Board Certification in Pediatrics (BCP)

Issued by American Occupational Therapy Association

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

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Earning Criteria

Certified or licensed by and in good standing with an AOTA-recognized credentialing or regulatory body
Have a minimum of 3 years of experience as an occupational therapist
Have a minimum of 3,000 hours of experience in pediatrics within the last 5 years
Have a minimum of 500 hours of experience delivering occupational therapy services to pediatric clients within the last 5 years
Pass the comprehensive Board Certification in Pediatrics examination
To maintain BCP, certificants must meet continuing professional development requirements and apply for recertification every five years.
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who earned the BCP credential prior to 2021 achieved it through a legacy portfolio-based process that has since been replaced by an exam-based process.