Practice Center

Your Go-To Resource for Occupational Therapy in Connecticut

Stay informed and empowered with ConnOTA’s Practice Center—your comprehensive hub for essential resources across all occupational therapy practice areas in Connecticut. Whether you work in schools, hospitals, home health, or emerging practice settings, you'll find the guidance, tools, and state-specific information you need. With dedicated content for school occupational therapy practitioners alongside resources for the broader occupational therapy community, we’re here to support you at every stage of your career.

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Mental Health Practice Resource -- Explore a new tool designed to support your everyday practice through an advocacy lens—perfect for practitioners navigating mental and behavioral health care. 
School Practice Resources -- Check out our updated draft guidelines and curated tools to support school OT practice with confidence and clarity.

Practicing Occupational Therapy in Connecticut

For occupational therapy practitioners, supervisors, and future professionals, staying informed about licensing requirements, continuing education, and key regulations is essential for compliance and delivering high-quality care. 

Licensing & Certification

Ensure compliance with state & national requirements. 

Connecticut Occupational Therapy Licensing Requirements - Learn about initial licensure, renewal processes, and required documentation for OTs and OTAs practicing in Connecticut.

CT Licensure Verification – Easily check the licensure status of occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants in Connecticut through the Department of Public Health (DPH).

NBCOT Certification Verification – Confirm the certification status of occupational therapists (i.e., OTRs) and occupational therapy assistants (i.e., COTAs) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Regulations & Requirements

Stay up to date with Connecticut laws & policies. 

Connecticut Occupational Therapy Practice Act – Review the laws and regulations that govern occupational therapy in Connecticut, including licensure renewal requirements and professional standards. 

Connecticut Occupational Therapy Continuing Education - Explore the continuing competence activities that fulfill Connecticut's renewal requirements, including mandatory training on mental health screening and suicide prevention. 

Reimbursement & Billing

Access key resources for Medicaid, Medicare, & insurance policies. 

CT Medicaid Provider Portal – Access resources for provider enrollment, claims submission, and reimbursement policies relevant to occupational therapy services.

Medicare Guidelines for Therapy (Section 220) – Understand federal regulations on coverage, documentation, and billing requirements for therapy services under Medicare.

Jimmo Settlement Guidelines – Gain clarity on Medicare coverage for skilled therapy services, including maintenance therapy for individuals with chronic conditions.

Occupational Therapy in Mental & Behavioral Health 

Occupational therapy practitioners support mental and behavioral well-being through meaningful, function-based care. We help individuals develop routines, regulate emotions, strengthen social connections, and safely participate in daily life roles. This section introduces ConnOTA’s mental and behavioral health practice guide, a resource designed to support both high-quality clinical practice and effective systems-level advocacy.

ConnOTA Mental & Behavioral Health Resource Guide (draft) -- This guide equips occupational therapy practitioners with tools to strengthen clinical practice and advance advocacy across mental and behavioral health settings. It offers practical strategies, billing guidance, and systems-level insights to support recognition, access, and equitable reimbursement in Connecticut.

Occupational Therapy in Connecticut Schools

School occupational therapy practitioners support students’ academic achievement and social participation through the engagement in meaningful and important occupations. In school settings, occupations are those activities that occupy a student’s day including learning, participating in school activities, and preparing for adulthood. Explore this section for resources about occupational therapy in Connecticut schools.

Practice Resources

Guidelines for Occupational Therapy in Connecticut Schools (2025 draft updates) – This updated resource provides comprehensive guidance on delivering occupational therapy services in Connecticut schools. The 2025 draft revisions enhance the original 2017 document ensuring that school occupational therapy practices reflect current standards and best practices. We welcome all feedback and suggestions on this draft.

AOTA Occupational Profile Template – This tool from the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) provides a structured approach for gathering essential information about individuals' needs, goals, and challenges. It supports occupational therapy practitioners in developing client-centered intervention plans that consider personal, educational, and environmental factors.

School OT Superhero Poster – This poster celebrates Occupational Therapy Month, highlighting how school occupational therapy practitioners break down barriers and promote inclusion. The message emphasizes the profession’s commitment to helping all students engage in meaningful occupations for a better tomorrow.

Sensory Room Essentials – This information sheet offers evidence-based insights into creating an effective sensory room that truly supports students with sensory processing needs.