Wisconsin OT and OTA CEU requirements

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

24 pointsfor occupational therapists

24 pointsfor OT assistants

Every 2 yearsCE cycle

May 31 of odd-numbered yearslicense renewal deadline

Required topics

None. Any course that meets the rules below counts.

Rules to know

At least 12 points must come from 2 or more of the professional development activities in the rule's table, related to occupational therapy. The rest can be courses or programs related to your practice.
Courses approved by the Wisconsin OT Association, AOTA or NBCOT count, including interactive online and video courses. Employer-provided education counts too.
You certify your points when you renew.
Approved seminars, workshops and webinars earn 1 point per contact hour (50 minutes or more).

Official sources

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 Wisconsin

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

October 2026

Sat–Sun, Oct 24–25, 2026 · 2 days Vestibular Rehab Certificate for Clinicians: Foundation and Clinical Application $795 · 24 contact hrs · Waukesha VestibularPT· Carroll UniversityVestibular & Concussion Details and registration

November 2026

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 Evidence-Based Strategies for Post-Operative Rehabilitation and Joint Replacement $300 · 6 contact hrs · Madison Summit Education· Courtyard Madison West/MiddletonExtremity & Ortho Details and registration
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 Manual Therapy of the Nervous System Hybrid (1-Day) Price on provider site · Oshkosh Evidence in Motion· Aurora Sports Health - Aurora Medical Center OshkoshPain & Clinical Reasoning Details and registration
Sat–Sun, Nov 7–8, 2026 · 2 days Dry Needling: Lower Body $995 · Neenah ICE Physio· Schubbe Resche Chiropractic & Physical Therapy – NeenahDry Needling Details and registration
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 Evidence-Based Strategies for Post-Operative Rehabilitation and Joint Replacement $300 · 6 contact hrs · Milwaukee Summit Education· Hampton Inn Milwaukee WestExtremity & Ortho Details and registration
Fri–Sun, Nov 13–15, 2026 · 3 days Dry Needling 1: Foundations I $1,250 · 38 contact hrs · Appleton Myopain Seminars· Orthopedic & Spine Therapy - Appleton WIDry Needling Details and registration
Sat–Sun, Nov 14–15, 2026 · 2 days Pelvic Function Level 1 (Satellite Lab) $695 · Madison Herman & Wallace· SSM Health Dean Medical GroupPelvic Health Details and registration
Sat–Sun, Nov 21–22, 2026 · 2 days Pelvic Function Level 2A (Satellite Lab) $695 · Milwaukee Herman & Wallace· Aurora Health CarePelvic Health Details and registration
Sat–Sun, Nov 21–22, 2026 · 2 days Rehabilitation of the Injured Runner Live $795 · Middleton ICE Physio· Onward Madison – Middleton LocationSports & Fitness Details and registration

December 2026

Fri–Sun, Dec 4–6, 2026 · 3 days Mobilization of Visceral Fascia: Reproductive System (Satellite Lab) $675 · Milwaukee Herman & Wallace· Aurora Health CareManual Therapy & Soft Tissue Details and registration
Sat–Sun, Dec 5–6, 2026 · 2 days Total Spine Thrust Manipulation $795 · Suamico ICE Physio· Paramount Physical Therapy & TrainingThrust Manipulation Details and registration

January 2027

Fri–Sun, Jan 15–17, 2027 · 3 days IDN Advanced Course $1,295 · Madison Integrative Dry Needling· Bakke Recreation and Well Being CenterDry Needling 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 Wisconsin?

24 points, every 2 years.

How many CE hours do OTAs need in Wisconsin?

24 points, every 2 years.

When is the Wisconsin OT license renewal deadline?

May 31 of odd-numbered years.

Are any courses or topics required for OTs in Wisconsin?

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

Where can OTs take in-person courses in Wisconsin?

32 in-person courses open to OTs are scheduled in Wisconsin, in Appleton, Wauwatosa, Madison and Milwaukee. They're listed below with dates, prices and registration links.