Ethics and Law in Occupational Therapy Practice

Ethics and Law in Occupational Therapy Practice is organized by Wild Iris Medical Education, Inc.

Expiration Date: 2027-03-01

Course Description:
Ethics and Law for Occupational Therapists (OT) and Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA). This course fulfills the mandate in Georgia, North Carolina, Ohio, and California regarding ethics continuing education and also applies to occupational therapists/assistants in other states. Covers the AOTA Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics, including its seven Core Values, six Principles, and associated Standards of Conduct.

Course Learning Objectives:
1) Identify the meaning of ethics and ethical theories.
2) Discuss the Core Values, Principles, and Standards of Conduct of the “AOTA Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics.”
3) Describe how civil and criminal laws apply to the practice of occupational therapy.