likely need to upload this verification during your online application, so have the digital file ready to go.
- Submit Your Application: Create an account on the MyLicense portal. You'll enter your personal details, education history, and upload your documents (photo, CJIS receipt, NBCOT verification). Once everything is uploaded and the fee is paid, hit submit!
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A digital passport-sized photo of yourself, your driver's license, and your specific education details (graduation month/year and degree type).
- Items to Request: Verification of Licensure from every state where you hold or have held a license (uploaded to the application), and your NBCOT Verification of Eligibility.
- Exams: You will need to pass the Maryland Jurisprudence Exam (open book) as part of the licensure process.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Maryland:
- Application Fee: $200
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $60 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $260
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Maryland Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant renewal happens biennially (every two years) and is due by June 30th of your renewal year (determined by your original licensure year).
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $210.
Note: Watch out—this state is strict! Renewals submitted after June 30th are not accepted, so there is effectively no grace period.
CE Requirements
24 Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: June 30th of even or odd years, depending on your year of issuance.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel COTA pros: all 24 hours can be completed online via home study or webinars.
Provider Restrictions: Maryland requires pre-approved courses or those from specific organizations. Portals like MedBridge are accepted as long as they are AOTA-approved or fall under board-recognized competency activities.
Mandatory Topics
- Implicit Bias Training (One-time requirement for renewal).
- Clinical Principles (16 units minimum): Must be directly related to OT principles and procedures.
New Licensee Rule: Requirements are typically prorated based on the date the license was issued.
Reporting: Maryland is an audit-based state; maintain your records for at least 4 years.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice:
- Address: 55 Wade Ave, Tuerk Bldg, Fl 2 Baltimore, MD 21228-4663
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (410) 402-8556
- Fax: (410) 402-8561
- Email: mdotboard.user@maryland.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.