Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Licensure in New Hampshire
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $247
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Renewal Costs $121
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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 New Hampshire, you'll be working with the Occupational Therapy Governing Board. You will submit your application through the New Hampshire Online Licensing portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Create Your Account: Head over to the online portal and create a new user account. This is where you'll manage your application and check your status. Hit submit on your initial profile setup to get started.
- Criminal Background Check: You must complete a criminal background check. This usually involves scheduling a fingerprinting appointment (often via LiveScan or a specific state-approved vendor like IdentoGO) and having the results sent directly to the Board. Do not try to send these yourself; they must come from the source.
- Request Verifications: Contact the NBCOT to have your certification verification sent directly to the New Hampshire Board. If you hold licenses in other states, you'll also need to request verification of licensure from those boards.
- Submit Your Application: Log back into the portal, fill out the licensure application for "Occupational Therapy Assistant," and pay the application fee. Ensure all your personal information matches your official documents exactly.
- Jurisprudence Exam: You will be required to pass a Jurisprudence Exam, which covers the state's specific laws and rules. This is typically an open-book exam administered online or via a testing vendor (like Prov), so check the portal for the specific link and instructions once you apply.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A clear copy of your Driver's License or government-issued ID, your Social Security Number, and a list of your past employment history.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school), NBCOT Certification Verification, and your Criminal Background Check results.
- Exams: You must pass the New Hampshire Jurisprudence Exam.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in New Hampshire:
- Application Fee: $121
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $47 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $49
- Verifications: $30 (approximate)
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $247
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: New Hampshire Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant renewal happens biennially and is due by December 31st of odd-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $121.
Note: You must complete 24 hours of continuing education during the two-year licensure cycle to be eligible for renewal.
CE Requirements
24 CE Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: Licenses expire biennially on the last day of the month in which the license was originally issued.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant pros: there are no restrictions on delivery methods in New Hampshire! You can complete all 24 hours through 100% online, on-demand courses.
Provider Restrictions: New Hampshire is flexible. Courses from AOTA-approved providers are accepted for the credit amount awarded by the provider. For non-AOTA providers, 1 clock hour equals 1 CE hour. General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted and an efficient way to manage your Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant CEUs.
Mandatory Topics
- Clinical Application: (12 hours) must relate directly to the clinical application of occupational therapy.
- Theory & Practice: (12 hours) must relate to general OT theory and practice.
- NBCOT Shortcut: If you maintain your current NBCOT certification, New Hampshire recognizes this as satisfying all 24 CE hours for your renewal!
- Jurisprudence: No specific law or ethics exam is required for renewal.
Excluded Topics: While many activities count, the following have strict caps: CPR certification (max 4 hours), Universal Precautions (max 2 hours), In-service training (max 8 hours), and Independent study (max 4 hours). General business, marketing, or administrative meetings typically do not count toward clinical requirements.
New Licensee Rule: Requirements are not waived for the first renewal; new grads and newly licensed travelers must complete the full 24 hours within their first two-year cycle.
Reporting: New Hampshire uses CE Broker for tracking. While the board conducts random audits on 10% of licensees, it is highly recommended to upload your certificates to your free CE Broker account to ensure a seamless renewal process.
Board Information
Here are the direct details for the Occupational Therapy Governing Board:
- Address: 7 Eagle Square, Concord, NH 03301
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (603) 271-2125
- Fax: (603) 271-6702
- Email: OPLCLicensing3@oplc.nh.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 New Hampshire, you'll be working with the Occupational Therapy Governing Board. You will submit your application through the New Hampshire Online Licensing portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Create Your Account: Head over to the online portal and create a new user account. This is where you'll manage your application and check your status. Hit submit on your initial profile setup to get started.
- Criminal Background Check: You must complete a criminal background check. This usually involves scheduling a fingerprinting appointment (often via LiveScan or a specific state-approved vendor like IdentoGO) and having the results sent directly to the Board. Do not try to send these yourself; they must come from the source.
- Request Verifications: Contact the NBCOT to have your certification verification sent directly to the New Hampshire Board. If you hold licenses in other states, you'll also need to request verification of licensure from those boards.
- Submit Your Application: Log back into the portal, fill out the licensure application for "Occupational Therapy Assistant," and pay the application fee. Ensure all your personal information matches your official documents exactly.
- Jurisprudence Exam: You will be required to pass a Jurisprudence Exam, which covers the state's specific laws and rules. This is typically an open-book exam administered online or via a testing vendor (like Prov), so check the portal for the specific link and instructions once you apply.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A clear copy of your Driver's License or government-issued ID, your Social Security Number, and a list of your past employment history.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school), NBCOT Certification Verification, and your Criminal Background Check results.
- Exams: You must pass the New Hampshire Jurisprudence Exam.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in New Hampshire:
- Application Fee: $121
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $47 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $49
- Verifications: $30 (approximate)
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $247
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: New Hampshire Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant renewal happens biennially and is due by December 31st of odd-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $121.
Note: You must complete 24 hours of continuing education during the two-year licensure cycle to be eligible for renewal.
CE Requirements
24 CE Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: Licenses expire biennially on the last day of the month in which the license was originally issued.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant pros: there are no restrictions on delivery methods in New Hampshire! You can complete all 24 hours through 100% online, on-demand courses.
Provider Restrictions: New Hampshire is flexible. Courses from AOTA-approved providers are accepted for the credit amount awarded by the provider. For non-AOTA providers, 1 clock hour equals 1 CE hour. General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted and an efficient way to manage your Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant CEUs.
Mandatory Topics
- Clinical Application: (12 hours) must relate directly to the clinical application of occupational therapy.
- Theory & Practice: (12 hours) must relate to general OT theory and practice.
- NBCOT Shortcut: If you maintain your current NBCOT certification, New Hampshire recognizes this as satisfying all 24 CE hours for your renewal!
- Jurisprudence: No specific law or ethics exam is required for renewal.
Excluded Topics: While many activities count, the following have strict caps: CPR certification (max 4 hours), Universal Precautions (max 2 hours), In-service training (max 8 hours), and Independent study (max 4 hours). General business, marketing, or administrative meetings typically do not count toward clinical requirements.
New Licensee Rule: Requirements are not waived for the first renewal; new grads and newly licensed travelers must complete the full 24 hours within their first two-year cycle.
Reporting: New Hampshire uses CE Broker for tracking. While the board conducts random audits on 10% of licensees, it is highly recommended to upload your certificates to your free CE Broker account to ensure a seamless renewal process.
Board Information
Here are the direct details for the Occupational Therapy Governing Board:
- Address: 7 Eagle Square, Concord, NH 03301
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (603) 271-2125
- Fax: (603) 271-6702
- Email: OPLCLicensing3@oplc.nh.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.