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Check specific board rules for supervisory requirements.","reciprocity_info":"Occupational therapists licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current NBCOT certification.","renewal_cycle":"Every 2 years","renewal_fee_amount":0.0,"renewal_portal_url":null,"required_documents":[{"description":"Confirmation of passing the Nevada Occupational Therapy Jurisprudence Examination.","name":"Jurisprudence Exam Certificate","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"A copy of a valid driver's license, passport, or state-issued identification card.","name":"Government-issued Photo ID","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Official verification of current certification sent directly from NBCOT.","name":"NBCOT Verification","url":"https://www.nbcot.org/","url_label":"NBCOT Website"},{"description":"A signed waiver allowing the board to conduct a criminal history background check.","name":"Fingerprint Background Waiver","url":null,"url_label":null}],"slug":"nevada-ot","state_name":"Nevada","state_slug":"nevada","statutes_url":null,"steps":[{"description":"Complete the mandatory open-book online exam covering Nevada state laws and regulations before submitting your application.","title":"Pass the Nevada Jurisprudence Exam","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Register for an account on the Nevada Board of Occupational Therapy (NVBOT) portal to begin the application process.","title":"Create an Online Account","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Complete the online 'Initial Application' and upload required documents, including your Jurisprudence Exam confirmation.","title":"Submit Initial Application","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Pay the $150 processing fee and the $250 license fee (total $400 for OTs) through the online portal.","title":"Pay Application and License Fees","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Submit fingerprints for a criminal background check. 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