Working in Argentina
General Information
Number of occupational therapists in Argentina
15,000
Terminology
In
Argentina
, the term "occupational therapist" is also referred to as Terapista Ocupacional or Lic. en Terapia Ocupacional
Main language(s) spoken in Argentina
Spanish
Other languages commonly spoken in Argentina
Español, English
Registration
Occupational therapists are required to register with a federal/national organisation to practice
Required
National Health Ministry www.msal.gov.ar/ The professional must consult in the National Direction of University Management to begin the process of Convalidation and the Authorisation for the Professional Exercise.
Also: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/noticias/como-convalidar-titulos-universitarios-extranjeros (External) ↗ / https://www.argentina.gob.ar/educacion/tramites/convalidaciones-universitarias-extranjeros (External) ↗ Once obtained the validation, a proficiency examination in a State University takes place. Approved this, their professional registration will be processed in the Argentine Ministry of Health.
Also: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/noticias/como-convalidar-titulos-universitarios-extranjeros (External) ↗ / https://www.argentina.gob.ar/educacion/tramites/convalidaciones-universitarias-extranjeros (External) ↗ Once obtained the validation, a proficiency examination in a State University takes place. Approved this, their professional registration will be processed in the Argentine Ministry of Health.
Occupational therapists are required to register with a state/regional organisation to practice
Required
Ministry of Health of the Nation or Ministries of Health of the Provinces of Buenos Aires; Misiones, Chaco; Formosa; Neuquén, Jujuy, Salta; Catamarca; Corrientes; Cordoba, Tucumán, Santiago del Estero; La Pampa, Mendoza, San Juan, San Luis; Black river; Chubut, Santa Cruz, Tierra del Fuego or Occupational Therapy Professional Colleges of the provinces of La Rioja, Entre Ríos or Santa Fe.
It is compulsory to join the Asociacion Argentina de Terapistas Ocupacionales in order to practice as an occupational therapist
No
Practicing Requirements
Graduation from a WFOT approved programme is required to register to practice
No
Not required.
Language(s) that are required for occupational therapists to practice
Spanish
Additional requirements for occupational therapists to practice
Professional liability Insurance.
Employment Opportunities
Occupational therapy is recognised as a shortage occupation
Yes
Sources of information for occupational therapist employment opportunities
Mailing list: [email protected] Job seeker online: https://www.zonajobs.com.ar/ (External) ↗, https://ar.computrabajo.com/ (External) ↗, https://www.bumeran.com.ar/ (External) ↗,
Immigration
Immigration regulations or visa requirements to practice
Argentinian Consulate in own country. www.migraciones.gov.ar/accesible/?visas
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Occupational therapy assistants exist in Argentina
No
Disclaimer: This information was provided by Asociacion Argentina de Terapistas Ocupacionales and was last updated on 14th July 2025. WFOT is not liable for any inaccuracies, omissions, or changes in the information provided. This information is intended as a guide and should be independently verified before making any decisions.
Definition of Occupational Therapy in Argentina
Asociacion Argentina de Terapistas Ocupacionales's definition of occupational therapy in own language
La Terapia Ocupacional es una profesión que brinda respuesta a personas, grupos y/o comunidades que presentan dificultades permanentes o transitorias para desarrollar las ocupaciones inherentes a su proyecto de vida
Asociacion Argentina de Terapistas Ocupacionales's definition of occupational therapy in English
Occupational Therapy is a profession that provides response to individuals, groups and/or communities that present permanent or temporary difficulties to develop the occupations inherent to their life project.
Definition date: February 2025
Education Programmes
WFOT Approved Programmes in Argentina
11