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The OT Compact Is Live in Eight States—Learn How to Apply for Compact Privileges

The OT Compact Is Live in Eight States—Learn How to Apply for Compact Privileges


July 28, 2026

The OT Compact Is Live in Eight States—Learn How to Apply for Compact Privileges

Live Zoom Webinar | Tuesday, July 28 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. ET

Join this webinar to learn the step-by-step process for obtaining compact privileges through the OT Compact and get answers to frequently asked questions from subject matter experts.

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The Occupational Therapy Compact (OT Compact) is now live in eight member states. Eligible Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) can apply for compact privileges to practice in participating states that are currently accepting applications.

Join this webinar to learn the step-by-step process for obtaining compact privileges through the OT Compact and get answers to frequently asked questions from subject matter experts.

Participants who attend the live webinar will receive one (1) contact hour.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:

1. Define common acronyms and terminology associated with the Occupational Therapy Compact (OT Compact).

2. Describe OT practitioner eligibility requirements, including:

  • Criminal Background Check (CBC) requirements
  • Registering for an OT Compact account
  • Jurisprudence requirements
  • Payment of fees and completion of required attestations

3. Apply the steps demonstrated during the webinar to successfully obtain compact privileges to practice through the OT Compact.

 

Presenters

Amanda Perry, M.Ed., NRP

Executive Director

Occupational Therapy Compact Commission

Amanda Perry

Lesly Wilson James, PhD, MPA, PMP, OTR/L, FAOTA, FNAP

Chair

Occupational Therapy Compact Commission

Lesly Wilson James

 

Special Guests

Chuck Willmarth

Vice President, Health Policy and State Affairs

American Occupational Therapy Association

Chuck Willmarth headshot

 

TBD State presidents/state association leaders from IN, MD, MN, OH, TN, VA, WI, WV

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