Working in Bangladesh
General Information
Number of occupational therapists in Bangladesh
496
Main language(s) spoken in Bangladesh
Bengali
Other languages commonly spoken in Bangladesh
English
Registration
Occupational therapists are required to register with a federal/national organisation to practice
Required
We encourage employers to ensure that they are registered with Bangladesh Occupational Therapy Association (BOTA).
Occupational therapists are required to register with a state/regional organisation to practice
Required
It is compulsory to join the Bangladesh Occupational Therapy Association in order to practice as an occupational therapist
Yes
Practicing Requirements
Graduation from a WFOT approved programme is required to register to practice
Yes
Language(s) that are required for occupational therapists to practice
Bengali, English
Employment Opportunities
Occupational therapy is recognised as a shortage occupation
Yes
Sources of information for occupational therapist employment opportunities
National: https://www.bdjobs.com.bd/ (External) ↗ International: international job seeker online e.g, reliefweb, un.jobs
Immigration
Immigration regulations or visa requirements to practice
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Occupational therapy assistants exist in Bangladesh
Yes
Bangladesh Occupational Therapy Association has a membership category for occupational therapy assistants
No
It is compulsory to join the Bangladesh Occupational Therapy Association in order to practice as an occupational therapy assistant
No
Occupational therapy assistants require formal training in occupational therapy to work as such in Bangladesh
Yes
Occupational therapy assistants need to register with a federal/national organisation to practice in Bangladesh
No
Occupational therapy assistants need to register with a state/regional organisation to practice in Bangladesh
No
Disclaimer: This information was provided by Bangladesh Occupational Therapy Association 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 Bangladesh
Bangladesh Occupational Therapy Association's definition of occupational therapy in own language
Occupational Therapy is a health care profession that provides services to people whose ability to function in daily life has been disrupted. Purposeful activity, therapeutic exercise, special equipment, skills training and environmental modifications are used to maximise the person’s ability to attain independence in everyday living.
Definition date: May 2005
Publications
Bangladesh Journal of Occupational Therapy & Rehabilitation (BJOTR)
Education Programmes
WFOT Approved Programmes in Bangladesh
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