CR 22-027 Rule Text

Summary of public comments received on statement of scope and a description of how and to what extent those comments and feedback were taken into account in drafting the proposed rule: N/A

Comparison with rules in adjacent states:

Illinois: Rules of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation set forth the licensure requirements for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants (68 Ill. Admin. Code 1315.110). The requirements do not include certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Iowa: Rules of the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy set forth the licensure requirements for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants (645 IAC 206). The requirements do not include certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Michigan: Rules of the Michigan Board of Occupational Therapists set forth the licensure requirements for occupational therapists (Mich Admin Code, R 338.1223) and occupational therapy assistants (Mich Admin Code, R 338.1233). The requirements do not include certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Minnesota: The Minnesota Statutes provide the licensure qualifications for occupational therapists (Minnesota Statutes 2020, section 148.6408) and occupational therapy assistants (Minnesota Statutes 2020, section 148.6410). The qualifications do not include certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Summary of factual data and analytical methodologies:

The proposed rules were developed by comparing the provisions of s. OT 2.02 with the requirements for licensure under s. 448.963, Stats.

Analysis and supporting documents used to determine effect on small business or in preparation of economic impact report:

The proposed rules were posted for a period of 14 days to solicit public comment on economic impact, including how the proposed rules may affect businesses, local government units, and individuals. No comments were received.

Fiscal Estimate and Economic Impact Analysis:

The Fiscal Estimate and Economic Impact Analysis is attached.

Effect on small business:

These proposed rules do not have an economic impact on small businesses, as defined in s. 227.114 (1), Stats. The Department’s Regulatory Review Coordinator may be contacted by email at [e-mail], or by calling [phone].

Agency contact person:

Nilajah Hardin, Administrative Rules Coordinator, Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Policy Development, P.O. Box 8366, Madison, Wisconsin 53708-8366; telephone [phone]; email at [e-mail].

TEXT OF RULE

Section 1.   OT 2.02 (1) (b) is amended to read:

  OT 2.02 (1) (b)  Evidence that the applicant is certified of initial certification as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant by from the national board for certification in occupational therapy; and that the applicant has completed an occupational therapist educational program, or an occupational therapy assistant educational program.

Section 2.   Effective date. The rules adopted in this order shall take effect on the first day of the month following publication in the Wisconsin Administrative Register, pursuant to s. 227.22 (2) (intro.), Stats.

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