# Becoming a Registered OT > To call yourself an OT and practice in Ontario, you need to register with the College and get written confirmation as well as a registration number. Becoming a registered occupational therapist To start working as an occupational therapist or calling yourself an OT, you need to meet requirements to register with COTO and receive written confirmation along with a registration number. Learn more about the requirements for your application. Requirements Not Meeting Requirements Registration Types Suitability to Practice Resources Understanding your registration requirements By registering, occupational therapists certify that they meet the necessary standards of education and professional conduct. This ensures high-quality care for clients. It also provides a level of accountability and oversight, protecting both the public and the integrity of the profession. Additionally, registration facilitates continuous professional development and adherence to ethical guidelines. The requirements include: What if you don’t meet requirements? If you don’t meet one of more of the above requirements, your application may be referred to the College’s Registration Committee. After considering your application and submissions, the Registration Committee will make one of the following decisions: issue a certificate of registration issue a certificate of registration with terms, conditions and limitations issue a certificate of registration after completing specified training or additional exams refuse to issue a certificate of registration  If you need to appeal If you disagree with a decision of the Registration Committee, you have the right to appeal the decision to the Health Professional Appeal and Review Board (HPARB). HPARB is an independent review board established under the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 (RHPA). You can apparel by writing to HPARB and to the Registration Committee within 30 days of receiving the Committee’s decision.   With your appeal, you can ask for one of two things:  a hearing (you and a College representative appear in person to present evidence to HPARB)   a review (HPARB members review written submissions from you and the College) HPARB decisions can be appealed further to the Divisional Court of Ontario. Learn More About HPARB Find the registration type that fits you General Registration General registration is issued to applicants who meet all of the registration requirements. General registrants are able to practice without restriction. These can include applicants from across the globe who have been educated in Canada or abroad. It can also include those who are registered in another province. Canadian Educated Applicants Internationally Educated Applicants Applicants Registered in Another Province Reapplying to the College If you were previously registered with the College, you are required to reapply for registration. You’ll need to complete all sections of the online application and pay the applicable application and registration fees. You’ll also need to meet the currency, suitability to practise, and insurance requirements. How to Reapply to the College Provisional or Temporary Registration Provisional registration may be issued to applicants who are waiting to write the National Occupational Therapy Certification Examination (NOTCE). Temporary registration is intended for occupational therapists who are registered in another province or country, but need to practice in Ontario on a temporary basis.  Applying for Provisional or Temporary Registration Suitability to practice Learn about whether you’re suitable to practice in Ontario and any limitations that may keep you from being able to practice in the province as an occupational therapist. Learn About Determining Suitability to Practice at Registration Read our Suitability to Practice Glossary and Additional Information Relevant resources Next steps and contacts Timelines and fees View the timeline and fees for applying to be an OT. See Our Fees Contact us for support Get in touch with us with any questions you may have. Get in Touch Ready to apply? Fill out an application to be on your way to becoming an OT. Apply Now