Occupational Therapy · OH
Can a Occupational Therapist transfer a license to Ohio as a military spouse?
Data as of May 2026|Source: Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact (OT Compact) commission + DOJ Servicemembers Initiative
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✓ Yes — compact transfer
Yes. Ohio is a member of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact (OT Compact), so a Occupational Therapist holding a multistate/compact license can practice in OH without re-applying. Compact provides clear portability — military spouses with OT licenses should join the compact for maximum flexibility.
Your occupational therapy licensing board in Ohio
Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board
otptat.ohio.gov/occupational-therapy ↗☎ 614-466-3774Ohio military-spouse provision
Ohio offers a current or former member of the armed forces and their spouse who holds a valid out-of-state OT or OTA license a temporary license valid up to seven years while the servicemember is stationed in Ohio.
Official source ↗About the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact (OT Compact)
For Occupational Therapists and OT Assistants. Privilege-based practice in member states.
Official compact site ↗All Occupational Therapy member states
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