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NBCOT® National Certification Exam: Information You Need to Know
Saturday October 3, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Bach (88)
Abstract:  During this session, an NBCOT Ambassador will share valuable information about preparing and applying for the national OTR and COTA certification exams.  Specific topics include exclusive details about the exams, study tool resources, test day information, data regarding exam questions, and advice from other students and recent certificants. This presentation will allow you to be better informed about the various aspects of the national certification exam experience.
 
Objectives:
Learning Objectives
  • Understand the national certification examination application process
  • Learn about exam preparation strategies and the NBCOT Aspire® Study Tools and StudyPack™
  • Increase awareness of NBCOT and the importance of continuing competency
Synopsis:
Connect with NBCOT and hear about the best approaches to achieve your goal for Occupational Therapy Certification.
 
Bibliography:
  • Practice Analysis of the Occupational Therapist Registered OTR®, NBCOT, 2022
  • Practice Analysis of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA®, NBCOT, 2022
 
Method of Presentation:
PowerPoint 
 
Outline
  1. Connect with NBCOT
  1. Mission
  2. Social media
  3. MyNBCOT account
  1. Exam application
  1. Eligibility
  2. Certification Exam Handbook
  3. NBCOT Code of Conduct
  4. Transcript
  5. Scoring Calendar
  6. Pearson VUE
  1. Preparation
  1. Study plans
  2. Self-assessment
  3. Exam Content Outline
  4. NBCOT StudyPack
  5. Know before you go
  6. Testing data
 
Biographical Sketch:
Provide a brief bio (may choose to include a description of your role as an NBCOT Ambassador).
 
Presenter:
Name: Be sure to indicate you are submitting as an NBCOT Ambassador
 
Time: 60 minutes
 
Level: Students
 
 
 
Additional information if needed:
 
Connect with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT®) to learn about the best approaches to achieve your goal for initial Occupational Therapy Certification and ways to engage with NBCOT, complete the exam application process, and prepare for the exam. During this presentation, attendees will be informed of NBCOT and ways to connect with the organization through social media and a MyNBCOT account to get information about NBCOT certificatio
Speakers
avatar for Krista M Hagarty, OTRL

Krista M Hagarty, OTRL

Clinical Specialist for Michigan, Ovation Rehabilitation Services
Krista Hagarty, OTR/L, serves as the NBCOT Ambassador for Michigan and is a Clinical Specialist in the skilled nursing setting. She is passionate about supporting occupational therapy practitioners through education, mentorship, and promoting best practices in clinical care. Krista... Read More →
Saturday October 3, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Bach (88)
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