AFTER THE EXAM: WHAT SHOULD YOU KNOW?

• Examination Scoring Schedule
• Scoring
• Score Reports and Certificates

Candidates with a Passing Score will receive by mail a congratulatory letter that includes the total scaled score on the examination and an official NBCOT certificate and wallet card verifying OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST REGISTERED OTR® or CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT COTA® certification.  Individuals achieving initial certification will receive the Credentials Essentials Toolkit.

Candidates with a Failing Score will receive a score report that includes the total scaled score, along with performance information for each domain area of the examination. The information on the domain areas is provided for diagnostic purposes only.  Candidates with a failing score may choose to re-take the examination.  The score report will include information about how to register for another examination date.

Please note: Candidates who hold a state-issued limited or temporary permit(s) or licenses(s) which allows them to practice are advised to immediately contact the regulatory agency to determine whether their limited or temporary permit/license remains valid.

• Administrative or Technical Complaints, Examination Results Appeals
• Cancellation, Rescheduling, Late Arrival or No Show for Scheduled Examination