Titles

PURPOSE: This rule establishes the required titles for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants licensed by the board and limited permit holders. (1) Individuals licensed in Missouri as occupational therapists must use one of the following titles: (A) OT/L; or (B) OTR/L. (2) Individuals licensed in Missouri as occupational therapy assistants must use one of the following titles: (A) OTA/L; or (B) COTA/L. (3) The above titles shall be reserved for individuals properly licensed by the board. (4) Individuals who hold a limited permit as an occupational therapist in Missouri must use the following title: (A) OT Limited Permit. (5) Individuals who hold a limited permit as an occupational therapy assistant in Missouri must use the following title: (A) OTA Limited Permit. AUTHORITY: section 324.065, RSMo Supp. 1997.* This rule originally filed as 4 CSR 205-3.070. Original rule filed Aug. 4, 1998, effective Dec. 30, 1998. Moved to 20 CSR 2205-3.070, effective Aug. 28, 2006. *Original authority: 324.065, RSMo 1997.