The North Carolina Occupational Therapy Association
Advocating for practitioners, policy, and the people we serve.
NCOTA is the professional home for OT practitioners, students, and supporters across NC.
We work to protect, promote, and advance occupational therapy so practitioners can do what they do best—support participation, health, and independence for people across the lifespan.
Occupational Therapy is Strong in NC – and Growing
NCOTA connects practitioners, students, and programs across the state to strengthen advocacy, expand professional opportunities, and support the future of occupational therapy in North Carolina.
Supporting the next generation of occupational therapy practitioners through partnerships with OT and OTA programs across North Carolina.
Representing thousands of OTs and OTAs working in communities across our state.
Members powering statewide advocacy, professional connection, and the future of occupational therapy in North Carolina.
Why Join NCOTA?
Supporting You at Every Stage of Your Journey
Receive timely updates about legislation, reimbursement changes, and issues affecting occupational therapy in North Carolina.
NCOTA monitors policy developments so you don’t have to. From Medicaid updates to licensure issues and emerging legislative priorities, members receive reliable information they can trust—without the guesswork or rumor mill.
Your membership ensures practitioners have access to accurate, timely updates they can trust.
Connect with practitioners across settings through special interest sections, events, and leadership opportunities.
Each year, hundreds of practitioners and students gather at the NCOTA Fall Conference to earn CEU credits, exchange ideas, and explore new opportunities across practice areas.
Whether you’ve practiced in North Carolina for years or are new to the state, NCOTA events help you build meaningful professional relationships that strengthen your support network and your career.
Your membership strengthens connections across our profession.
Access mentorship, scholarships, continuing education opportunities, and volunteer pathways that support your professional development.
NCOTA offers multiple ways to get involved through committees, task forces, and board leadership roles. Practitioners at every experience level are welcome.
We are especially proud to support future leaders through dedicated OT and OTA student positions on the NCOTA Board—ensuring student voices help shape the profession’s future in North Carolina.
Your membership creates leadership opportunities, scholarships, and professional development pathways for practitioners and students across North Carolina.
NCOTA represents occupational therapy practitioners at the state level—protecting reimbursement, supporting licensure, and advancing policies that improve access to care.
NCOTA works with a professional lobbyist to represent occupational therapy in Raleigh and ensure our profession has a seat at the table when decisions are made.
Your membership ensures OT has a strong voice in policy decisions.
Your State Association for Occupational Therapy
The North Carolina Occupational Therapy Association (NCOTA) is the leading professional organization supporting occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and students across our state.
Since 1957, NCOTA has worked to advance occupational therapy through advocacy, education, leadership development, and community engagement—ensuring practitioners can deliver high-quality services and clients can access the care they need.
Advocacy that Protects and Strengthens OT in North Carolina
Advocacy is at the core of NCOTA’s mission.
We work directly with legislators, state agencies, and partners to support:
- Medicaid coverage and reimbursement
- School-based occupational therapy services
- Commercial insurance access
- Workforce sustainability and licensure protections
Your membership strengthens our ability to represent occupational therapy where decisions are made.
