a) The Board shall:
1) adopt and enforce rules and laws necessary for licensing occupational therapy practitioners;
2) adopt and enforce rules for regulating the professional conduct of the practice of occupational therapy;
3) issue licenses to qualified individuals in accordance with sections 148.6401 to 148.6449;
4) assess and collect fees for the issuance and renewal of licenses;
5) educate the public about the requirements for licensing occupational therapy practitioners, educate occupational therapy practitioners about the rules of conduct, and enable the public to file complaints against applicants and licensees who may have violated sections 148.6401 to 148.6499; and
6) investigate individuals engaging in practices that violate sections 148.6401 to 148.6449 and take necessary disciplinary, corrective, or other action according to section 148.6448 and chapter 214.
ACTIVITY SUMMARY
The Minnesota Board of Occupational Therapy Practice was created by legislative action in 2017 and became effective January 1, 2018.
The Board ensures effective and efficient processes for all aspects of licensure and enforcement of the Occupational Therapy Practice Act. The next biennium will bring activation and participation in the Occupational Therapy Interstate Compact Commission. Issuance of Compact Privileges is not expected until late 2025 at the earliest.
All activities are to support the Board's mission:
to protect the public through effective licensure and enforcement of the statutes and rules governing the practice of occupational therapy to ensure a reasonable standard of competent and ethical practice.