Registration
To work as an occupational therapist in Manitoba, or to use the title: Occupational Therapist, individuals must register with COTM. It is illegal to practise any type of occupational therapy before you are registered with COTM.
Registering with COTM demonstrates that this individual respects the public’s right to safe, competent and ethical care, and recognizes COTM’s role in supporting and monitoring practice.
All registered OTs must renew their registration on an annual basis and ensure that all of their information on the COTM Register is kept up to date.
Occupational therapists are only entitled to use the designation O.T. Reg. (MB) if their name is on the Register of Practising Members. Individuals who are provisionally registered use the designation COTM Provisional OT until they become fully registered.
Application for Registration
The application process is a multi-phase process involving both you and the College of Occupational Therapists of Manitoba (COTM). Through this process, COTM confirms that you meet the legal requirements and professional standards for registration. All information and documents you submit must be verified by authorized COTM staff.
You must be registered in a category that allows active practice as an occupational therapist before beginning any type of occupational therapy practice in Manitoba. Working or volunteering as an occupational therapist includes participating in orientation or training.
Learn about the COTM Registers and eligibility requirements.
Application and Registration Fees
Application fees are non-refundable and payment is required at the time of application.
Registration fees are billed once a complete application and supporting documentation has been received. Your registration is not effective until all fees are received in full.
The College registration year is from June 1 to May 31. The initial registration fee may be prorated as determined by your registration effective date. Once registered, you will be be required to renew your registration with an annual registration fee, during the published annual registration period.
Apply for Registration
To start your application for Practising or Provisional Registration with COTM, sign-up for an account.
If you want to apply for Temporary Registration, go to Temporary Registration.