Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board

03/31/2026

Celebrating the close of National Athletic Trainers Month by highlighting some keys to ethical practice for athletic trainers. Dubbed the seven "Cs" of athletic training by the AT Section of the Board, here are some important tenets to use in your practice!

03/26/2026

Be aware that scammers are targeting OTPTAT Board and other license holders across the country! Please note that the Board will never request payment or tell you that your license has been revoked over the phone.

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03/09/2026

Happy National Athletic Training Month to all who celebrate! Check out some of the latest resources from the AT Section of the OTPTAT Board, including new sample templates for collaboration agreements and qualifications for dry needling.
https://otptat.ohio.gov/athletic-training/collaboration-agreements
https://otptat.ohio.gov/athletic-training/scope-of-pratice

03/04/2026

April 1 is coming soon! And it isn't just April Fools Day - it also the first day that occupational therapy assistants can renew! Check out the Board website for all the details you need to be ready - https://otptat.ohio.gov/occupational-therapy/renewal/02-occupational-therapy-renewal

02/27/2026

The OTPTAT Board February 2026 newsletter is here! Check out the latest news on informed consent, dry needling for , the launch of the licensure compact, and highlight of one of our newest Board members, Cheryl Trautmann Boop!
https://dam.assets.ohio.gov/image/upload/v1772045206/otptat.ohio.gov/Newsletters/February_2026_Newsletter_7.pdf

02/14/2026

The OTPTAT Board has posted new and updatedrules for comment. Check them out at: https://otptat.ohio.gov/about-us/rules-updates

01/19/2026

The OTPTAT Board office is closed today for MLK, Jr. Day. We will reopen on January 20, 2026 at 8:00 AM.

01/12/2026

🎉 Exciting News for Ohio OTs and OTAs!
The Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact (OT Compact) is officially LIVE as of today, January 12, 2026! 🚀

If you are an Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant living in Ohio, working across state lines just got a whole lot easier. The OT Compact allows you to practice in member states—starting with West Virginia and Minnesota—without the hassle of maintaining multiple separate licenses.

Why consider the Compact?

➡️Simplified Practice: Align your renewal dates and CE requirements with your Ohio license.

➡️Telehealth & Travel: Perfect for those living near borders or providing virtual care.

➡️Ease of Use: Obtain a "compact privilege" that works just like a license in other member states.

The Compact is optional and designed to save you time and administrative headaches. Ready to see if you’re eligible and start your application?

🔗 Get all the details and apply here:
https://otcompact.gov/before-you-apply/

12/31/2025

The OTPTAT Board office will be closed on January 1, 2026. We will re-open on Friday, January 2, 2026 at 8:00 AM. Enjoy the holiday!

12/31/2025

Before the year ends take a look at the last newsletter of 2025 for renewal tips, professional compact updates and more!

Bi-Monthly OTPTAT Board Newsletter Updates

12/29/2025

The practice act documents have been updated on the OTPTAT Board website. Please see page 6 of the document for a list of the latest changes:
OT - https://otptat.ohio.gov/occupational-therapy/ot-laws-and-rules
PT - https://otptat.ohio.gov/physical-therapy/pt-laws-and-rules
AT - https://otptat.ohio.gov/athletic-training/laws-and-rules
OPP - https://otptat.ohio.gov/orthotics-prosthetics-and-pedorthics/laws-and-rules

12/25/2025

The OTPTAT Board office is closed today. We will re-open tomorrow. Happy Holidays!