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this siteHome Professionals Applications Forms Renewal Information Compact Public Complaint Process License Lookup Discipline Public Records Board Information Board Members Board Meetings Board Statistics Rules & Statutes Contact Us Home Professionals Applications Forms Renewal Information Compact Public Complaint Process License Lookup Discipline Public Records Board Information Board Members Board Meetings Board Statistics Rules & Statutes Contact Us More Home Professionals Applications Forms Renewal Information Compact Public Complaint Process License Lookup Discipline Public Records Board Information Board Members Board Meetings Board Statistics Rules & Statutes Contact Us Board of Important Updates Upcoming Meeting - The next meeting will be May 13 at 12:00 p.m. with the Mental Health Board. The meeting will be held virtually. More information on the meeting can be found on the Board Meeting page. Licensure Compact - The Wyoming Board is a member of the Counseling Compact. To learn more, go to the Compact page. Public Information License Lookup File a Complaint Disciplinary Actions Public Record Requests Occupational Therapists and Assistants Applications Other Forms Renewal Compact Board Information Laws & Rules Board Meetings & Minutes Board Members Board Statistics The Wyoming Board of is staffed through the Professional Licensing Boards Office, a division of A&I. Mission Statement The mission of the Wyoming Board of is to develop, impose and enforce standards which must be met by individuals in order to receive a license as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant to insure public protection; receive, investigate, and take appropriate action with respect to complaints; and promulgation of rules and regulations. Occupational therapy is skilled treatment that helps individuals achieve independence in all facets of their lives. Occupational therapy gives people the "skills for the job of living" that are needed for independent and satisfying lives. Services typically include: Customized treatment programs aimed at improving abilities to carry out the activities of daily living Comprehensive evaluation of home and job environments and recommendations on necessary adaptation Assessments and treatment for performance skills Recommendations and training in the use of adaptive equipment Guidance to family members and caregivers Occupational therapy practitioners are skilled professionals whose education includes the study of human growth and development with specific emphasis on the social, emotional, and physiological ffects of illness and injury. The occupational therapist enters the field with a masters, or doctoral degree. The occupational therapy assistant generally earns an associate degree. Practitioners must complete supervised clinical internships in a variety of health care settings, and pass a national examination. Living in Wyoming University of Wyoming Wyoming Community College Commission Wyoming Community Development Wyoming Department of Education Wyoming Department of Health Visiting Wyoming Department of Transportation Game and Fish State Parks and Cultural Resources Travel and Tourism Working in Wyoming Jobs in Wyoming Wyoming Business Council Department of Workforce Services Wyoming State Jobs Related Links T he American Association (AOTA) National Board of (NBCOT) Wyoming Association Wyo.Gov | Citizen | Business | Government | Privacy | Visitor Report abuse Report...