do an occupational assistant need a license
Most states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico require occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to be licensed (a few states have certification or registration by a state agency).States have similar, but not identical requirements and procedures for obtaining a license.pply for a license and pay a fee for each state/jurisdiction in which you wish to practice or hold a license. Many, but not all states allow practitioners to practice on a temporary license or limited permit while waiting to take or receive the results of the certification exam.