Are Occupational Therapists Doctors?

The Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) is a professional (or clinical) doctorate – the highest level of academic preparation that an entry-level occupational therapist can obtain. Preparation at the doctoral entry-level goes well beyond that of the entry-level master's degree.

Do you call an occupational therapist Doctor?

An occupational therapist with an earned doctoral degree from an accredited school, college, or university may use the suffix designating the degree, or the prefix “Doctor” or “Dr.” and add after the person's name the words “occupational therapist”.

Is occupational therapy a masters or doctorate?

A master's degree in OT typically is two years in length. As a graduate of a doctoral degree program, the OT is qualified to sit for the national exam and obtain a license in any state in the country. They are also qualified to evaluate, treat, and determine outcomes for clients across the life span.