Delegates
Delegate
Marianna Kačeňáková
Alternate 1
Zuzana Rodová
Alternate 1
Alternate 2
Kateřina Svěcená
Working in the Czech Republic
General Information
Number of occupational therapists in the Czech Republic
1,200
Terminology
In
the Czech Republic
, the term "occupational therapist" is also referred to as ergoterapeut
Main language(s) spoken in the Czech Republic
Czech
Other languages commonly spoken in the Czech Republic
English, Russian
Registration
Occupational therapists are required to register with a federal/national organisation to practice
Not Required
Occupational therapists are required to register with a state/regional organisation to practice
Not Required
It is compulsory to join the Czech Association of Occupational Therapists in order to practice as an occupational therapist
No
Practicing Requirements
Graduation from a WFOT approved programme is required to register to practice
No
Language(s) that are required for occupational therapists to practice
Czech
We have several places where also English speaking OT could work, but main language is Czech.
Employment Opportunities
Occupational therapy is recognised as a shortage occupation
Yes
Sources of information for occupational therapist employment opportunities
Immigration
Immigration regulations or visa requirements to practice
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Occupational therapy assistants exist in the Czech Republic
No
Disclaimer: This information was provided by Czech Association of Occupational Therapists and was last updated on 2nd April 2026. 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 the Czech Republic
Czech Association of Occupational Therapists's definition of occupational therapy in own language
Ergoterapie je profese, která prostřednictvím smysluplného zaměstnávání usiluje o zachování a využívání schopností jedince potřebných pro zvládání běžných denních, pracovních, zájmových a rekreačních činností u osob jakéhokoli věku s různým typem postižení (fyzickým, smyslovým, psychickým, mentálním nebo sociálním znevýhodněním). Podporuje maximálně možnou participaci jedince v běžném životě, přičemž respektuje plně jeho osobnost a možnosti.
Pro podporu participace jedince využívá specifické metody a techniky, nácvik konkrétních dovedností, poradenství či přizpůsobení prostředí.
Pojmem „zaměstnávání“ jsou myšleny veškeré činnosti, které člověk vykonává v průběhu života a jsou vnímány jako součást jeho identity. Primárním cílem ergoterapie je umožnit jedinci účastnit se zaměstnávání, které jsou pro jeho život smysluplné a nepostradatelné.
Pro podporu participace jedince využívá specifické metody a techniky, nácvik konkrétních dovedností, poradenství či přizpůsobení prostředí.
Pojmem „zaměstnávání“ jsou myšleny veškeré činnosti, které člověk vykonává v průběhu života a jsou vnímány jako součást jeho identity. Primárním cílem ergoterapie je umožnit jedinci účastnit se zaměstnávání, které jsou pro jeho život smysluplné a nepostradatelné.
Czech Association of Occupational Therapists's definition of occupational therapy in English
Occupational therapy is a profession that, through meaningful engagement in activities, aims to preserve and utilize an individual’s abilities necessary for managing daily living, work, leisure, and recreational activities in people of all ages with various types of disabilities (physical, sensory, psychological, intellectual, or social disadvantages). It supports the individual’s maximum possible participation in everyday life while fully respecting their personality and capabilities.
To promote participation, occupational therapy uses specific methods and techniques, training in concrete skills, counseling, and environmental adaptations.
The term “engagement in activities” refers to all the actions a person performs throughout their life that are perceived as part of their identity. The primary goal of occupational therapy is to enable individuals to participate in activities that are meaningful and essential to their lives.
To promote participation, occupational therapy uses specific methods and techniques, training in concrete skills, counseling, and environmental adaptations.
The term “engagement in activities” refers to all the actions a person performs throughout their life that are perceived as part of their identity. The primary goal of occupational therapy is to enable individuals to participate in activities that are meaningful and essential to their lives.
Definition date: April 2017
Education Programmes
WFOT Approved Programmes in the Czech Republic
1