Working in Dominican Republic
General Information
Number of occupational therapists in Dominican Republic
109
In Dominican Republic , the term "occupational therapist" is also referred to as
Terapeuta Ocupacional
Main language(s) spoken in Dominican Republic
Español
Other languages commonly spoken in Dominican Republic
English
Registration
Occupational therapists are required to register with a federal/national organisation to practice
Not Required
En la República Dominicana, los terapeutas ocupacionales, tanto extranjeros como dominicanos, deben obtener el exequátur, que es la autorización oficial para ejercer su profesión.
Occupational therapists are required to register with a state/regional organisation to practice
Not Required
Los terapeutas ocupacionales aún no están obligados a registrarse en una organización federal o nacional para ejercer, ya que la regulación no tiene carácter de obligatoriedad en este momento.
It is compulsory to join the Dominican Republic Society of Occupational Therapy (SODTEO) in order to practice as an occupational therapist
No
Practicing Requirements
Graduation from a WFOT approved programme is required to register to practice
No
Actualmente, no es necesario graduarse de un programa aprobado por la WFOT para registrarse y ejercer como terapeuta ocupacional. Sin embargo, el único programa que existe actualmente en la Republica Dominicana esta aprobado por la federación.
Language(s) that are required for occupational therapists to practice
Spanish
Ninguno
Additional requirements for occupational therapists to practice
Por el momento no.
Employment Opportunities
Occupational therapy is recognised as a shortage occupation
No
En la República Dominicana, la terapia ocupacional no está oficialmente clasificada como una ocupación con escasez. Sin embargo, la demanda de profesionales en esta área ha aumentado debido a una mayor conciencia sobre la importancia de la rehabilitación y la mejora de la calidad de vida de personas con discapacidades o condiciones que afectan su capacidad para llevar a cabo actividades diarias.
Sources of information for occupational therapist employment opportunities
Los profesionales recién graduados buscan oportunidades laborales en centros privados y en instituciones públicas.
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Occupational therapy assistants exist in Dominican Republic
Yes
Number of occupational therapy assistants in Dominican Republic
8
Dominican Republic Society of Occupational Therapy (SODTEO) has a membership category for occupational therapy assistants
Yes
It is compulsory to join the Dominican Republic Society of Occupational Therapy (SODTEO) in order to practice as an occupational therapy assistant
No
Occupational therapy assistants require formal training in occupational therapy to work as such in Dominican Republic
No
Estos asistentes realizaron un técnico superior en una academia de educación superior. En nuestro pais le llaman técnico en lugar de asistente.
Occupational therapy assistants need to register with a federal/national organisation to practice in Dominican Republic
No
Sin embargo, algunos de estos técnicos son miembros de la organización.
Occupational therapy assistants need to register with a state/regional organisation to practice in Dominican Republic
No
Ninguno
Disclaimer: This information was provided by Dominican Republic Society of Occupational Therapy (SODTEO) and was last updated on 16th September 2024. 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.
Education Programmes
WFOT Approved Programmes in Dominican Republic
1