Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Licensure in Wyoming
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $235
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Renewal Costs $100
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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 Wyoming, you'll be working with the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy. Since Wyoming doesn't use a centralized online portal, you will submit your application by downloading the forms directly from the Applications Page. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Download the Application: Head over to the Applications Page and select the "Licensure by Endorsement" application (since you likely already hold a license in another state). These are typically Google Docs or PDFs, so you will need to download and complete them.
- Fingerprinting: You are required to submit fingerprint cards (standard FD-258) for a criminal background check. You can usually request these cards from the Board or obtain them at a local law enforcement agency. Visit a local police station or a vendor like IdentoGO that offers "print to card" services to get your prints done, then mail the cards as instructed on the application.
- Hit Submit: Once your application is polished and ready, you can submit it via email, fax, or mail. I highly recommend emailing your completed packet to the Board (the address is listed on the form) to speed up the process!
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A completed application form, a recent passport-style photograph, and a copy of your Driver's License or government-issued ID.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (must be sent directly from your school), NBCOT Score Transfer (requested via the NBCOT website), and Verification of Licensure from all states where you have held a license.
- Exams: Wyoming Jurisprudence Exam (this is typically an open-book exam that is either included in the application packet or sent to you once your application is received).
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Wyoming:
- Application Fee: $175
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $60 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $235
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Wyoming Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant renewal happens annually and is due by July 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $100.
Note: While your license is renewed every year, you must complete 32 contact hours of continuing education every two years, specifically by the deadline in even-numbered years.
CE Requirements
24 Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: July 31st of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant pros: you can complete all 24 hours online! Wyoming does not currently place a cap on home-study or distance learning, provided the courses meet the board's standards for professional development.
Provider Restrictions: Courses should be relevant to the practice of occupational therapy. The board generally accepts courses from AOTA-approved providers. High-quality platforms like MedBridge are widely used and accepted for meeting these requirements.
Mandatory Topics
- Jurisprudence Exam: You must complete and pass the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy Jurisprudence Exam during each two-year renewal cycle.
- No specific mandatory topics: Beyond the Jurisprudence requirement, there are no mandated hours for ethics or specific clinical areas—choose what interests you!
Excluded Topics: The board does not grant credit for basic CPR/First Aid, business or marketing meetings, or personal estate planning. All hours must contribute to professional clinical competence.
New Licensee Rule: If you are a new grad or newly licensed traveler in Wyoming, your requirements may be prorated. Typically, if you are licensed in an even-numbered year before the July 31st deadline, you are required to complete 12 hours for that first cycle.
Reporting: Wyoming is an audit-based state. You do not need to submit your certificates during renewal, but you must attest to completing them. Keep your records and certificates for at least 4 years in case you are selected for a random audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy:
- Address: 2001 Capitol Ave, Rm 127, Cheyenne WY 82002
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (307) 777-3628
- Fax: (307) 777-3508
- Email: elizabeth.kimbrough@wyo.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 Wyoming, you'll be working with the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy. Since Wyoming doesn't use a centralized online portal, you will submit your application by downloading the forms directly from the Applications Page. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Download the Application: Head over to the Applications Page and select the "Licensure by Endorsement" application (since you likely already hold a license in another state). These are typically Google Docs or PDFs, so you will need to download and complete them.
- Fingerprinting: You are required to submit fingerprint cards (standard FD-258) for a criminal background check. You can usually request these cards from the Board or obtain them at a local law enforcement agency. Visit a local police station or a vendor like IdentoGO that offers "print to card" services to get your prints done, then mail the cards as instructed on the application.
- Hit Submit: Once your application is polished and ready, you can submit it via email, fax, or mail. I highly recommend emailing your completed packet to the Board (the address is listed on the form) to speed up the process!
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A completed application form, a recent passport-style photograph, and a copy of your Driver's License or government-issued ID.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (must be sent directly from your school), NBCOT Score Transfer (requested via the NBCOT website), and Verification of Licensure from all states where you have held a license.
- Exams: Wyoming Jurisprudence Exam (this is typically an open-book exam that is either included in the application packet or sent to you once your application is received).
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Wyoming:
- Application Fee: $175
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $60 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $235
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Wyoming Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant renewal happens annually and is due by July 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $100.
Note: While your license is renewed every year, you must complete 32 contact hours of continuing education every two years, specifically by the deadline in even-numbered years.
CE Requirements
24 Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: July 31st of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant pros: you can complete all 24 hours online! Wyoming does not currently place a cap on home-study or distance learning, provided the courses meet the board's standards for professional development.
Provider Restrictions: Courses should be relevant to the practice of occupational therapy. The board generally accepts courses from AOTA-approved providers. High-quality platforms like MedBridge are widely used and accepted for meeting these requirements.
Mandatory Topics
- Jurisprudence Exam: You must complete and pass the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy Jurisprudence Exam during each two-year renewal cycle.
- No specific mandatory topics: Beyond the Jurisprudence requirement, there are no mandated hours for ethics or specific clinical areas—choose what interests you!
Excluded Topics: The board does not grant credit for basic CPR/First Aid, business or marketing meetings, or personal estate planning. All hours must contribute to professional clinical competence.
New Licensee Rule: If you are a new grad or newly licensed traveler in Wyoming, your requirements may be prorated. Typically, if you are licensed in an even-numbered year before the July 31st deadline, you are required to complete 12 hours for that first cycle.
Reporting: Wyoming is an audit-based state. You do not need to submit your certificates during renewal, but you must attest to completing them. Keep your records and certificates for at least 4 years in case you are selected for a random audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy:
- Address: 2001 Capitol Ave, Rm 127, Cheyenne WY 82002
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (307) 777-3628
- Fax: (307) 777-3508
- Email: elizabeth.kimbrough@wyo.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.