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Florida OT Rules and Regulations
by Expert Reviewer: Margaret (Peggy) Prince Wittman, BSOT, MS, EdD; Expert Reviewer: Sherry Muir, BS, MOT; Instructor: Jennifer Walsh, OTR/L, BSOT; Instructor: Kathleen Bastedo, MEd, OTR/L; Staff Writer: Laurel Koss, MS, OTR/L
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Course Overview
Every clinician in the healthcare industry has specific standards and licensing requirements that must be met in order for them to practice in their discipline. All practicing occupational therapists (OT) and occupational therapy assistants (OTA), must ensure that they keep their professional license updated and in good standing by meeting the requirements and regulations of the state in which they live and work. In fact, you are probably taking this course to meet your Board’s requirement for continuing education credits. In order to practice occupational therapy in the State of Florida, an OT or OTA must be licensed by the State Department of Health, with renewal every 2 years. The Florida Board of Occupational Therapy Practice was established under the Florida Department of Health to assure the highest degree of professional conduct on the part of occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants. The Board of Occupational Therapy is responsible for the licensure and regulation of occupational therapists and assistants to ensure the availability of high-quality occupational therapy services to the people of Florida (FL OT Board, 2019). The purpose of this course is to review the laws and rules governing the profession of occupational therapy in the State of Florida.
About the Course Author
Peggy Prince Wittman, EdD, OT/L, FAOTA is a Professor of Occupational Therapy at Eastern Kentucky University where she teaches in the undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs. Her clinical and research background has been in mental health OT and autism and she has published and presented extensively. Margaret (Peggy) Prince Wittman, BSOT, MS, EdD has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
Sherry Muir, BS, MOT has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
Laurel Koss MS, OTR/L, attended the University of Pittsburgh and completed her Occupational Therapy degree from Duquesne University. With over 21 years in clinical occupational therapy settings, Laurel has experience in skilled nursing facilities, outpatient orthopedic and neurology, long term care, rehab, and acute care. She also has extensive training and experience in upper extremity amputee care, orthotics and prosthetics, and research and development. Laurel has been an adjunct professor for Saint Petersburg College and Nova Southeastern University, Tampa campus and is currently the lead occupational therapy writer for the Rehab team with Relias. Laurel Koss, MS, OTR/L has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
Jennifer Walsh, OTR/L, BSOT, has a BS in occupational therapy and a BS in psychology from Worcester State College in Massachusetts. Walsh is a lead occupational therapist for Orange County Public Schools in Orlando, Fla. Jennifer Walsh, OTR/L, BSOT has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
Kathleen Bastedo, MEd, OTR/L, is an instructional designer in the University of Central Florida's Center for Distributed Learning. Kathleen Bastedo, MEd, OTR/L has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
Sherry Muir, BS, MOT has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
Laurel Koss MS, OTR/L, attended the University of Pittsburgh and completed her Occupational Therapy degree from Duquesne University. With over 21 years in clinical occupational therapy settings, Laurel has experience in skilled nursing facilities, outpatient orthopedic and neurology, long term care, rehab, and acute care. She also has extensive training and experience in upper extremity amputee care, orthotics and prosthetics, and research and development. Laurel has been an adjunct professor for Saint Petersburg College and Nova Southeastern University, Tampa campus and is currently the lead occupational therapy writer for the Rehab team with Relias. Laurel Koss, MS, OTR/L has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
Jennifer Walsh, OTR/L, BSOT, has a BS in occupational therapy and a BS in psychology from Worcester State College in Massachusetts. Walsh is a lead occupational therapist for Orange County Public Schools in Orlando, Fla. Jennifer Walsh, OTR/L, BSOT has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
Kathleen Bastedo, MEd, OTR/L, is an instructional designer in the University of Central Florida's Center for Distributed Learning. Kathleen Bastedo, MEd, OTR/L has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
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American Occupational Therapy Association
2.00HOURS
Relias LLC is an approved provider of continuing education courses by the American Occupational Therapy Association. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. Category: Category 3. This activity is approved for 2.0 contact hours. -
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
2.00HOURS
This course has been approved by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy for 2.0 contact hours, approval number 20-675715.
Course Details
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Course Code:
REL-ACU-0-OT22 -
Hours:
2.00 -
Type:
Online Course -
Release Date:
2019-05-01 -
Expiration Date:
2023-03-31 -
Learning Objectives:
Describe three acts that may result in the denial of licensure or refusal to renew license and the penalties associated with them. ; Explain the Florida Bill of Rights and Responsibilities.\n; Explain the structure and legislation over the Board of Occupational Therapy.\n; Identify general provisions for care for all healthcare providers in the state of Florida.; Identify the distinction between acceptable and unacceptable delegation of responsibilities to occupational therapy aides in the state of Florida.; List the requirements for occupational therapy licensure in the state of FL.\n; List three rules governing the use of prescription devices.\n -
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Laws and Rules
Introduction
Florida Government and Law
Legislature and Occupational Therapy
The Board of Occupational Therapy Practice
The Board of Occupational Therapy Practice Structure
Distinction between Laws and Rules
Review
Summary
Section 3: Section 3: Laws Governing Health Care Practice
Introduction
Overview of the General Provisions
Florida Bill of Rights and Responsibilities
Review
Summary
Section 4: Laws Governing the Practice of Occupational Therapy
Introduction
Statutes Included in the Practice Act
Definitions
Licensure Requirements for Occupational Therapy
2019 Florida Statutes: Requirements for Licensure
Necessity of Licensure
Field Experience Requirements
Exception for Field Service Requirement
Examination Requirements
Exception for Examination Requirement
Temporary Permits
Applying for Licensure
Use of Licensure
Reactivating an Inactive License
Review
Summary
Section 5: Rules Governing the Practice of Occupational Therapy
Introduction
Exceptions Regarding Examination
Fees
Required Passing Grade
Mandatory HIV/AIDS Education
Mandatory Medical Error Prevention Education
Mandatory Continuing Education Requirements
Additional Methods for Earning CE Credits
Review
Summary
Section 6: Refusal or Loss of a License
Introduction
Unlawful Attempts to Obtain License
Disciplinary Actions of Other Boards
Legal Actions
Improper Advertising
Misrepresentation of Oneself
Failure to Report Violations
Working with Unlicensed Therapists
Omission of Statues or Legal Obligations
Knowingly Providing False or Inaccurate Evidence
Deceptive Business Schemes
Violations of the Patient -Therapist Relationship
Misrepresenting Realistic Goals of Occupational Therapy
Improper Solicitation of Patients
Incomplete Records
Exploitation of Patients for Financial Gain
Practicing without Consent
Malpractice
Misuse of Experimental Practices
Exceeding the Bounds of Acceptable Practice
Mental or Physical Conditions that Prevent Safe Practice
Delegation to Inappropriate Individuals
Noncompliance of Board Order or Subpoena
Conspiring to Violate Provisions
Violation of Provisions
The Board’s Authority Regarding Violations
Determination of Violations
Special Considerations
Exemptions
Relation to other Healthcare Practices
Review
Summary
Section 7: Rules Governing Use of Prescription Devices
Introduction
Electrical Stimulation Devices Defined
Ultrasound Devices Defined
Requirement Training and Supervision Time
Acceptable Sources of Instruction
Required Competency Level
Participation in Prescriptive Device Training
Review
Summary
Section 8: Acceptable Responsibilities of Occupational Therapy Aides
Introduction
Occupational Therapy Aides
Allowable Practices
Restrictions
Review
Summary
Section 9: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
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Course Delivery Method and Format:
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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Disclosures:
Expert Reviewers, Instructors, and Staff Writers disclosures will be listed above after the individuals' biographical paragraph. All other members involved within the planning of this educational activity have declared no conflict of interest exists when planning and developing this course.