Occupational Therapist Licensure in Montana
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $220
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Renewal Costs $110
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CE Requirements 10 Hours
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Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Occupational Therapist license in Montana, you'll be working with the Montana Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. You will submit your application through the EBiz Online 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 EBiz Online Portal and create a "Citizen Account." This is where you’ll submit your application and track its status. Hit submit on the application form once you've filled in your details.
- Fingerprint Background Check: Montana requires a fingerprint-based background check. You will need to obtain standard fingerprint cards (FD-258) from a local law enforcement agency or the Montana Department of Justice. Once fingerprinted, mail the completed cards and the required fee directly to the Montana Department of Justice (not the Board). You can find the specific mailing address and instructions on the Board's "Forms" tab.
- Request Official Transcripts: Contact your university registrar to send your official transcripts directly to the Board. These must come straight from the source; they won't accept copies sent by you.
- NBCOT Score Transfer: Log in to your NBCOT account and request a score transfer to be sent directly to the Montana Board.
- License Verification: You need to disclose all states where you currently hold or have held a license. The Board staff will attempt to verify these online for you. However, if a state doesn't have an online verification system, you will need to request an official verification be sent from that state's board to Montana.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: Driver's License, Social Security Number, and a list of all state licenses you hold.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts, NBCOT Scores, and Fingerprint Cards (FD-258).
- Exams: You need to have passed the NBCOT. There is no separate Jurisprudence Exam listed for OTs in Montana, but always double-check the application for any specific legal attestations.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Montana:
- Application Fee: $190
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $30 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $220
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Montana Occupational Therapist renewal happens annually and is due by June 15th.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $110.
Note: Watch out—Montana requires 10 hours of continuing education to be completed every year, and all credits must be earned before the June 15th deadline.
CE Requirements
10 Contact Hours required every year.
Deadline: June 15th annually.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Occupational Therapist CEUs: Montana currently has no limit on "home study" or online courses. You can complete your entire requirement through recorded webinars or text-based modules.
Provider Restrictions: The Montana Board does not pre-approve specific courses. They accept activities from AOTA-approved providers, state OT associations, and accredited universities. General portals like MedBridge are accepted as long as the content is relevant to the clinical practice of occupational therapy.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—choose what interests you!
Excluded Topics: CPR, First Aid, business or office management, marketing, and social or recreational activities.
New Licensee Rule: If your initial license was issued within 90 days of the June 15th deadline, you are not required to renew or complete professional development until the following year.
Reporting: Montana uses an audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates during renewal unless you are randomly selected for an audit. Keep your records for at least 3 years.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Montana Board of Occupational Therapy Practice:
- Address: 301 S Park Ave Helena, MT 59601-6282
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (406) 841-2258
- Fax: (406) 841-2305
- Email: DLIBSDHELP@MT.GOV
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.
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How to Apply
To secure your Travel Occupational Therapist license in Montana, you'll be working with the Montana Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. You will submit your application through the EBiz Online 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 EBiz Online Portal and create a "Citizen Account." This is where you’ll submit your application and track its status. Hit submit on the application form once you've filled in your details.
- Fingerprint Background Check: Montana requires a fingerprint-based background check. You will need to obtain standard fingerprint cards (FD-258) from a local law enforcement agency or the Montana Department of Justice. Once fingerprinted, mail the completed cards and the required fee directly to the Montana Department of Justice (not the Board). You can find the specific mailing address and instructions on the Board's "Forms" tab.
- Request Official Transcripts: Contact your university registrar to send your official transcripts directly to the Board. These must come straight from the source; they won't accept copies sent by you.
- NBCOT Score Transfer: Log in to your NBCOT account and request a score transfer to be sent directly to the Montana Board.
- License Verification: You need to disclose all states where you currently hold or have held a license. The Board staff will attempt to verify these online for you. However, if a state doesn't have an online verification system, you will need to request an official verification be sent from that state's board to Montana.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: Driver's License, Social Security Number, and a list of all state licenses you hold.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts, NBCOT Scores, and Fingerprint Cards (FD-258).
- Exams: You need to have passed the NBCOT. There is no separate Jurisprudence Exam listed for OTs in Montana, but always double-check the application for any specific legal attestations.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Montana:
- Application Fee: $190
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $30 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $220
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Montana Occupational Therapist renewal happens annually and is due by June 15th.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $110.
Note: Watch out—Montana requires 10 hours of continuing education to be completed every year, and all credits must be earned before the June 15th deadline.
CE Requirements
10 Contact Hours required every year.
Deadline: June 15th annually.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Occupational Therapist CEUs: Montana currently has no limit on "home study" or online courses. You can complete your entire requirement through recorded webinars or text-based modules.
Provider Restrictions: The Montana Board does not pre-approve specific courses. They accept activities from AOTA-approved providers, state OT associations, and accredited universities. General portals like MedBridge are accepted as long as the content is relevant to the clinical practice of occupational therapy.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—choose what interests you!
Excluded Topics: CPR, First Aid, business or office management, marketing, and social or recreational activities.
New Licensee Rule: If your initial license was issued within 90 days of the June 15th deadline, you are not required to renew or complete professional development until the following year.
Reporting: Montana uses an audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates during renewal unless you are randomly selected for an audit. Keep your records for at least 3 years.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Montana Board of Occupational Therapy Practice:
- Address: 301 S Park Ave Helena, MT 59601-6282
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (406) 841-2258
- Fax: (406) 841-2305
- Email: DLIBSDHELP@MT.GOV
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.