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How to Get an Occupational Therapist License in Vermont (2026)

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Ava Health Team
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Vermont is an OT Compact member state, giving eligible occupational therapists the fastest path to practice privileges — typically 1–3 days via compact.aota.org instead of 6–12 weeks for full endorsement.

Vermont OT license at a glance

  • Issuing board: Vermont Office of Professional Regulation
  • OT Compact member: Yes
  • Application fee: ~$115
  • Processing time (compact): 1–3 business days
  • Processing time (endorsement): 6–10 weeks
  • NBCOT required: Yes
  • CEU requirement (renewal): 24 hours per 2-year cycle

Vermont OT compensation 2026

SettingAnnual Salary Range
Hospital / acute care$72K–$92K
SNF / long-term care$66K–$86K
Outpatient / clinic$65K–$84K
School system$60K–$78K
Home health$68K–$90K

Where OT demand is highest in Vermont

  • Burlington: UVM Health Network (University of Vermont Medical Center)
  • Barre / Montpelier: Central Vermont Medical Center (CVMC)
  • White River Junction: Dartmouth Health affiliates
  • Rutland: Rutland Regional Medical Center

Bottom line

Vermont is a small but stable OT market anchored by UVM Health Network. OT Compact membership enables fast cross-border access for New England OTs. The $115 fee and compact access make Vermont a practical addition for northern New England practitioners.

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