Occupational therapy scope of practice
Our profession's scope of practice is continually evolving. Learn about the latest scope of practice and state requirements for occupational therapy practitioners, as well as AOTA's latest scope of practice advocacy efforts so you can have the most impact on your client's quality of care.
Position statement
This statement outlines the scope of practice in occupational therapy and provides a model definition of occupational therapy.
Scope of practice decision guide
Access decision guides and other resources to help you address scope of practice questions.
State requirements
An occupational therapist's or occupational therapy assistant's scope of practice is defined in state law. Scope of practice describes the domain of practice and delineates the services that the OT practitioner is deemed qualified to perform and permitted under the law.
AOTA's resources outline specific requirements in your state.
Advocacy
AOTA advocates for the profession by ensuring that OTs and OTAs can practice to the full extent of their license, defined by state practice acts. Learn more about AOTA's advocacy efforts related to scope of practice.