- Type Certification
- Level Advanced
Board Certification in Pediatrics (BCP)
Earners of this certification have demonstrated specialized knowledge, critical thinking, and practice experience in the area of pediatric occupational therapy. Using an exam-based process, advanced certification provides an objective method to distinguish therapists with knowledge of current, evidence-based practice and commitment to continuing professional development in a specific area of practice.
- Type Certification
- Level Advanced
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Certified or licensed by and in good standing with an AOTA-recognized credentialing or regulatory body
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Have a minimum of 3 years of experience as an occupational therapist
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Have a minimum of 3,000 hours of experience in pediatrics within the last 5 years
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Have a minimum of 500 hours of experience delivering occupational therapy services to pediatric clients within the last 5 years
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Note: Certificants who earned the BCP credential prior to 2021 achieved it through a legacy portfolio-based process that has since been replaced by an exam-based process.