Occupational Therapist Licensure in New Hampshire
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $218
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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 Occupational Therapist license in New Hampshire, you'll be working with the Occupational Therapists Governing Board (under the OPLC). You will submit your application through the OPLC 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
- Criminal Background Check: New Hampshire requires a Criminal Record Release Authorization. You will likely need to download the specific instructions/form from the OPLC website, fill it out, and mail it with a check directly to the NH State Police. Get this done early as it can take some time to process.
- Request Documents: Head over to your university registrar and NBCOT to request your official documents. These must be sent directly from the source to the Board. Do not try to upload them yourself.
- Submit Application: Create an account on the online portal, select your profession, and complete the application. You'll upload your headshot and pay the application fee here. Hit submit once everything looks good.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A recent 2x2 passport-style photo, your Social Security Number, and your Driver's License.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school), NBCOT Scores (sent directly), and Verification of Licensure from any other states where you hold a license.
- Exams: You will need to pass the New Hampshire Jurisprudence Exam. Information on how to take this will be provided during the application process.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in New Hampshire:
- Application Fee: $170
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $48 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $218
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 Occupational Therapist renewal happens every two years and is due by December 31st of odd-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $121.
Note: Submit your application by December 1st to avoid a late fee; licenses lapse immediately if not renewed by the end of the year.
CE Requirements
24 CE Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: December 31st of odd-numbered years (for licenses issued before July 15, 2023) or biennially based on your initial date of licensure.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Occupational Therapist CEUs: New Hampshire has no restriction on delivery methods. You can complete all 24 hours through online, home-study, or on-demand courses.
Provider Restrictions: Courses do not need to be pre-approved by the Board. New Hampshire accepts AOTA-approved providers and non-AOTA programs (where 1 hour of attendance equals 1 CE). General portals like MedBridge are widely used and accepted. Pro-Tip: Maintaining your current NBCOT certification satisfies all New Hampshire CE requirements!
Mandatory Topics
- Clinical Application: (At least 12 hours) must relate directly to the clinical application of occupational therapy.
- Theory & Practice: (Remaining hours) must relate to occupational therapy theory and practice.
- Jurisprudence: No specific Law/Ethics exam is required for renewal, though clinical ethics is always a recommended topic.
Excluded Topics: While not strictly excluded, there are caps on certain activities: CPR certification is limited to 4 CE, and Universal Precaution education is limited to 2 CE per cycle. Business-only or marketing courses typically do not count toward clinical requirements.
New Licensee Rule: The Board generally states requirements are the same for the first renewal; however, if you were licensed within 12 months of graduation, you may only be required to complete 12 hours. Always verify your specific expiration date on the OPLC portal.
Reporting: New Hampshire uses CE Broker for digital tracking. While the state operates on a 10% random audit basis, travelers are encouraged to upload certificates to their free CE Broker account for easy record-keeping across multiple states.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? 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 Occupational Therapist license in New Hampshire, you'll be working with the Occupational Therapists Governing Board (under the OPLC). You will submit your application through the OPLC 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
- Criminal Background Check: New Hampshire requires a Criminal Record Release Authorization. You will likely need to download the specific instructions/form from the OPLC website, fill it out, and mail it with a check directly to the NH State Police. Get this done early as it can take some time to process.
- Request Documents: Head over to your university registrar and NBCOT to request your official documents. These must be sent directly from the source to the Board. Do not try to upload them yourself.
- Submit Application: Create an account on the online portal, select your profession, and complete the application. You'll upload your headshot and pay the application fee here. Hit submit once everything looks good.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A recent 2x2 passport-style photo, your Social Security Number, and your Driver's License.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school), NBCOT Scores (sent directly), and Verification of Licensure from any other states where you hold a license.
- Exams: You will need to pass the New Hampshire Jurisprudence Exam. Information on how to take this will be provided during the application process.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in New Hampshire:
- Application Fee: $170
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $48 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $218
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 Occupational Therapist renewal happens every two years and is due by December 31st of odd-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $121.
Note: Submit your application by December 1st to avoid a late fee; licenses lapse immediately if not renewed by the end of the year.
CE Requirements
24 CE Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: December 31st of odd-numbered years (for licenses issued before July 15, 2023) or biennially based on your initial date of licensure.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Occupational Therapist CEUs: New Hampshire has no restriction on delivery methods. You can complete all 24 hours through online, home-study, or on-demand courses.
Provider Restrictions: Courses do not need to be pre-approved by the Board. New Hampshire accepts AOTA-approved providers and non-AOTA programs (where 1 hour of attendance equals 1 CE). General portals like MedBridge are widely used and accepted. Pro-Tip: Maintaining your current NBCOT certification satisfies all New Hampshire CE requirements!
Mandatory Topics
- Clinical Application: (At least 12 hours) must relate directly to the clinical application of occupational therapy.
- Theory & Practice: (Remaining hours) must relate to occupational therapy theory and practice.
- Jurisprudence: No specific Law/Ethics exam is required for renewal, though clinical ethics is always a recommended topic.
Excluded Topics: While not strictly excluded, there are caps on certain activities: CPR certification is limited to 4 CE, and Universal Precaution education is limited to 2 CE per cycle. Business-only or marketing courses typically do not count toward clinical requirements.
New Licensee Rule: The Board generally states requirements are the same for the first renewal; however, if you were licensed within 12 months of graduation, you may only be required to complete 12 hours. Always verify your specific expiration date on the OPLC portal.
Reporting: New Hampshire uses CE Broker for digital tracking. While the state operates on a 10% random audit basis, travelers are encouraged to upload certificates to their free CE Broker account for easy record-keeping across multiple states.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? 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.