Which entity accredits occupational therapy education programs?

• A. ACOTE accredits occupational therapy education programs.
• B. NBCOT accredits educational programs.
• C. State boards accredite programs.
• D. Public health associations accredate programs.

Answer: (A)

Accreditation of occupational therapy education programs is handled by ACOTE, the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education. ACOTE is the accrediting arm of the American Occupational Therapy Association and is recognized as the authority that evaluates OT and OTA programs to ensure they meet standards for preparing graduates for entry-level practice and for eligibility to take the national certification exam. The other organizations don’t perform accreditation: NBCOT certifies individuals after they complete an accredited program; state licensure boards regulate practice after certification; and public health associations do not accredit OT education programs.