# Public Protection > We ensure occupational therapists in Ontario meet strict requirements and standards to become registered to practice. Protecting the public COTO is here to oversee the practice of occupational therapists (OTs) in Ontario. We provide helpful information so you can make informed decisions about your care provider. We are here to answer questions about occupational therapists so you know what to expect when you are receiving services. Rights Registration Public Register Professionalism Concerns/Complaints Resources Your right to safe care In Ontario, you have the right to receive safe, competent, ethical care from your occupational therapist. Be confident in that right because the government has laws and rules in place to protect you. Occupational therapists are accountable for the quality of care they provide. The College ensures that accountability in a number of ways. Registration requirements to become an occupational therapist We make sure occupational therapists have met strict educational requirements and standards to become registered to practice in Ontario. Learn about registration requirements Using our public register to confirm an occupational therapist is registered https://youtu.be/jjNyOzNfAmo Watch this video to learn how to access current reliable information about occupational therapists in Ontario. It is important to know who is delivering your care. Only people registered with the College can practice occupational therapy in Ontario and use the title of occupational therapist or OT. These individuals are listed in the public register. Checking the public register will confirm that the individual listed is qualified to deliver your care. Check the List of Registered Occupational Therapists How we ensure professionalism and quality The College develops and enforces standards of practice, policies, guidelines and the code of ethics for all occupational therapists. In order to help our OTs stay up-to-date on their knowledge and skills, we also provide quality assurance activities and programs. Learn about our QA commitment Our Professional Practice Expectations Concerns or complaints Learn more about our complaints and concerns processes. You have a right to complain about occupational therapists registered with the College, or about people who aren’t registered but who present themselves as occupational therapists. Our OTs and their employers also have a duty to report if they experience or see something illegal or unethical. Go to Concerns and Complaints Learn about Reporting to the College Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee The ICRC is made up of both occupational therapists and appointed members of the public. It reviews investigations and makes decisions on next steps in an OT’s disciplinary journey. Learn more about the Committee Ensuring safe spaces during practice Patients and clients have a right to a secure and trustworthy environment in a therapeutic relationship – and that includes the right to be safe from any sexual abuse or inappropriate behaviour. Learn more about sexual abuse prevention Discipline Hearings Any occupational therapist who commits an act of misconduct has to answer to the College. This includes violations of the Standards of Practice. Learn more about Discipline Hearings Relevant resources Next steps and contacts Finding an OT We are here to make sure your occupational therapist delivers safe, ethical service. Search for an OT Contact Us for Support Get in touch with us with any questions or comments you may have. Get in Touch Complaints Share your concerns about an OT or learn more about current open complaints. Go to Complaints