Can a Occupational Therapist transfer a license to Tennessee as a military spouse?
Yes. Tennessee is a member of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact (OT Compact), so a Occupational Therapist holding a multistate/compact license can practice in TN 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 Tennessee
Tennessee law directs each health-related board under the Division of Health Related Boards, including the Board of Occupational Therapy, to expedite issuance of a license to a person whose spouse is a member of the armed forces transferred to Tennessee, applied for via the Department of Health PH-4280 expedited-licensure form.
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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