Graduation Rates
The total number of graduates from the University of New England Master of Occupational Therapy program during the 4-year period of 2019-2022 was 205, with an overall graduation rate of 96%.
| Class of | Number entering/graduation class | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 55/54 | 98% |
| 2022 | 54/52 | 96% |
| 2021 | 53/51 | 96% |
| 2020 | 52/51 | 98% |
| Total | 214/208 | 97% |
UNE OT NBCOT Pass Rates
| Class of | Percent who passed the first year* |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 98% |
| 2022 | 96% |
| 2021 | 100% |
| 2020 | 100% |
| Total | 98.5% |
*Includes multiple attempts
Program results from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) can be found online: NBCOT Program Performance Data.
NBCOT Exam Registration
If you are interested in occupational therapy as a career, we encourage you to visit the Early Determination Character Review program at the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT).
If you have questions or would like additional information about the character review program, please contact:
Regulatory Affairs Department
NBCOT, Inc.
One Bank Street, Suite 300
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878
Phone: 301-990-7979
Email: info@nbcot.org
Website: www.nbcot.org
Upon earning your M.S. in Occupational Therapy, you must take the National Occupational Therapy Certification Exam offered by the NBCOT to become a practicing occupational therapist.
Application for the NBCOT National Certification Examination
The National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification examination is offered to graduates via computer and is scheduled “on-demand” at various testing centers across the USA. It is the student's responsibility to apply for the exam in a timely manner and to notify the testing service if he/she does not receive information. The student is responsible for all fees and required documentation. Students are required to submit official college transcripts for application to the exam.
Felony convictions, professional licensure revocation and/or other convictions of negligence, malpractice, recklessness or willful or intentional misconduct may affect a candidate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT national certification exam. Refer to the NBCOT website to determine eligibility.
Some states allow practitioners to be employed prior to taking the examination. In this case all official documentation is co-signed by a registered occupational therapist for legal and reimbursement purposes.
Application for State Licensure
Occupational therapy practitioners must apply for licensure to practice in a given state. State Licensure Board’s vary in their requirements but most require certification examination results and professional references. It is the student's responsibility to investigate the specific requirements of the state. If reference letters must accompany licensure application, the student should discuss this with individual faculty members. Felony convictions, professional licensure revocation and/or other convictions of negligence, malpractice, recklessness or willful or intentional misconduct may affect a candidate’s ability to obtain state licensure. In some states a temporary license can be granted if the student is working pending the results of the certification examination.