Licensing · Maine
How to Get an Occupational Therapy License in Maine
By Deepam Pawar, OT · Updated October 9, 2026 · Sources: NBCOT state board list, OT Compact Commission, state board websites
To practice as an OT or OTA in Maine you need a degree from an ACOTE-accredited program, a passing NBCOT exam score (OTR or COTA), and a license from the Maine Board of Occupational Therapy Practice (Office of Professional & Occupational Regulation). Maine is an OT Compact member but was not yet accepting compact privilege applications when we checked.
Maine licensing board
- Agency
- Maine Board of Occupational Therapy Practice (Office of Professional & Occupational Regulation)
- Location
- Augusta
- Phone
- (207) 624-8624
- occ.board@maine.gov
From NBCOT’s Occupational Therapy Regulatory Body Contact List (rev. July 2026). Agencies and contacts change; confirm on the board’s website.
Maine OT license lookup
To verify an occupational therapist’s or OTA’s license in Maine, use the board’s official tool: Find a Licensee ↗
A license lookup shows whether a Maine license is active. OT Compact privileges are checked separately on CompactConnect. License lookup for every state →
Steps to a Maine license
- Graduate from an ACOTE-accredited program. OT: an entry-level master’s or OTD with at least 24 weeks of Level II fieldwork. OTA: an associate or bachelor’s with at least 16 weeks. See OT programs and OTA programs in Maine.
- Pass the NBCOT exam: OTR for occupational therapists, COTA for assistants.
- Apply to the Maine Board of Occupational Therapy Practice (Office of Professional & Occupational Regulation) with your transcript or program verification, NBCOT score, fee and any background check the state requires.
- Complete any Maine-specific requirement, such as a jurisprudence (law) exam, and keep your license current with renewals and continuing education.
What the Maine board says
- Maine offers a temporary license, valid for six months, to people who have completed the education and experience requirements.
Quote from the board’s website
“A temporary license may be granted to a person who has completed the education and experience requirements ... A temporary license is valid for six (6) months or until a request for change of status is approved.”
Quoted from the board’s website, checked October 9, 2026.
OT Licensure Compact in Maine
Maine is an OT Compact member but was not yet accepting compact privilege applications when we checked. The compact lets an OT or OTA licensed in their home member state get a “privilege to practice” in other member states once both are issuing privileges. See the OT Compact map and every state’s status.
| Accepting compact applications | Not yet |
|---|---|
| Jurisprudence requirement (compact) | Not required |
| Maine privilege fee (OT / OTA) | TBD / TBD |
| Compact fee | $75 |
Source: OT Compact Commission, otcompact.gov (updated October 5, 2026). States issuing privileges at that date: AR, IN, MD, MN, MS, OH, TN, VA, WV, WI.
Pay in Maine
U.S. median for occupational therapists: $100,330. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (SOC 29-1122). Compare all states.
Frequently asked questions
How do I look up an occupational therapy license in Maine?
Use the Maine Board of Occupational Therapy Practice (Office of Professional & Occupational Regulation)’s official “Find a Licensee” tool: www.pfr.maine.gov. It shows whether an OT or OTA license is active.
Who issues occupational therapy licenses in Maine?
The Maine Board of Occupational Therapy Practice (Office of Professional & Occupational Regulation) (Augusta). Official website: https://www.maine.gov/professionallicensing
What do I need for an OT license in Maine?
In every state the core requirements are a degree from an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy (or OTA) program, completed fieldwork, and a passing score on the NBCOT certification exam, plus the state’s application and fee. Check the Maine Board of Occupational Therapy Practice (Office of Professional & Occupational Regulation) for Maine-specific items such as a jurisprudence exam, background check or temporary permit.
Does Maine participate in the OT Licensure Compact?
Maine is an OT Compact member but was not yet accepting compact privilege applications when we checked.
How much do occupational therapists make in Maine?
The median wage for OTs in Maine was $84,310 a year, and $64,270 for OT assistants (BLS, May 2025).
Are there OT programs in Maine?
Yes: 6 OT programs and 2 OTA programs listed by ACOTE.