Wyoming Administrative Code Agency 083 - Occupational Therapy Board
The Wyoming Administrative Code – Agency 083: Board of Occupational Therapy governs the practice of occupational therapy in Wyoming. The agency's rules are codified under Chapter 1: General Provisions, which outlines the Board's authority, purpose, and definitions.
📘 Overview of Agency 083 Rules
Chapter 1: General Provisions
Authority: The Board operates under the Wyoming Occupational Therapy Practice Act (W.S. 33-40-101 et seq.).
Purpose: To regulate the qualifications and standards of practice for Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) in Wyoming.
Definitions: Key terms include:
OTR: Occupational Therapist, Registered.
COTA: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
NBCOT: National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
AOTA: American Occupational Therapy Association.
Client: An individual receiving occupational therapy services.
Supervision Levels: Defines close, general, and routine supervision for OTAs.
Continuing Education: Outlines requirements for license renewal and professional development.(wyoleg.gov, wyoleg.gov, wyoleg.gov)
⚖️ Recent Rule Amendments
In 2018, the Board adopted amendments to its rules to:(wyoleg.gov)
Comply with statutory changes from the 2016 legislative session (Senate Enrolled Act No. 60).
Streamline and reduce rules in accordance with Governor Mead’s directive.
Clarify standards of practice and licensing requirements.(wyoleg.gov)
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