AOTA Fellowship Program

Issued by American Occupational Therapy Association

The earner of this digital badge has completed an onsite, full-time program focused on the attainment of occupational therapy knowledge and skills in a defined area of practice. This program included expert mentorship, didactic instruction and clinical practice based on AOTA Fellowship Program Learning Objectives (FPLOs) derived from the AOTA Standards for Continuing Competence.

Type Experience
Level Advanced
Time Months

Skills

Advanced skills as an occupational therapist
Advanced understanding of the role and treatment interventions provided by occupational therapists
Overall expertise in identified area of practice
Understanding of the condition and associated impact on performance

Earning Criteria

Interested occupational therapists should visit the fellowship directory to locate fellowship programs approved by AOTA. Applications to become a fellow at any of the programs must be made directly to the sponsoring institution and not to AOTA.