Updates requirements for licensure in occupational therapy.
Approved P.L.2026, c.65.
Summary
The bill updates definitions and continuing‑education requirements for occupational therapists, assistants, and temporary licensees, and establishes a seven‑member Occupational Therapy Advisory Council to guide the licensing division. It affects all licensed OT professionals in New Jersey and adds a requirement to document ongoing professional development. The changes aim to ensure safe, ethical practice and address emerging service areas, including LGBTQIA+ health.
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