Question

Which entity provides initial certification to the entry-level practitioner upon completion of academic coursework in order to practice occupational therapy?

a) American Medical Association (AMA)
b) Occupational Therapy Certification Board (OTCB)
c) American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
d) National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME)

Answer 1

The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is the entity responsible for providing initial certification to entry-level practitioners, which allows them to practice occupational therapy after completing academic coursework.

Step-by-step explanation:

The entity that provides initial certification to the entry-level practitioner upon completion of academic coursework in order to practice occupational therapy is the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), which is not listed among the options provided in the question. The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), which is among the choices, is a professional organization that supports and represents the interests of occupational therapy practitioners but does not provide the initial certification.