Occupational Therapist Licensure in West Virginia
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $120
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Renewal Costs $120
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CE Requirements 24 Hours
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Compact Yes
How to apply
To secure your Travel Occupational Therapist license in West Virginia, you'll be working with the West Virginia Board of Occupational Therapy. You will submit your application through the Certemy Portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your NBCOT score transfer and license verifications to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Create Your Account: Head over to the "New Applicants: Non-WV Resident" page and select "Initial Application for Full License" to self-enroll and create your Certemy account. This is the system where you'll track your entire application progress.
- Complete the Steps: The application is broken down into self-paced steps within the portal. You'll need to upload a recent passport-style photo and pay the application fee.
- Background Check & Jurisprudence: Follow the specific instructions inside your Certemy workflow to complete your background check and the Jurisprudence Exam. These are typically integrated steps or require specific forms provided within the portal.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A recent passport-quality photo (digital file to upload), Driver's License/ID, and your Social Security Number.
- Items to Request: Request your Verification of Certification/Score Transfer from NBCOT to be sent to the Board. You also need to request license verifications from any other states where you hold a license.
- Exams: You will need to complete a Jurisprudence Exam, which is generally administered as a step within the online application process.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in West Virginia:
- Application Fee: $75
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $45 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $120
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: West Virginia Occupational Therapist renewal happens biennially and is due by December 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $120.
Note: Submit your application at least 30 days early—there is no grace period and late renewals incur a $100 fee.
CE Requirements
24 Contact Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: December 31st of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Occupational Therapist CEUs: there is currently no limit on home-study or online courses. You can complete all 24 contact hours through online platforms.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be relevant to the practice of occupational therapy. The board generally accepts courses from AOTA-approved providers, state OT associations, and accredited universities. General portals like MedBridge are widely used and accepted for West Virginia renewals.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—choose what interests you! (While the board does not mandate specific topics like ethics or suicide prevention for every cycle, all hours must contribute to professional competence in OT).
Excluded Topics: CPR, First Aid, and basic life support certification; business or office management; marketing; and personal development or self-help courses.
New Licensee Rule: If you are a new graduate or newly licensed in West Virginia during the second year of the biennial cycle, your CE requirements for the first renewal are typically waived.
Reporting: West Virginia uses an Audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates unless you are selected for a random audit. You must maintain your records and certificates for at least 4 years (two full cycles).
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the West Virginia Board of Occupational Therapy:
- Address: 1063 Maple Dr Ste 4B Morgantown, WV 26505-0387
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (304) 285-3150
- Fax: (304) 285-3150
- Email: wvbot@wv.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 West Virginia, you'll be working with the West Virginia Board of Occupational Therapy. You will submit your application through the Certemy Portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your NBCOT score transfer and license verifications to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Create Your Account: Head over to the "New Applicants: Non-WV Resident" page and select "Initial Application for Full License" to self-enroll and create your Certemy account. This is the system where you'll track your entire application progress.
- Complete the Steps: The application is broken down into self-paced steps within the portal. You'll need to upload a recent passport-style photo and pay the application fee.
- Background Check & Jurisprudence: Follow the specific instructions inside your Certemy workflow to complete your background check and the Jurisprudence Exam. These are typically integrated steps or require specific forms provided within the portal.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A recent passport-quality photo (digital file to upload), Driver's License/ID, and your Social Security Number.
- Items to Request: Request your Verification of Certification/Score Transfer from NBCOT to be sent to the Board. You also need to request license verifications from any other states where you hold a license.
- Exams: You will need to complete a Jurisprudence Exam, which is generally administered as a step within the online application process.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in West Virginia:
- Application Fee: $75
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $45 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $120
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: West Virginia Occupational Therapist renewal happens biennially and is due by December 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $120.
Note: Submit your application at least 30 days early—there is no grace period and late renewals incur a $100 fee.
CE Requirements
24 Contact Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: December 31st of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Occupational Therapist CEUs: there is currently no limit on home-study or online courses. You can complete all 24 contact hours through online platforms.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be relevant to the practice of occupational therapy. The board generally accepts courses from AOTA-approved providers, state OT associations, and accredited universities. General portals like MedBridge are widely used and accepted for West Virginia renewals.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—choose what interests you! (While the board does not mandate specific topics like ethics or suicide prevention for every cycle, all hours must contribute to professional competence in OT).
Excluded Topics: CPR, First Aid, and basic life support certification; business or office management; marketing; and personal development or self-help courses.
New Licensee Rule: If you are a new graduate or newly licensed in West Virginia during the second year of the biennial cycle, your CE requirements for the first renewal are typically waived.
Reporting: West Virginia uses an Audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates unless you are selected for a random audit. You must maintain your records and certificates for at least 4 years (two full cycles).
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the West Virginia Board of Occupational Therapy:
- Address: 1063 Maple Dr Ste 4B Morgantown, WV 26505-0387
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (304) 285-3150
- Fax: (304) 285-3150
- Email: wvbot@wv.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.