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ELI (Enforcement – Licensure – Information) is MQA’s new artificial intelligence system that will be transforming the customer service MQA provides by enabling the workforce to […]
April 28, 2025
Click on the appropriate tab below to see the Initial Requirements, Process, Fees, Statutes and Administrative Rules to become a Board of Occupational Therapy Practice Approved CE Program Provider.
April 28, 2025
Fees Application Fee $250.00 (There are no additional fees for individual courses) Biennium Renewal Fee $250.00 Providers are responsible for the fee at the time an […]
April 28, 2025
CE program providers seeking initial licensure approval by the Board must: Apply online at: www.CEBroker.com by completing an initial provider application, and a CE course application, including documentation […]
April 28, 2025
The basic requirements for licensure as a CE Program Provider may be found in Rule Chapter 64B11-6.001, Florida Administrative Code, Continuing Education Program Approval. All courses […]
April 28, 2025
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA), is pleased to offer third parties an option to pay for an applicant’s licensure fees. […]
April 28, 2025
Click on the appropriate tab below to see the Initial Licensing Requirements, Process, Fees, Statutes and Administrative Rules for an Occupational Therapist.
April 28, 2025
The basic requirements for licensure may be found in Chapter 468, Part III, Florida Statutes and Rule Chapter 64B11, Florida Administrative Code, and are as follows: […]
April 28, 2025
NBCOT CERTIFIED APPLICANTS The following must apply using the State of Florida’s Application for Licensure as an OT or OTA by Examination. Applicants who hold a current or […]
April 28, 2025
Click on the appropriate tab below to see the Initial Licensing Requirements, Process, Fees, Statutes and Administrative Rules for an Occupational Therapist Assistant.
April 28, 2025
To be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in Florida through the MOBILE Endorsement pathway you must meet the following requirements in section 456.0145, Florida Statutes:
April 28, 2025
Click on the appropriate tab below to see the Renewal Requirements, Process, Fees and Continuing Education (CE) for Occupational Therapists & Assistants.
April 28, 2025
Current licenses expire at midnight, Eastern Time, on February 28, 2027. To ensure you receive your renewal notification from the department, your current mailing address must be […]
April 28, 2025
At least 90 days before your license expires, the department will mail you a renewal notification postcard to your last known mailing address of record. You […]
April 28, 2025
Certified check or money order should be made payable to the Florida Department of Health.If renewing BEFORE your license expires, your fees will be: Active to Active $60.00 […]
April 28, 2025
The basic requirements for licensure may be found in Chapter 468, Part III, Florida Statutes and Rule Chapter 64B11, Florida Administrative Code, and are as follows: […]
April 28, 2025
NEW GRADUATES NBCOT CERTIFIED APPLICANTS The following must apply using the State of Florida’s Application for Licensure as an OT or OTA by Examination. Applicants who hold […]
April 28, 2025
Licensure Fees Application Fee $100.00 (non-refundable) Initial License Fee $75.00 Unlicensed Activity Fee $5.00 Total Fee Due with Application: $180.00 Make checks or money orders payable […]
April 28, 2025
Click on the appropriate tab below to see the Initial Licensing Requirements, Process, Fees, Statutes and Administrative Rules for an Occupational Therapist.
April 28, 2025
To be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in Florida through the MOBILE Endorsement pathway you must meet the following requirements in section 456.0145, Florida Statutes:
April 28, 2025
April 28, 2025
Licensure Fees Application Fee $100.00 (non-refundable) Initial License Fee $75.00 Unlicensed Activity Fee $5.00 Total Fee Due with Application: $180.00 Make checks or money orders payable […]
April 28, 2025
Other Payer Information The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA), is pleased to offer employers, recruiters and schools of Occupational Therapist and/or […]
April 28, 2025
Click on the appropriate tab below to see the Initial Requirements, Process, Fees, Statutes and Administrative Rules to become a Board of Occupational Therapy Practice Approved CE Program Provider.
April 28, 2025
The basic requirements for licensure as a CE Program Provider may be found in Rule Chapter 64B11-6.001, Florida Administrative Code, Continuing Education Program Approval. All courses […]
April 28, 2025
CE program providers seeking initial licensure approval by the Board must: Apply online at: www.CEBroker.com by completing an initial provider application, and a CE course application, including documentation […]
April 28, 2025
Fees Application Fee $250.00 (There are no additional fees for individual courses) Biennium Renewal Fee $250.00 Providers are responsible for the fee at the time an […]
April 28, 2025
REQUIREMENTS The Occupational Therapy Doctoral (OTD) Capstone Experience exemption registration requirements will be published to Section 468.225(1)(e), Florida Statutes, Exemptions. Prior to publication, these requirements may […]
April 28, 2025
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Click on the appropriate tab below to see the Initial Licensing Requirements, Process, Fees, Statutes and Administrative Rules for an Occupational Therapist.
April 28, 2025
Chapter 468, Part III: Occupational TherapyChapter 456, Florida Statutes: Health Professions and Occupations: General ProvisionsChapter 120, Florida Statutes: Administrative Procedure Act Florida Administrative Code Rules: Chapter […]
April 28, 2025
To apply online visit MQA Services Portal to create an account or return to your account by clicking the button below.
April 28, 2025
Click on the appropriate tab below to see the Renewal Requirements, Process, Fees and Continuing Education (CE) for Occupational Therapists & Assistants.
April 28, 2025
Current licenses expire at midnight, Eastern Time, on February 28, 2027. To ensure you receive your renewal notification from the department, your current mailing address must be […]
April 28, 2025
At least 90 days before your license expires, the department will mail you a renewal notification postcard to your last known mailing address of record. You […]
April 28, 2025
Name changes require legal documentation showing the name change. Please submit a request including your full name as it appears on your license, profession, license number, […]
April 28, 2025
Certified check or money order should be made payable to the Florida Department of Health.If renewing BEFORE your license expires, your fees will be: Active to Active $60.00 […]
April 28, 2025
Click on Chapter or Section Number to View Florida Statutes Chapter 468, Part III: Occupational TherapyChapter 456, Florida Statutes: Health Professions and Occupations: General ProvisionsChapter 120, […]
April 28, 2025
The information provided is an overview only and licensees are encouraged to become familiar with the profession’s continuing education rules, Chapter 64B11-5.001 & Chapter 64B11-6.001, Florida Administrative Code, to […]
April 27, 2025
Occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants employed or seeking employment with a health care facility licensed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), are required […]
April 20, 2025
April 15, 2025
Click on the appropriate tab below to see the Initial Licensing Requirements, Process, Fees, Statutes and Administrative Rules for an Occupational Therapist.
April 15, 2025
Florida law provides that an initial application must be reviewed within 30 days. Below is the average number of days at which we are currently processing.
March 27, 2025
Effective July 1, 2012, Section 456.0635, Florida Statutes (F.S.), provides that health care boards or the department shall refuse to issue a license, certificate or registration […]
March 27, 2025
Criminal History documentation must include for each offense: court and arrest records, sentencing information, final disposition(s), and restitution records. Of most importance, must submit proof of completion of all […]
March 27, 2025
Disciplinary History documentation must include: documentation regarding discipline, employment or occupational therapy related charges, Board orders, disciplinary reports, court documents, arrest records, sentencing information, final disposition(s), […]
March 27, 2025
If a “Yes” response was provided to any of the questions in this section, provide the following documents directly to the board office at mqa.occupationaltherapy@flhealth.gov. A […]
August 2, 2024
E-licensing demonstrates the commitment of the Department to expedite
licensure and verification processes. Learn more by clicking here!
December 14, 2023
MQA Online Services will be unavailable from Friday, December 15, at 6:00 PM to December 17, at 12:00 PM EST.
November 15, 2023
MQA is planning to revamp the board websites. Please take the survey to give us your recommendations by clicking the survey icon below. Survey closing Friday, 2/2/2024 at 4:30 PM ET
November 1, 2023
An annual publication showcasing trends and information about Florida’s health care regulatory landscape.
August 1, 2023
The Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, is warning Florida health care practitioners about fraudulent emails that have been received by multiple licensees.
June 28, 2023
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2023 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
December 21, 2022
The Division of Medical Quality Assurance has announced the 2023 Annual Long-Range Planning meeting. Click here for more information.
November 7, 2022
On Monday, November 7, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a State of Emergency to prepare for Subtropical Storm Nicole.
October 31, 2022
The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2021-22 has been published. Click here for more information.
October 12, 2022
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is proud to highlight the Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program.
September 23, 2022
On Friday, September 23, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a State of Emergency to prepare for Hurricane Ian.
September 2, 2022
July 5, 2022
Please be aware of website server maintenance for MQA Websites beginning Friday, July 8th at 5:00PM EST. Click here for more information.
June 14, 2022
May 1, 2022
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2022 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
April 14, 2022
The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) is responding to an outbreak of meningococcal disease in some areas of Florida.
April 12, 2022
December 10, 2021
The Governor's Appointments Office is currently accepting applications for appointments to the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy.
December 8, 2021
November 30, 2021
November 1, 2021
The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2020-21
is now online.
is now online.
October 14, 2021
July 29, 2021
Click here to access data on recently licensed Health Care Practitioners and Facilities
June 29, 2021
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2021 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
June 9, 2021
April 1, 2021
State Surgeon General Scott A. Rivkees issued Emergency Order 21-001 granting licensure renewal extensions
March 4, 2021
January 5, 2021
ELI is the artificial intelligence system
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December 29, 2020
November 18, 2020
The Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is warning Florida health care practitioners about fraudulent calls that have been received by multiple licensees.
October 30, 2020
The Annual Report and Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Year 2019-2020
is now online.
is now online.
July 14, 2020
Please be aware of system downtime for DOHMQA beginning Friday July 24th 6:30PM(EST) until Monday July 27th 6:00AM(EST). Click here for more information.
July 2, 2020
Click here to view bill summaries from the 2020 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
March 20, 2020
As concerns related to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) continue, testing vendors are temporarily suspending operations to ensure the safety of testing candidates.
February 17, 2020
The Florida Department of Health (Department) is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to closely monitor the current outbreak of 2019 novel coronavirus.
December 16, 2019
The Quarterly Performance Report for the first quarter of the 2019-2020 fiscal year is now available online.
December 3, 2019
Florida, like other parts of the United States, is experiencing a Public Health Emergency as a result of Hepatitis A Virus (HAV). Click here for more information.
October 29, 2019
The Annual Report & Long-Range Plan for the 2018-2019 Fiscal Year is now available to view online.
September 25, 2019
Click here for more information regarding scam calls for license holders claiming to be with the Florida Board.
August 23, 2019
The Quarterly Performance Report for the fourth quarter of the 2018-2019 fiscal year is now available online.
July 10, 2019
Click here for new profession requirements and reporting procedures regarding Human Trafficking
July 1, 2019
Click here for information on the new law that sets standards of practice and authorizes out-of-state health care practitioners to perform telehealth services for patients in Florida.
June 14, 2019
The Quarterly Performance Report for the third quarter of the 2018-2019 fiscal year is now available online.
June 12, 2019
The Annual Long Range Planning meeting has been scheduled for Friday, October 18, 2019. Please click here for more information.
May 16, 2019
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2019 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
January 22, 2019
We are currently experiencing a temporary delay in printing and mailing the hard copy of your license. Please click here for more information.
December 20, 2018
Please click here for more information regarding extended license expiration deadlines for Occupational Therapist and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
November 1, 2018
The Annual Report & Long-Range Plan for the 2017-2018 Fiscal Year is now available to view online.
October 1, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the fourth quarter of the 2017-2018 fiscal year is now available online.
June 8, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the third quarter of the 2017-2018 fiscal year is now available online.
April 17, 2018
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2018 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
April 15, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the first quarter of the 2017-2018 fiscal year is now available online.
March 14, 2018
The Quarterly Performance Report for the fourth quarter of the 2016-2017 fiscal year is now available online.
January 29, 2018
The Drug Enforcement Administration is warning the public about criminals posing as DEA Special Agents or other law enforcement personnel as part of an international extortion scheme.
January 10, 2018
The Annual Long Range Planning meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, April 23, 2018. Please click here for more information.
November 3, 2017
Chronic Disease Prevention: A Public Health Perspective. Please click for details on how to register for this webinar.
October 30, 2017
The Board of Occupational Therapy has important updates for applicants from Puerto Rico who are seeking expedited licensure and work authorization in the state of Florida.
September 13, 2017
Due to impacts from Hurricane Irma, Governor Scott has issued an executive order regarding the state of Florida
August 2, 2017
The QPR contains revenue, expenditure and performance measure information from the Department of Health.
July 20, 2017
Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2017 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.
July 18, 2017
The use of telehealth technology by Florida licensed healthcare practitioners for the purpose of providing patient care within the state of Florida is not precluded by Florida law.
October 5, 2016
Due to impacts from Hurricane Matthew, Governor Scott has issued an executive order regarding the state of Florida
September 9, 2016
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) announces the following meetings:
July 19, 2016
The Complaint Portal is a way for consumers to find the correct agency to submit health care complaints in an electronic and secure format.
July 19, 2016
Learn how to add your license to your Online Services Portal account or report your continuing education/continuing medical education (CE/CME) requirements.
July 12, 2016
During the 2016 Legislative Session, HB 221 passed and was signed into law on April 14, 2016, as Chapter 2016-222, Laws of Florida. The bill prohibits […]
June 17, 2016
As we mourn the tragic events that occurred in Orlando over the weekend, the Division of Medical Quality Assurance joins friends and colleagues in Central Florida […]
June 9, 2016
During the 2016 Legislative Session, HB 1175 passed and became law on April 14, 2016, as Chapter 2016-234, Laws of Florida. Starting July 1, 2016, health […]
February 26, 2016
Recognize when every-day stressors lead to burnout or depression. Learn more about self-care strategies and how to get help by clicking here.
February 26, 2016
We have updated our online services portal to give you more control to manage your license from your own user account.
February 25, 2016
Services will be unavailable on Saturday, March 5, 2016 from 9 AM to 4 PM Eastern Standard Time for system upgrades.
February 25, 2016
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance is excited to announce the launch of the new and improved MQA Search Services Portal.
February 24, 2016
The Department of Health’s Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) remains committed to developing and implementing strategies to better serve health care practitioners, license applicants and […]
February 24, 2016
We have updated our online services portal to give you more control to manage your license from your own user account.
February 15, 2016
Not knowing does not alleviate accountability. Become familiar with the Grounds for Discipline found in Section 456.072(1), Florida Statutes (F.S.), and possible disciplinary actions...
January 11, 2016
Adults are encouraged to discuss their health screenings and immunization schedule with their health care professionals
June 10, 2015
The Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance announces its annual Board Chairs, Vice Chairs and Associations' meeting.
May 28, 2015
The Department of Health’s Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) remains committed to developing and implementing strategies to better serve health care practitioners, license applicants and […]
February 27, 2015
Measles is a highly contagious disease, transmitted by respiratory aerosols when an infected person coughs or sneezes...
February 9, 2015
Roughly 86 million American adults have prediabetes and 9 out of 10 people with prediabetes don't know they have it.
January 14, 2015
The Department encourages you to log in to the tracking system before applying for renewal to ensure your information is complete and accurate.
December 29, 2014
Healthy Promise is a campaign sponsored by the Florida Department of Health to encourage people in Florida to make more informed choices about healthy eating and active living this year.
November 10, 2014
The Florida Department of Health honors and supports veterans, members of the military and their families on Veterans Day.
October 17, 2014
The state of Florida is prepared to identify and treat patients who may have Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)
October 1, 2014
Do you need to know how to change your name or address on your license? Where to find Online Services to login in to your licensure account?
April 4, 2014
The Department of Health has partnered with certain CE/CME providers using this seal to eliminate the need for licensees to self-report course completion.
December 12, 2013
Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants work in a variety of settings. It is important to know where, as a licensed practitioner, you may find the resources ...
December 6, 2013
The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is aware that documents purportedly originating from DOH requesting information of a sensitive nature have been received by members of the public. […]
November 5, 2013
The Florida Board of Occupational Therapy Practice approved rule revisions regarding the training for Electrical Stimulation Device and Ultrasound Device...
May 31, 2013
The Florida Board of Occupational Therapy plays a leading role in the State’s ever-changing health care environment. This is accomplished through...
May 31, 2013
The Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, will now review your continuing education records in the electronic tracking system...