Member Benefits Include:

• Reduced rates for MOTA’s annual conference and sponsored workshops.
• Exclusive access to the Members-only section of the MOTA website, including a searchable member directory, legislative updates, board meeting minutes, OT news, and more.
• Opportunities to grow your professional network through district and special interest group involvement.
• Connect with fellow members for guidance on ethics, coding, billing, reimbursement, and other professional topics.
• Eligibility for OT and OTA members to receive awards and recognition for advancing occupational therapy in Minnesota.
• Voting rights within the association (for OT and OTA members only).
• Advocacy support from a dedicated lobbyist promoting OT practice in Minnesota.
• Special discounts and exclusive access to OT Potential.

Membership Type Definitions:

Occupational Therapist (OT): Individuals certified or licensed to practice as occupational therapists in any U.S. state, territory, district, or commonwealth are eligible for this membership.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA):  Individuals certified or licensed to practice as occupational therapy assistants in any U.S. state, territory, district, or commonwealth are eligible for this membership.

First Year Occupational Therapist: New graduates from accredited OT programs who are now certified or licensed to practice as occupational therapists. This membership is only available during the first year after graduation.

First Year Occupational Therapy Assistant: New graduates from accredited OTA programs who are now certified or licensed to practice as occupational therapy assistants. This membership is only available during the first year after graduation.

Occupational Therapy Student:  Students currently enrolled in an accredited or pending-accreditation occupational therapy or pre-OT program in the U.S. or its territories are eligible.

Note: This applies only to students pursuing their initial OT or OTA degree. Those returning for advanced degrees (e.g., from OTA to OT or MSOT to OTD) do not qualify. Institutions may apply for group memberships—please contact info@motafunctionfirst.org. New students should check with their program before applying.

Retired:  Former occupational therapy professionals who are now retired from active practice.

Associate:  Individuals or organizations interested in supporting the field of occupational therapy but not eligible for another membership type.

Affiliate: Former OT or OTA professionals who are no longer practicing but are not fully retired and wish to retain access to MOTA member benefits.

Annual Membership Rates: