Working in Bermuda
General Information
Number of occupational therapists in Bermuda
37
Main language(s) spoken in Bermuda
English
Other languages commonly spoken in Bermuda
English, Portuguese
Registration
Occupational therapists are required to register with a federal/national organisation to practice
Required
Board of Occupational Therapists PO Box HM 380 Hamilton HMBX Telephone: 278-4921 Email: [email protected]
https://healthcouncil.bm/ (External) ↗
https://healthcouncil.bm/ (External) ↗
Occupational therapists are required to register with a state/regional organisation to practice
Not Required
Bermuda does not have states or regions.
It is compulsory to join the Bermuda Occupational Therapy Association in order to practice as an occupational therapist
No
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
English
Additional requirements for occupational therapists to practice
- Proof of eligibility to work in Bermuda is required when applying for initial and re-registration
- Qualification certificate(s) or letter of proof of qualification (graduation) from relevant learning institution
- Proof of professional standing from the jurisdiction in which you were last or currently registered
- Proof of competency to practice in the jurisdiction in which you were trained i.e. national certification exam certificates, where applicable. For example, this is usually required in the USA, but not in the UK (College transcripts or letter)
- Proof of registration (aka licensure) in current jurisdiction of practice
- For a new graduate, an official letter of eligibility to register is required from the regulatory authority in that jurisdiction
- Birth certificate or passport
- Marriage certificate, including nationality or Spousal Letter (where applicable)
- Two letters of professional references, all references must be current (dated within the last 12 months). They must be from two employers/supervisors (most current and discipline specific)
- Resume or C.V
- Professional association membership card or certificate (if applicable)
- Registration fee payments
- Bermudians who do not have a certificate will need to provide a letter from their institution attesting to their practical experience
- One Headshot (passport style) in PDF format.
- Qualification certificate(s) or letter of proof of qualification (graduation) from relevant learning institution
- Proof of professional standing from the jurisdiction in which you were last or currently registered
- Proof of competency to practice in the jurisdiction in which you were trained i.e. national certification exam certificates, where applicable. For example, this is usually required in the USA, but not in the UK (College transcripts or letter)
- Proof of registration (aka licensure) in current jurisdiction of practice
- For a new graduate, an official letter of eligibility to register is required from the regulatory authority in that jurisdiction
- Birth certificate or passport
- Marriage certificate, including nationality or Spousal Letter (where applicable)
- Two letters of professional references, all references must be current (dated within the last 12 months). They must be from two employers/supervisors (most current and discipline specific)
- Resume or C.V
- Professional association membership card or certificate (if applicable)
- Registration fee payments
- Bermudians who do not have a certificate will need to provide a letter from their institution attesting to their practical experience
- One Headshot (passport style) in PDF format.
Employment Opportunities
Occupational therapy is recognised as a shortage occupation
Yes
Bermuda has challenges with staff retention in key settings of practice. Typically once a job becomes available it will be offered to a qualified Bermudian per immigration policy. However if a suitable Bermudian has not been identified overseas recruitment will continue. If successful that position is held by a work permit holder until they contract is due to be renewed. There is also decreased awareness of the profession in the public which increases the difficulty for more positions to be petitioned for and created as well as already established positioned being available for new graduates.
Sources of information for occupational therapist employment opportunities
Bermuda Job Board
Bermuda Government - Department of Health
Bermuda Hospitals Board
Bermuda Government - Department of Health
Bermuda Hospitals Board
Immigration
Immigration regulations or visa requirements to practice
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Occupational therapy assistants exist in Bermuda
No
Disclaimer: This information was provided by Bermuda Occupational Therapy Association and was last updated on 14th May 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 Bermuda
Bermuda Occupational Therapy Association's definition of occupational therapy in own language
Occupational therapy is a client-centred health profession concerned with promoting health and well-being through occupation. The primary goal of occupational therapy is to enable people to participate in the activities of everyday life. Occupational therapists achieve this outcome by working with people and communities to enhance their abilityto engage in the occupations they want to, need to, or are expected to do, or by modifying the occupation or the environment to better support their occupational engagement.
An occupational therapist is a person skilled in the assessment and treatment of individuals who are limited by physical injury or illness, psychosocially function, developmental or learning disabilities, or the aging process, through the use of purposeful activity and adaptive equipment and technology in order to maximize independence, prevent disability and maintain health.
An occupational therapist is a person skilled in the assessment and treatment of individuals who are limited by physical injury or illness, psychosocially function, developmental or learning disabilities, or the aging process, through the use of purposeful activity and adaptive equipment and technology in order to maximize independence, prevent disability and maintain health.
Definition date: August 2024
Publications
Journal of Bermuda College
Voices in Education: Journal of Bermuda College ISSN: 2059-0695 is a multidisciplinary peer reviewed journal published annually. The aim is to heighten awareness of current trends, to encourage discourse & practice, to challenge thinking, and to widen & strengthen the scope of research in education.
Education Programmes
There are no WFOT Approved Programmes in Bermuda at this time.