Continuing Education FAQ’s
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How many CE/CC hours do OT’s in NC need per year?
- For the 2007-2008 renewal period OT’s are required to submit 15 points and OTA’s must submit 10 points. Effective for the renewal period that begins July 1, 2008, occupational therapists and occupation therapy assistants applying for license renewal shall both document having earned a minimum of 15 points for approved continuing competence (CC) activities. One hour of content equals one point. This content may be continuing education (CE) or continuing competence activities.
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When does the renewal period begin/end?
- Continuing competence activities must be completed by May 31 of the renewal year. You have until June 30th to get in all materials. Each renewal period is June 1st through the next May 31st.
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What kinds of CE/CC counts towards my points?
- Continuing competence activities must be related to roles and responsibilities in occupational therapy and must serve to protect the public by enhancing the licensee's continuing competence. Included may be academic coursework, board specialty certification, continuing education courses, fieldwork supervision, mentorship, presentations/instruction, professional meetings, professional writing, research, and small group study. See www.nbcot.org for a complete list of activities and the details.
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What about the ethics course requirement?
- There will be a one hour ethics course related to the practice of OT required for the even year renewal periods, beginning with 2009-2010. NCOTA will have ethics courses available, so keep your eyes open on the website.
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Do I need to send in the documentation for my CE activity?
- Licensees do not submit proof of completion of continuing competence activities but shall keep such proof for at least two (2) years and may be subject to random audits by the Board.
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How do I place an ad on the NCOTA website for my CE?
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See the rate cards for the exact type of ad you’d like to run, and then complete the application. You can pay online, and the office will verify your ad and payment before placing the ad.
How many CE/CC hours do OT’s in NC need per year?
- For the 2007-2008 renewal period OT’s are required to submit 15 points and OTA’s must submit 10 points. Effective for the renewal period that begins July 1, 2008, occupational therapists and occupation therapy assistants applying for license renewal shall both document having earned a minimum of 15 points for approved continuing competence (CC) activities. One hour of content equals one point. This content may be continuing education (CE) or continuing competence activities.
When does the renewal period begin/end?
- Continuing competence activities must be completed by May 31 of the renewal year. You have until June 30th to get in all materials. Each renewal period is June 1st through the next May 31st.
What kinds of CE/CC counts towards my points?
- Continuing competence activities must be related to roles and responsibilities in occupational therapy and must serve to protect the public by enhancing the licensee's continuing competence. Included may be academic coursework, board specialty certification, continuing education courses, fieldwork supervision, mentorship, presentations/instruction, professional meetings, professional writing, research, and small group study. See www.nbcot.org for a complete list of activities and the details.
What about the ethics course requirement?
- There will be a one hour ethics course related to the practice of OT required for the even year renewal periods, beginning with 2009-2010. NCOTA will have ethics courses available, so keep your eyes open on the website.
Do I need to send in the documentation for my CE activity?
- Licensees do not submit proof of completion of continuing competence activities but shall keep such proof for at least two (2) years and may be subject to random audits by the Board.
How do I place an ad on the NCOTA website for my CE?
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See the rate cards for the exact type of ad you’d like to run, and then complete the application. You can pay online, and the office will verify your ad and payment before placing the ad.
