Florida Occupational Therapy Laws and Rules

Objectives: Describe the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy. Discuss the factors for safe delegation to unlicensed assistive personnel. Demonstrate knowledge of the requirements for use of prescription devices. Explain the requirements for renewing an occupational therapy license in Florida. Discuss Florida occupational therapy law grounds for discipline and penalties. Describe criminal and civil legal issues related to occupational therapy practice. Summarize the elements of the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics.

Description: REQUIRED FOR OT/OTA: This course fulfills the requirement for 2 hours on the laws and rules governing the practice of occupational therapy in Florida; includes licensing requirements, discipline, penalties, ethical and legal issues, use of prescription devices. Approved by the FL Board of Occupational Therapy and CE Broker.