Occupational Therapist Licensure in Wyoming
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $260
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Renewal Costs $110
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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 Wyoming, you'll be working with the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy. Unlike many other states, Wyoming does not use an online portal; instead, you will download your application materials directly from their Applications page. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your official transcripts to avoid delays.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get the Ball Rolling: Head over to the Board's website and download the "Application for Licensure by Endorsement" (since you are likely already licensed in another state). This is a paper-based process, so you will need to print the forms to fill them out.
- Background Check: You will need to submit two (2) FD-258 fingerprint cards. You can usually request these specific cards directly from the Board office or obtain them at a local law enforcement agency where you get fingerprinted.
- Gather Your Verifications: Request official license verifications from every state where you hold or have held a license. These must come directly from the issuing state board to Wyoming.
- Hit Submit: Once your application is complete and you have your check or money order ready for the fee, mail your entire packet (application, fee, photo, and fingerprint cards) to the Board's office in Cheyenne.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A current passport-style photograph, your completed application form, and a personal check, cashier’s check, or money order for the fee.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school), NBCOT scores (sent directly from NBCOT), and License Verifications from all prior states.
- Exams: Wyoming does not currently require a separate jurisprudence exam for OT licensure.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Wyoming:
- Application Fee: $200
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $60 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $260
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 Occupational Therapist renewal happens annually and is due by July 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $110.
Note: Watch out—while the final deadline is July 31st, applications submitted after June 15th are subject to a late fee!
CE Requirements
24 Contact Hours required every two years.
Deadline: July 31st of even-numbered years. Note that while Wyoming licenses must be renewed annually, you only attest to your continuing education hours during the even-year renewal cycle.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Occupational Therapist CEUs: Wyoming currently has no limit on home-study or online courses. You can complete all 24 contact hours through pre-recorded webinars or independent study, provided they meet board standards.
Provider Restrictions: Courses are generally accepted if they are provided or approved by the AOTA, the Wyoming Occupational Therapy Association (WYOTA), or the NBCOT. General online portals like MedBridge are widely used by travelers to meet these requirements. Unit Conversion: Wyoming defines 0.1 AOTA CEUs as 1 contact hour (meaning 1.0 AOTA CEU = 10 contact hours). Additionally, 1.25 NBCOT PDUs equal 1 contact hour.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory clinical topics—choose what interests you!
- Jurisprudence: While a jurisprudence exam is required for initial licensure, there is no recurring law or ethics exam required for standard renewals.
Excluded Topics: Activities such as business management, marketing, personal finance, and basic CPR or First Aid typically do not count toward the professional 24-hour requirement.
New Licensee Rule: If you are a new grad or newly licensed in Wyoming during an even-numbered year prior to July 31st, your CE requirements may be prorated. Check with the board for your specific hour count if you are in your first renewal cycle.
Reporting: Wyoming uses an audit-based system. You will attest to your hours during your even-year renewal. You only need to submit your CE Log Sheet and certificates if you are specifically selected for a random audit or if you are filing a late renewal after June 15th. Keep your records for at least 4 years.
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 Occupational Therapist license in Wyoming, you'll be working with the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy. Unlike many other states, Wyoming does not use an online portal; instead, you will download your application materials directly from their Applications page. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your official transcripts to avoid delays.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get the Ball Rolling: Head over to the Board's website and download the "Application for Licensure by Endorsement" (since you are likely already licensed in another state). This is a paper-based process, so you will need to print the forms to fill them out.
- Background Check: You will need to submit two (2) FD-258 fingerprint cards. You can usually request these specific cards directly from the Board office or obtain them at a local law enforcement agency where you get fingerprinted.
- Gather Your Verifications: Request official license verifications from every state where you hold or have held a license. These must come directly from the issuing state board to Wyoming.
- Hit Submit: Once your application is complete and you have your check or money order ready for the fee, mail your entire packet (application, fee, photo, and fingerprint cards) to the Board's office in Cheyenne.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A current passport-style photograph, your completed application form, and a personal check, cashier’s check, or money order for the fee.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school), NBCOT scores (sent directly from NBCOT), and License Verifications from all prior states.
- Exams: Wyoming does not currently require a separate jurisprudence exam for OT licensure.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Wyoming:
- Application Fee: $200
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $60 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $260
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 Occupational Therapist renewal happens annually and is due by July 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $110.
Note: Watch out—while the final deadline is July 31st, applications submitted after June 15th are subject to a late fee!
CE Requirements
24 Contact Hours required every two years.
Deadline: July 31st of even-numbered years. Note that while Wyoming licenses must be renewed annually, you only attest to your continuing education hours during the even-year renewal cycle.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Occupational Therapist CEUs: Wyoming currently has no limit on home-study or online courses. You can complete all 24 contact hours through pre-recorded webinars or independent study, provided they meet board standards.
Provider Restrictions: Courses are generally accepted if they are provided or approved by the AOTA, the Wyoming Occupational Therapy Association (WYOTA), or the NBCOT. General online portals like MedBridge are widely used by travelers to meet these requirements. Unit Conversion: Wyoming defines 0.1 AOTA CEUs as 1 contact hour (meaning 1.0 AOTA CEU = 10 contact hours). Additionally, 1.25 NBCOT PDUs equal 1 contact hour.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory clinical topics—choose what interests you!
- Jurisprudence: While a jurisprudence exam is required for initial licensure, there is no recurring law or ethics exam required for standard renewals.
Excluded Topics: Activities such as business management, marketing, personal finance, and basic CPR or First Aid typically do not count toward the professional 24-hour requirement.
New Licensee Rule: If you are a new grad or newly licensed in Wyoming during an even-numbered year prior to July 31st, your CE requirements may be prorated. Check with the board for your specific hour count if you are in your first renewal cycle.
Reporting: Wyoming uses an audit-based system. You will attest to your hours during your even-year renewal. You only need to submit your CE Log Sheet and certificates if you are specifically selected for a random audit or if you are filing a late renewal after June 15th. Keep your records for at least 4 years.
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.