Alaska OT and OTA CEU requirements

What occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants need to renew a Alaska license, summarized from the board's own rules. Last checked October 24, 2026.

24 contact hoursfor occupational therapists

24 contact hoursfor OT assistants

Every 2 years (July 1 to June 30 of even-numbered years)CE cycle

June 30 of even-numbered yearslicense renewal deadline

Required topics

None. Any course that meets the rules below counts.

Rules to know

Instead of the hours, you can keep a current NBCOT certification (OTR or COTA).
If you were licensed less than 12 months of the period, you need 12 hours, or to have passed the NBCOT exam in that time.
At least half your hours must come from courses offered by an accredited school or a professional organization the board approves.
Courses must contribute directly to your professional competency in occupational therapy.
Don't send certificates with the renewal; keep them in case you're audited.

Official sources

Alaska Board of PT and OT: OT continuing education worksheet (form 08-4584, rev. April 2026)

This is a plain-language summary to help you plan. Rules change and your board has the final word, so confirm with the sources above before you renew. If you also hold NBCOT certification, NBCOT has its own renewal requirements.

In-person courses open to OTs in Alaska

5 upcoming courses in Alaska list OTs in their audience (or come from providers whose courses are open to OTs). Check each course's approval for Alaska with the provider.

October 2026

Oct 17–25, 2026 · 9 days Complete Lymphedema Certification $3,350 · Anchorage Academy of Lymphatic Studies· Alaska Career CollegeMedical & Acute Care Details and registration

November 2026

Sat–Sun, Nov 14–15, 2026 · 2 days Differential Diagnosis and Musculoskeletal Management of the Knee $699 · 22.5 contact hrs · Anchorage IAOM-US· Advanced Physical Therapy |Extremity & Ortho Details and registration
Sat–Sun, Nov 14–15, 2026 · 2 days Total Spine Thrust Manipulation $795 · Anchorage ICE Physio· Denali PTThrust Manipulation Details and registration

April 2027

Sat–Sun, Apr 24–25, 2027 · 2 days Pelvic Floor Dry Needling $995 · Anchorage ICE Physio· Progressive Physical Therapy – Diamond BlvdDry Needling Details and registration

October 2027

Sat–Sun, Oct 23–24, 2027 · 2 days Extremity Management $795 · Anchorage ICE Physio· Turnagain CrossFitExtremity & Ortho Details and registration

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Schedules checked October 24, 2026. Dates, prices and CEU approvals come from each provider's public schedule and can change, so confirm with the provider before you register.

Common questions

How many CE hours do occupational therapists need in Alaska?

24 contact hours, every 2 years (July 1 to June 30 of even-numbered years).

How many CE hours do OTAs need in Alaska?

24 contact hours, every 2 years (July 1 to June 30 of even-numbered years).

When is the Alaska OT license renewal deadline?

June 30 of even-numbered years.

Are any courses or topics required for OTs in Alaska?

No specific topics are required, as long as the courses meet the board's rules below.

Where can OTs take in-person courses in Alaska?

5 in-person courses open to OTs are scheduled in Alaska, in Anchorage. They're listed below with dates, prices and registration links.