
NBCOT Self-Assessment
Free tool to identify your knowledge, skills, and experience in entry-level OT practice.
Free Tool for OT and OTA Students
Why Use a Self-Assessment
Entry-Level Self-Assessment for OTR
Use this self-assessment if you are an OT student in an MOT or OTD program. If you are planning to take the exam in 2024 or later, use the 2024 self-assessment.
Entry-Level Self-Assessment for COTA
Use this self-assessment if you are an OTA student in an associate or a bachelor's program. If you are planning to take the exam in 2024 or later, use the 2024 self-assessment.
Self-Assessment Questions Answered
No. They are available to you until you pass the exam.
To help identify gaps in your knowledge to build a study plan that reflects your current needs.
The current self-assessment is based on the 2018 exam outline and is for students testing in 2023. The new 2024 self-assessment is based on the 2022 exam outline and is for students testing in 2024 and onward.

“ Take a self-assessment first to see where you have strengths and weaknesses”
*This is one of many study tools to prepare for the exam. Using this resource alone or with other resources does not guarantee a passing score on the certification examination