School-based practice is the largest practice area for occupational therapists in the United States. Provision of occupational therapy services in the public schools is unique from practice in other settings in that it is guided primarily by federal and state laws and regulations that are specific to the educational setting.

Read the OT Role Overview and How-to Guides to learn more about the unique role of the school-based occupational therapist. Find resources related to the role of the school OT in the Resources section.

OT Role Overview

OT Role How-to Guides

OT Role Resources