Licensing · Nevada
How to Get an Occupational Therapy License in Nevada
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 Nevada you need a degree from an ACOTE-accredited program, a passing NBCOT exam score (OTR or COTA), and a license from the Nevada State Board of Occupational Therapy. Nevada is not listed as a member of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, so practicing there requires a Nevada license.
Nevada licensing board
- Agency
- Nevada State Board of Occupational Therapy
- Website
- www.nvot.org
- Location
- Reno
- Phone
- (775) 746-4101
- board@nvot.org
From NBCOT’s Occupational Therapy Regulatory Body Contact List (rev. July 2026). Agencies and contacts change; confirm on the board’s website.
Nevada OT license lookup
Use the license verification or lookup page on the Nevada State Board of Occupational Therapy website. We link only to lookup tools we could confirm on the board’s own site.
A license lookup shows whether a Nevada license is active. OT Compact privileges are checked separately on CompactConnect. License lookup for every state →
Steps to a Nevada 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 Nevada.
- Pass the NBCOT exam: OTR for occupational therapists, COTA for assistants.
- Apply to the Nevada State Board of Occupational Therapy with your transcript or program verification, NBCOT score, fee and any background check the state requires.
- Complete any Nevada-specific requirement, such as a jurisprudence (law) exam, and keep your license current with renewals and continuing education.
OT Licensure Compact in Nevada
Nevada is not listed as a member of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, so practicing there requires a Nevada license. 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.
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 Nevada
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 Nevada?
Use the license verification page on the Nevada State Board of Occupational Therapy website (www.nvot.org).
Who issues occupational therapy licenses in Nevada?
The Nevada State Board of Occupational Therapy (Reno). Official website: https://www.nvot.org
What do I need for an OT license in Nevada?
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 Nevada State Board of Occupational Therapy for Nevada-specific items such as a jurisprudence exam, background check or temporary permit.
Does Nevada participate in the OT Licensure Compact?
Nevada is not listed as a member of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, so practicing there requires a Nevada license.
How much do occupational therapists make in Nevada?
The median wage for OTs in Nevada was $110,520 a year, and $79,510 for OT assistants (BLS, May 2025).
Are there OT programs in Nevada?
Yes: 2 OT programs and 1 OTA program listed by ACOTE.