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Certification

Occupational Therapists

Certification Description
To become certified through the IAOM-US in Orthopedic Medicine and Manual Therapy, an individual must successfully complete any of the following examinations:Upper Extremity Certification (3 three day courses: Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist & Thumb); Lower Extremity Certification (3 three day courses: Hip, Knee, Ankle & Foot); Complete Extremity Certification (6 three day courses: Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist & Thumb, Hip, Knee, Ankle & Foot); Upper Spine Certification (3 three day courses: Upper Cervical & Headache, Lower Cervical, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and Cervico-Thoracic Junction); Lower Spine Certification (3 three day courses: LSI-Acute Lumbar &Sacro-iliac Joint, LSII-Recurrent and Chronic Low Back Pain, Thoracic & Ribs); Complete Spine Certification (6 three day courses: Upper Cervical Spine, Lower Cervical Spine, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and Cervicothoracic Junction, LSI-Acute Lumbar & Sacroiliac Joint, LSII Recurrent and Chronic Low Back Pain, Thoracic Spine & Ribs); UE Track Certification I (3 two day courses: UE Hand, UE Wrist Level I, UE Wrist Level II); UE Track Certification II (3 two day courses:(UE Elbow, UE Shoulder, UE TOS/CTJ) Successful completion of certification for a minimum of three courses (67.5 contact hours) results in a "COMT" Certification. The Certification will become official within two months of the examination date. You will then be entitled to use the initials "COMT" following your name and credentials.

Certifying Organization
International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine - US
http://iaom-us.com/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Certification in Orthopedic Manual Therapy Website

Certifying Organization
Hand Therapy Certification Commission, Inc.
https://www.htcc.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

Certified Hand Therapist Website

Certification Description
Is a not-for-profit credentialing agency that provides certification for the occupational therapy profession. NBCOT® serves the public interest by developing, administering and continually reviewing a certification process that reflects current standards of competent practice in occupational therapy. We also work with state regulatory authorities, providing information on credentials, disciplinary actions, and regulatory and certification renewal issues.

Certifying Organization
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc.
http://www.nbcot.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Occupational Therapist Registered Website

Certifying Organization
American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
https://www.aota.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Occupational Therapy: Driving and Community Mobility Website

Certifying Organization
American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
https://www.aota.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Occupational Therapy: Environmental Modification Website

Certifying Organization
American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
https://www.aota.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Occupational Therapy: Feeding, Eating, and Swallowing Website

Certifying Organization
American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
https://www.aota.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Occupational Therapy: Gerontology Website

Certifying Organization
American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
https://www.aota.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Occupational Therapy: Low Vision Website

Certifying Organization
American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
https://www.aota.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Occupational Therapy: Mental Health Website

Certifying Organization
American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
https://www.aota.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Occupational Therapy: Pediatrics Website

Certifying Organization
American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
https://www.aota.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Occupational Therapy: Physical Rehabilitation Website

Certification Description
Our Orthopedic Exercise Specialty Certification is designed for a wide range of professionals - from those within the fitness industry to athletic trainers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, chiropractors and doctors. The curriculum will provide a better understanding of the structure and function of major joints, common musculoskeletal conditions, and general treatment clients will receive from orthopedic specialists. Upon completion, professionals will be able to develop exercise programs and incorporate progressions that address muscle imbalances, prevent injury, and improve movement patterns, muscular strength and endurance.

Certifying Organization
American Council on Exercise
https://www.acefitness.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Orthopedic Exercise Specialty Certification Website

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