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The College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia (COTNS) is a governing body established by the provincial government to regulate the practice of Occupational Therapy in our province. All occupational therapists…
About Us
What is COTNS? The College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia (COTNS) is a governing body established by the provincial government to regulate the practice of Occupational Therapy in our province. The College…
Board
The Board of the College The Board of the College is provided the responsibility of governing, controlling and administering the affairs of the College, as required by the Occupational Therapists Act, 1998, c.21.…
Documents
Publications The College provides official documents that pertain to the practise of occupational therapy in Nova Scotia and to the protection of the public interest. This section of our web site provides resources…
Members
A - L A Abbott, Candice, #583Ackroyd, Stacy A., #122Adams, Stephanie L., #381Algar, Rosemary, #157Allen-McCarthy, Arlene G., #211Anderson, Michelle L, #544Anderson, Shirley C., #115Angelucci, Tania, #761Anthony,…
Registrar
Registrar: The Registrar is required to be an Occupational Therapist and is responsible for the planning and implementation of all aspects of the management and operation of the College, including the maintenance of…
Commitees
Committees Continuing Competency Committee COTNS is mandated by legislation to develop and administer a peer assessment program including the assessment of the standards of the practice of members. At present, COTNS…
OT Resources
Welcome to the Registrant/Members sections of our website! Here you will find information specifically geared toward our members at COTNS. If you have a question or comment or you are unable to find the information you…
Regulations & Standards
Regulations and Standards The Board of the College has provided the responsibility of governing, controlling and administering the affairs of the College, as required by the Occupational Therapists Act, 1998, c.21.…
Related Associations
Associations related to Occupational Therapy American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. - AOTA's mission is to support a professional community for members and develop and preserve the viability and relevance of…
Regulatory Bodies
Occupational Therapy Regulatory Bodies: College of Occupational Therapists of British ColumbiaSuite 219,Yarrow Building645 Fort StreetVictoria, BC V8W 1G2(250) 386-6822E-mail: info@cotbc.org Website:…
Nova Scotia Professional Associations
Nova Scotia Professional Associations Community Health Promotion Network Atlantic Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials Canadian Occupational Therapy Foundation Canadian Institute for Health…
Other Regulatory Bodies
Other Regulatory Bodies & Professional Associations in Nova Scotia College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Nova Scotia College of Registered Nurses of Nova Scotia Massage Therapists Association of Nova Scotia Nova…
Publications
Publications Labour Mobility Support Agreement Essential Competencies of Practice Practice Guideline: Client Records Practice Guideline: Occupational Therapy Support Personnel (2005) Annual General Meetings Annual…
Public Resources
Welcome members of the public! The information provided here is intended to meet the needs of the public. Other useful resources on this website for members of the public may include the resources page, the Members list…
What is Occupational Therapy?
What is Occupational Therapy? Occupational therapy is traditionally a health profession which has at its focus the goal of helping individuals achieve independence in all facets of their lives. This may be…
Complaints & Discipline
Complaints & Discipline Every occupational therapist who practices occupational therapy in the province of Nova Scotia is required to be registered by the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia (COTNS). One…
FAQs
What is COTNS? The College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia (COTNS) is a governing body established by the provincial government to regulate the practice of Occupational Therapy in our province. The College…
About COTNS
Current Board Members Leticia Richer, ChairPhyllis Williams, Vice-chairChristine Marchessault, TreasurerKrista Cullen, SecretaryVictoria Apold, Governor-in-Council Representative
Press Releases
Press Release on Continuing Competency Program
News
The most recent newsletter is now online.
Newsletter
NEWSLETTER 2002 NEWSLETTER 2003 NEWSLETTER 2005 NEWSLETTER 2006 NEWSLETTER FEBRUARY 2008 NEWSLETTER FALL 2008 NEWSLETTER 2009
Contact
Contact Information The office of the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Our address is: 7001 Mumford Road, Halifax Shopping CentreSuite 819Box 11, Halifax, NS B3L 2H8…
Registration
Registration: The COTNS is the governing body responsible for regulating the practice of occupational therapy in Nova Scotia. Occupational therapists MUST be registered with the college in order to legally practice and…
Update Your Information
In accordance with College Policies and Practices: Registrants are required to notify the college as soon as a home address occurs. Registrants must notify the office, in writing, within 7 days of an employment…
Applicant Process
Application Process To become registered with the College, applicants must complete the Registration Application Form and submit it with the appropriate fees and documentation. Carefully follow the Application Form…
Annual Registration
Annual Registration Annual Renewal applications are sent out around the first week of April each year. They must be fully completed and returned to this office along with proof of professional liability insurance…
Canadian Trained New Graduates
The application process may take up to 10 working days. Remember you may not work in Nova Scotia as an occupational therapist until you receive confirmation from this office that you have been registered. As a new…
OT’s from other Canada Judisdictions
Occupational Therapists from Other Canadian Jurisdictions Labour Mobility Support Agreement (LMSA) The Labour Mobility Support Agreement (LMSA) was developed and agreed upon by all of the occupational therapy regulators…
Internationally Educated
In progress Registration Information Letter, Form Guide and Application Form
Re Registration
Re-registration Before returning to work as an occupational therapist, a Registration Application Form accompanied with applicable fees and documentation must be submitted to the College of Occupational Therapists of…
Re Entry
Re-Entry Process Please open the Re-Entry Program if you are interested in licensing as an Occupational Therapist in Nova Scotia and do not have enough currency hours. For more information, please call the College at…
Forms and Documents
Forms and Documents Forms: Registration Letter, Form Guide and Application Form Employment Update Form Personal Update Form Provisional Practising Certificate of Registration Sponsorship Form Release of Information…
Continuing Competency Portfolio
Overview
Overview
Overview The Continuing Competency Program (CCP) of the College of Occupational Therapy of Nova Scotia [COTNS] is a quality-assurance program based on the belief that registered occupational therapists in Nova Scotia…
Continuing Competency Program Overview
Overview of program
Introduction Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
History of Continuing Competency
History of Continuing Competency
Section 1 Professional Practice
Section One Professional Practice Overview Mandatory Component This section is for you to document past and present professional experiences that have shaped your current practice. The following list indicates the type…
Professional Practice Overview
Professional Practice Overview
Section 2 Assessment of Current Practice and Professional Development
Section Two Assessment of Current Practice and Professional Development This section provides you with tools to assess your current practice and develop professional development activities. The section is divided…
Guide
Section 2 - Assessment and Current Practice and Professional Development - Guide
Self Assessment Tool
Section 2: - Assessment and Professional Development Plan Self Assessment Tool: Readable Writeable
Peer/Colleague/Co Worker Feedback Form
Peer/Colleague/Co-Worker Feedback Form Readable Fillable
Current Practice Assessment Summary
Section 2 Current Practice Assessment Summary: Readable Fillable
Professional Development Plan
Professional Development Plan Readable Fillable
Professional Development Log
Professional Development Log Readable Fillable
Section 3 Personal Additions
Section Three Personal Additions This section provides a place to keep items that you feel are important, but which do not fit well in other sections. This section is completely optional. Optional Documents (these…
Section 4 College Documents
College of Occupational Therapists Act Registration Regulations General Regulations Essential Competency Code of Ethics Practice Guidelines: Client Record Support Personnel
E NEWS
Continuing Competency E-News, December 2009 Continuing Competency E-News, January 2010 Continuing Competency E-News, February 2010 Continuing Competency E-News, March 2010 Continuing Competency E-News, April 2010…
Miscellaneous Information
Miscellaneous Information and Updates This section is where you keep miscellaneous information and updates on the Continuing Competency Program This Section is Optional Purpose of the section · To store general…
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