Licensed occupational therapist must earn a minimum of 24 contact hours in the two (2) year licensure period. Licensed occupational therapy assistants must earn a minimum of 18 contact hours in the two (2) year licensure period. If your licenses was issued for a period more or less than two (2) years, you will be required to complete a prorated number of contact hours. You may view the specific number of continuing education contact hours needed for your renewal in your online account.
Continuing Education requirements are regulated through Minnesota Statutes §148.6443. There is no authority or process for pre-approval of continuing education courses or course work. Sponsors of continuing education and occupational therapy practitioners are responsible for following the requirements of Minnesota Statute §148.6443 Continuing Education Requirements.