What are the requirements for obtaining a Georgia occupational therapy license?

• A. Submit an application, pay fees, complete background checks if required.
• B. Submit an application, pay fees, complete background checks if required, verify NBCOT certification, and receive board approval.
• C. Only pass a Georgia state exam.
• D. Be licensed in any state to transfer.

Answer: (B)

Getting an occupational therapy license in Georgia combines state processing with proof of national competency. You must submit the licensure application and pay the required fees, and you may undergo a background check if the state requires it. In addition, Georgia requires verification of NBCOT certification, confirming you hold the national credential for OT. After those steps, the Georgia Board reviews the file and grants licensure, meaning board approval is necessary before you can practice. The other paths aren’t correct because a state exam isn’t part of Georgia’s process, and simply being licensed in another state doesn’t automatically confer a Georgia license.