Education

Knowledge is the key to unlocking your potential

Whether you're thinking about becoming an OT student or looking for educational opportunities to advance your career, AOTA offers resources to help you find a school, grow your knowledge, and start your professional journey

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Exam prep

We’ve worked with industry leaders to bring you the next generation of exam prep to help you prepare for the NBCOT exam efficiently and with minimal stress. Confidently prepare for your certification exam with AOTA’s NBCOT® Exam Prep, and earn the necessary credentials to get started on your OT career.

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Fieldwork management

AOTA provides resources about fieldwork education including resources for new programs, and more.

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Academic Leadership Councils

The Academic Leadership Councils (ALC) provide forums at the national level for deans, department chairs, program directors, and academic fieldwork and capstone coordinators to present, examine, and debate educational issues in the occupational therapy arena.

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AOTA Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Institute and Mentoring Program

Using mentored inquiry communities, the AOTA Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Institute and Mentoring Program provides faculty with knowledge and opportunities necessary to design, implement, and disseminate evidence-based pedagogical knowledge regarding occupational therapy education.

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Elevate your teaching and enhance student success at the AOTA Education Summit in Charlotte, NC, on November 8-9.