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