Kansas Occupational Therapist License
Kansas Board of Healing Arts — OT
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Available
See board
What You'll Need
- Initial Licensing Application — The primary application form for OT licensure in Kansas. Download Form
- Fingerprint Card and Waiver — Standard FBI FD-258 card and the signed KSBHA waiver agreement. Download Waiver
- Professional Liability Insurance Certificate — Proof of coverage meeting the state-mandated minimum limits.
- Official Transcripts — Must be sent directly from the college or university to the KSBHA.
- NBCOT Score Report — Official verification of passing the OTR exam, sent directly from NBCOT. Request Scores
How to Apply
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Education and Examination ▾Graduate from an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy program and pass the NBCOT OTR examination with a minimum score of 450.
NBCOT Website -
Complete Initial Application ▾Download and complete the paper-based Initial Licensing Application. Ensure all sections are filled out and the form is signed.
Download Application -
Submit Fees ▾Pay the $80 application fee via check, money order, or by submitting the Credit/Debit Card Payment Authorization Form.
Payment Form -
Background Check and Fingerprints ▾Complete the fingerprinting process using an FD-258 card and submit the Fingerprint Instructions and Waiver Agreement along with the $57 background check fee.
Fingerprint Instructions -
Provide Proof of Insurance ▾Submit evidence of professional liability insurance. Requirements are $100,000 per claim/$300,000 aggregate for individuals, or $1,000,000/$3,000,000 if covered by an employer.
Insurance Requirements -
Submit Supporting Documents ▾Request official transcripts from your educational institution and official score reports from NBCOT to be sent directly to the Board.
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Available
Transfer License
Requirements ▾
Occupational therapists licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current NBCOT certification.
Steps
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Verify Eligibility ▾Ensure you hold a valid, active license in another state with equivalent standards.
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Request License Verification ▾Contact all states where you have held a license and request official verification be sent directly to the Kansas Board.
Verification Form -
Submit Kansas Application ▾Complete the same Initial Licensing Application used for new graduates.
Download Application -
Complete Background Check ▾Submit fingerprints and the background check fee as required for all new Kansas applicants.
Fingerprint Info
Total Fee
$0
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Kansas Board of Healing Arts — OT
Keeping Your License Active
Kansas Occupational Therapist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Kansas Board of Healing Arts — OT for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $100 |
| Endorsement application | $100 |
| Fingerprint check | $35-$50 (varies by state) |
| Temporary permit | See board |
Slow Downs
Incomplete Insurance Proof
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Failure to provide a certificate of insurance that explicitly meets the $100k/$300k or $1M/$3M limits will stall the application.
Background Check Processing
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Fingerprint processing can take several weeks; it is recommended to submit these as early as possible.
Third-Party Document Delays
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Waiting for transcripts or NBCOT scores to arrive from external institutions is a frequent cause of delay.
Questions
What are the continuing education (CE) requirements?
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Occupational Therapists must complete 40 contact hours of CE every two years, reported during odd-numbered years.
When does my license expire?
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All OT licenses expire annually on March 31. The renewal period runs from February 15 to March 31.
Is professional liability insurance required?
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Yes, Kansas law requires all actively practicing OTs to maintain professional liability insurance as a condition of licensure.
Can I get a temporary license?
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Yes, a temporary license may be issued to applicants who meet all requirements except for the examination, valid for up to one year.
Board Info
Kansas Board of Healing Arts — OT
Phone(785) 296-7413