NBCOT Policy Update

EFFECTIVE OCTOBER, 2012

Previously, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) was required to complete the Occupational Therapist Eligibility Determination (OTED). Effective October, 2012, the TOEFL will no longer be required to complete the OTED process.

What does this mean for me? This means that if you have not yet taken the TOEFL or have not passed the TOEFL, it will no longer be required to obtain your OTED determination.

Is the TOEFL still required for VCVC? Those applicant’s who are in the process of, or who are planning on applying for the Visa Credential Verification Certificate (VCVC),  will still be required to submit a passing TOEFL score. The minimum passing score for the TOEFL is defined as 89 for the Internet-Based Test, and 26 for the Speaking portion of the test.

Required Documentation for OTED:

• OTED Application

• Determination of Master’s Comparability Content Evaluation Form

• Official University Course Descriptions

• Official University Course Syllabi

• Research Project, Paper, or Thesis

• Official Final Transcript

• Verification of Academic Credential Form

• Program Director’s Form

• Verification of OT License, Registration, Certification or Other Form of Official Government Recognition Request Form

Required Documentation for VCVC:

• VCVC Application

• Official Final Transcript

• Program Director’s Form

• Verification of OT License, Registration, Certification or Other Form of Official Government Recognition Request Form

• Passing TOEFL Score

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