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Georgia Occupational Therapist License

Georgia Board of Occupational Therapy

Total Fee
$95
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO / GCIC
Temp License
Available
See board

What You'll Need

  • Citizenship Affidavit — A notarized document attesting to your citizenship or lawful presence in the U.S.
  • Secure and Verifiable Document — A copy of a government-issued ID (e.g., Driver's License or Passport).
  • Official Transcripts — Must be sent directly from the educational institution to the Board.
  • NBCOT Certification — Official verification of your OTR status from NBCOT.
  • Jurisprudence Exam Score — Proof of passing the Georgia-specific laws and rules exam.

How to Apply

  1. Pass the NBCOT Exam ▾
    Register for and pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) examination.
    Register for NBCOT
  2. Submit Online Application ▾
    Create an account on the Georgia Secretary of State (SOS) portal and submit the Occupational Therapist application.
  3. Complete Background Check ▾
    Register with Fieldprint Georgia (GAPS) for fingerprinting. You must use the specific OAC code provided by the Board.
    Register for Fingerprinting
  4. Take the Jurisprudence Exam ▾
    Complete the Georgia Occupational Therapy Jurisprudence Exam, which covers the laws and rules of the state.
  5. Submit Official Transcripts ▾
    Request your university to send official transcripts directly to the Georgia Board of Occupational Therapy.
  6. Verify NBCOT Certification ▾
    Request an official score report or verification of certification from NBCOT to be sent to the Board.
Total Fee
$95
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Occupational therapists licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current NBCOT certification.

Steps

  1. Submit Endorsement Application ▾
    Apply via the SOS portal specifically for licensure by endorsement if you hold an active license in another state.
  2. License Verification ▾
    Request official verification of all professional licenses held in other states to be sent directly to the Georgia Board.
  3. NBCOT Verification ▾
    Ensure your current NBCOT certification is verified and sent to the Board.
  4. Background Check ▾
    Complete the fingerprinting process through Fieldprint Georgia.
    Fieldprint Registration
  5. Jurisprudence Exam ▾
    Complete the Georgia Jurisprudence exam as required for all applicants.
Total Fee
$0
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Georgia Board of Occupational Therapy

Keeping Your License Active

Georgia Occupational Therapist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Georgia Board of Occupational Therapy for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$60
Endorsement application$60
Fingerprint check$35.00
Temporary permitSee board

Slow Downs

Incomplete Affidavit ▾
Failure to have the Citizenship Affidavit notarized or failing to attach the required ID copy.
Transcript Delivery ▾
Transcripts must come directly from the school; student-issued copies are not accepted.
Fingerprint Registration Errors ▾
Using the wrong OAC code or failing to register with Fieldprint before going to a site.
Missing Jurisprudence Exam ▾
The application will not be processed until the Jurisprudence exam is completed and received.

Questions

How many continuing education hours are required for renewal? ▾
24 hours of continuing education are required every two years, including 2 hours of ethics.
When does my Georgia OT license expire? ▾
Licenses expire on March 31st of even-numbered years.
Is there a jurisprudence exam requirement? ▾
Yes, all applicants must pass the Georgia Occupational Therapy Jurisprudence Exam.
Can I get a temporary permit while waiting for my exam results? ▾
Yes, Georgia offers a limited permit for applicants who have applied to take the NBCOT exam for the first time.
How long does the application process take? ▾
Once all documents are received, processing typically takes 15 to 20 business days.

Board Info

Georgia Board of Occupational Therapy
Phone(404) 656-3913
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25