Licensing · Wyoming
How to Get an Occupational Therapy License in Wyoming
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 Wyoming you need a degree from an ACOTE-accredited program, a passing NBCOT exam score (OTR or COTA), and a license from the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy. Wyoming is an OT Compact member but was not yet accepting compact privilege applications when we checked.
Wyoming licensing board
- Agency
- Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy
- Location
- Cheyenne
- Phone
- (307) 777-6864
From NBCOT’s Occupational Therapy Regulatory Body Contact List (rev. July 2026). Agencies and contacts change; confirm on the board’s website.
Wyoming OT license lookup
To verify an occupational therapist’s or OTA’s license in Wyoming, use the board’s official tool: License Lookup ↗
A license lookup shows whether a Wyoming license is active. OT Compact privileges are checked separately on CompactConnect. License lookup for every state →
Steps to a Wyoming 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 Wyoming.
- Pass the NBCOT exam: OTR for occupational therapists, COTA for assistants.
- Apply to the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy with your transcript or program verification, NBCOT score, fee and any background check the state requires.
- Complete any Wyoming-specific requirement, such as a jurisprudence (law) exam, and keep your license current with renewals and continuing education.
What the Wyoming board says
- Wyoming offers a limited license for recent graduates waiting to take the exam or for their results.
Quote from the board’s website
“Limited License Application - For those who recently graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapy program and are awaiting to sit for the exam or their results”
Quoted from the board’s website, checked October 9, 2026.
OT Licensure Compact in Wyoming
Wyoming 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 |
| Wyoming 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 Wyoming
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 Wyoming?
Use the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy’s official “License Lookup” tool: occupationaltherapy.wyo.gov. It shows whether an OT or OTA license is active.
Who issues occupational therapy licenses in Wyoming?
The Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy (Cheyenne). Official website: https://occupationaltherapy.wyo.gov/home
What do I need for an OT license in Wyoming?
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 Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy for Wyoming-specific items such as a jurisprudence exam, background check or temporary permit.
Does Wyoming participate in the OT Licensure Compact?
Wyoming is an OT Compact member but was not yet accepting compact privilege applications when we checked.
How much do occupational therapists make in Wyoming?
The median wage for OTs in Wyoming was $86,170 a year, and $62,750 for OT assistants (BLS, May 2025).
Are there OT programs in Wyoming?
Yes: 2 OT programs and 1 OTA program listed by ACOTE.