Verified October 8, 2026 against the practice act, board rules and sources cited below. The board decides every application. All states
What OTs miss in Nevada
- Nevada is not in the OT Compact, yet it offers a reciprocity license to OTs and OTAs licensed in compact member states.
- Nevada requires current NBCOT certification to hold a license, not just a passed exam.
- A license converted from a temporary license expires two years from the temporary license's issue date.
Can I practice in Nevada on an OT Compact privilege?
Nevada is not an OT Compact member, so practicing here takes a Nevada license.
- Not a compact member
Can an OT licensed in another state get a Nevada license by endorsement?
OTs with a valid, unrestricted license in any state or DC can apply for an expedited license by endorsement, and the board must respond within 15 business days. A separate reciprocity license covers OTs and OTAs licensed in any OT Compact member state. Every route still requires current NBCOT certification and the Nevada jurisprudence exam.
- Endorsement route available
Citation: NRS 640A.165; NRS 640A.166; NRS 640A.168; NAC 640A.041
Which exams does Nevada require for a license?
A standard license requires a passing score on the Nevada Occupational Therapy Jurisprudence Examination and current NBCOT certification as an OTR or COTA. Nevada also asks for proof of every license held now or within the last five years.
- NBCOT exam
- State jurisprudence exam
Does Nevada offer a temporary or limited OT license?
An OT or OTA in good standing in another state who meets the licensing qualifications can get a temporary license. It lasts six months, can be renewed once, and converts to a standard license after the jurisprudence exam. OTAs must show employment and supervision to convert.
- Temporary or limited license available
Citation: NRS 640A.170; NAC 640A.062
What OTAs need to know in Nevada
OTAs need a primary supervisor on file for each employer and must report a new employer or supervisor within 30 days. The treating OT must observe or communicate with the OTA at least one hour per 40 hours worked, and never less than one hour a month.
How often does a Nevada OT license renew?
A standard license expires two years after it is issued. Licensees need 24 CE hours per two-year cycle and may carry over up to 10. Someone licensed within 12 months of graduating needs 12 hours for the first renewal. Renewal applications more than 30 days late are refused.
- Renews every 2 years
- 24 CE hours per cycle
Licensing in Nevada?
For a license, we send your NBCOT score and verifications, file the application and carry the board correspondence. License by endorsement is $599 for an OT and $499 for an OTA.