Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Licensure in Kansas
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Timeline 9 weeks or more
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Initial Costs $160
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Renewal Costs $67
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CE Requirements 40 Hours
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Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license in Kansas, you'll be working with the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts. You will submit your application through the Online Portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your NBCOT score transfer and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Request Official Documents: Head over to your university registrar and request your official transcripts be sent directly to the Board. You also need to log into your NBCOT portal and request a score transfer to Kansas. These must come directly from the source!
- Create Your Account: Go to the Online Portal and create a new user profile. This is where you will manage your application and check your status.
- Submit the Application: Once logged in, select the "Initial Licensing Application" for Occupational Therapy Assistant. Fill out the required information, upload any requested documents (like your photo or ID), and hit submit with your payment.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A clear headshot/photo, your Social Security Number, and your employment history for the past few years.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school) and NBCOT Score Transfer (sent directly from NBCOT).
- Exams: You just need your passing NBCOT score; Kansas does not currently require a separate Jurisprudence Exam for OTAs.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Kansas:
- Application Fee: $80
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $57 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $23 (approximate)
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $160
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Kansas Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant renewal happens annually and is due by March 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $67.
Note: Watch out—the renewal window opens February 15th, and any renewals submitted after March 31st will incur a late fee!
CE Requirements
40 Contact Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: March 31st of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant CEUs: there is currently no limit on the number of hours that can be completed via online or home-study courses, provided they meet the board's criteria for professional development.
Provider Restrictions: Kansas does not pre-approve individual courses. Instead, they accept activities that are "related to the practice of occupational therapy." Courses from AOTA-approved providers or those found on MedBridge are generally accepted as long as they contribute to your professional clinical skills.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—Kansas allows you to choose clinical topics that best suit your practice area, though staying current on ethics is always recommended for travelers.
Excluded Topics: Hours cannot be earned for basic CPR, business or office management, marketing, or personal financial planning.
New Licensee Rule: If you are a new grad or newly licensed in Kansas, your requirement is prorated. You must complete 1.6 contact hours for each month (or part of a month) that you are licensed during your first renewal cycle.
Reporting: Kansas uses an audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates during renewal, but you must maintain your records for at least 5 years in case of a random audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts:
- Address: 800 SW Jackson St Ste A Lowr Level Topeka, KS 66612-1214
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (785) 296-5460
- Fax: (785) 296-0852
- Email: KSBHA_Licensing@ks.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 Kansas, you'll be working with the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts. You will submit your application through the Online Portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your NBCOT score transfer and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Request Official Documents: Head over to your university registrar and request your official transcripts be sent directly to the Board. You also need to log into your NBCOT portal and request a score transfer to Kansas. These must come directly from the source!
- Create Your Account: Go to the Online Portal and create a new user profile. This is where you will manage your application and check your status.
- Submit the Application: Once logged in, select the "Initial Licensing Application" for Occupational Therapy Assistant. Fill out the required information, upload any requested documents (like your photo or ID), and hit submit with your payment.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A clear headshot/photo, your Social Security Number, and your employment history for the past few years.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school) and NBCOT Score Transfer (sent directly from NBCOT).
- Exams: You just need your passing NBCOT score; Kansas does not currently require a separate Jurisprudence Exam for OTAs.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Kansas:
- Application Fee: $80
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $57 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $23 (approximate)
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $160
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Kansas Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant renewal happens annually and is due by March 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $67.
Note: Watch out—the renewal window opens February 15th, and any renewals submitted after March 31st will incur a late fee!
CE Requirements
40 Contact Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: March 31st of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant CEUs: there is currently no limit on the number of hours that can be completed via online or home-study courses, provided they meet the board's criteria for professional development.
Provider Restrictions: Kansas does not pre-approve individual courses. Instead, they accept activities that are "related to the practice of occupational therapy." Courses from AOTA-approved providers or those found on MedBridge are generally accepted as long as they contribute to your professional clinical skills.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—Kansas allows you to choose clinical topics that best suit your practice area, though staying current on ethics is always recommended for travelers.
Excluded Topics: Hours cannot be earned for basic CPR, business or office management, marketing, or personal financial planning.
New Licensee Rule: If you are a new grad or newly licensed in Kansas, your requirement is prorated. You must complete 1.6 contact hours for each month (or part of a month) that you are licensed during your first renewal cycle.
Reporting: Kansas uses an audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates during renewal, but you must maintain your records for at least 5 years in case of a random audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts:
- Address: 800 SW Jackson St Ste A Lowr Level Topeka, KS 66612-1214
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (785) 296-5460
- Fax: (785) 296-0852
- Email: KSBHA_Licensing@ks.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.