Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Licensure in Louisiana
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Timeline 9 weeks or more
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Initial Costs $190
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Renewal Costs $75
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CE Requirements 12 Hours
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Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license in Louisiana, you'll be working with the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (LSBME). You will submit your application through the LaMED Dashboard. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get Registered: Head over to the LaMED Dashboard to create your account. This is where you'll complete the online application and pay the fee.
- Background Check: Louisiana requires a criminal background check via IdentoGO. You'll need to register in their system and either use "Livescan" (if you are in-state) or submit fingerprint cards if you are out-of-state. Be sure to sign and submit the required "Privacy Act Documents" found on the Board's website.
- Submit Notarized Forms: The online application isn't enough on its own. You must mail specific notarized forms to the LSBME, including the Oath or Affirmation and the Third Party Authorization. You can download these directly from the application instructions page.
- Verify Your Credentials: Request verification of your NBCOT certification to be sent to the Board. Additionally, if you hold licenses in other states, you must request verification from each of those state boards.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A notarized copy of your Birth Certificate (or valid Visa/Citizenship proof), a recent passport-quality photo, and your SSN.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (must be sent directly from your school), the Certificate of Dean/Registrar (a specific form your school must complete and mail directly), and your NBCOT score report/verification.
- Exams: While there isn't a separate jurisprudence exam listed for the initial application packet, you will need to attest to reading the laws and rules on your Oath form.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Louisiana:
- Application Fee: $150
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $40 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $190
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Louisiana Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant renewal happens annually and is due by the last day of your birth month.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $75.
Note: You can only renew your license within 56 days of the expiration date, so mark your calendar!
CE Requirements
12 Contact Hours required every year.
Deadline: The last day of your birth month, annually.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant CEUs: Louisiana currently allows all 12 hours to be completed through home-study or online courses, provided they are offered by an approved provider.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be relevant to the practice of occupational therapy. The board accepts activities approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) or the Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association (LOTA). General portals like MedBridge are accepted and highly recommended for travelers as they are an AOTA-approved provider.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—choose what interests you!
Excluded Topics: CPR, basic life support, or first aid; non-clinical topics such as business, marketing, or office management; and attendance at staff meetings or orientation programs.
New Licensee Rule: If you are a new grad or newly licensed in Louisiana, you are exempt from continuing education requirements for the remainder of the calendar year in which your initial license was issued.
Reporting: Louisiana uses an Audit-based system. You will attest to your hours during your annual renewal. You must maintain your certificates and documentation for at least 4 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 Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners:
- Address: 630 Camp St New Orleans, LA 70130-3424
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (504) 568-7767
- Fax: (504) 568-6823
- Email: licensing@lsbme.la.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 Louisiana, you'll be working with the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (LSBME). You will submit your application through the LaMED Dashboard. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get Registered: Head over to the LaMED Dashboard to create your account. This is where you'll complete the online application and pay the fee.
- Background Check: Louisiana requires a criminal background check via IdentoGO. You'll need to register in their system and either use "Livescan" (if you are in-state) or submit fingerprint cards if you are out-of-state. Be sure to sign and submit the required "Privacy Act Documents" found on the Board's website.
- Submit Notarized Forms: The online application isn't enough on its own. You must mail specific notarized forms to the LSBME, including the Oath or Affirmation and the Third Party Authorization. You can download these directly from the application instructions page.
- Verify Your Credentials: Request verification of your NBCOT certification to be sent to the Board. Additionally, if you hold licenses in other states, you must request verification from each of those state boards.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A notarized copy of your Birth Certificate (or valid Visa/Citizenship proof), a recent passport-quality photo, and your SSN.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (must be sent directly from your school), the Certificate of Dean/Registrar (a specific form your school must complete and mail directly), and your NBCOT score report/verification.
- Exams: While there isn't a separate jurisprudence exam listed for the initial application packet, you will need to attest to reading the laws and rules on your Oath form.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Louisiana:
- Application Fee: $150
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $40 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $190
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Louisiana Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant renewal happens annually and is due by the last day of your birth month.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $75.
Note: You can only renew your license within 56 days of the expiration date, so mark your calendar!
CE Requirements
12 Contact Hours required every year.
Deadline: The last day of your birth month, annually.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant CEUs: Louisiana currently allows all 12 hours to be completed through home-study or online courses, provided they are offered by an approved provider.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be relevant to the practice of occupational therapy. The board accepts activities approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) or the Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association (LOTA). General portals like MedBridge are accepted and highly recommended for travelers as they are an AOTA-approved provider.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—choose what interests you!
Excluded Topics: CPR, basic life support, or first aid; non-clinical topics such as business, marketing, or office management; and attendance at staff meetings or orientation programs.
New Licensee Rule: If you are a new grad or newly licensed in Louisiana, you are exempt from continuing education requirements for the remainder of the calendar year in which your initial license was issued.
Reporting: Louisiana uses an Audit-based system. You will attest to your hours during your annual renewal. You must maintain your certificates and documentation for at least 4 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 Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners:
- Address: 630 Camp St New Orleans, LA 70130-3424
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (504) 568-7767
- Fax: (504) 568-6823
- Email: licensing@lsbme.la.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.