Working in Ghana
General Information
Number of occupational therapists in Ghana
98
In Ghana , the term "occupational therapist" is also referred to as
Occupational Therapist
Main language(s) spoken in Ghana
English
Other languages commonly spoken in Ghana
Ga, Twi, Akan, Ewe
Registration
Occupational therapists are required to register with a federal/national organisation to practice
Required
Occupational therapists are required to register with a state/regional organisation to practice
Required
It is compulsory to join the Occupational Therapy Association of Ghana 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, Other Regional/Local Dialects
Local Ghanaian language is an added bonus
Additional requirements for occupational therapists to practice
To qualify to register or renew your pin, practitioners would need certain amount of CPD points
Employment Opportunities
Occupational therapy is recognised as a shortage occupation
Yes
Although recognized as a shortage occupation, the government generally has limited financial clearance to employ every qualified occupational therapist
Sources of information for occupational therapist employment opportunities
Ghana Health Service Daily Graphic/ Daily Guide newspapers
Immigration
Immigration regulations or visa requirements to practice
Applicants should be legally resident in the country where Ghana’s Mission is sited Applicant’s passport photographs should have been taken not more than three months prior to the date of submission. Applicant should attach a copy of a return ticket or print-out of travel itinerary. An international certificate of vaccination for Yellow Fever Applicant’s passport must have validity of at least six (6) months
For further information, visit http://www.gis.gov.gh/visa_permits.html (External) ↗
For further information, visit http://www.gis.gov.gh/visa_permits.html (External) ↗
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Occupational therapy assistants exist in Ghana
Yes
Number of occupational therapy assistants in Ghana
90
Occupational Therapy Association of Ghana has a membership category for occupational therapy assistants
Yes
It is compulsory to join the Occupational Therapy Association of Ghana in order to practice as an occupational therapy assistant
No
Occupational therapy assistants require formal training in occupational therapy to work as such in Ghana
Yes
Occupational therapy assistants need to register with a federal/national organisation to practice in Ghana
Yes
Occupational therapy assistants need to register with a state/regional organisation to practice in Ghana
Yes
Disclaimer: This information was provided by Occupational Therapy Association of Ghana and was last updated on 16th 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.
Publications
Health Sciences Investigation Journal
Occupational therapists play a major role in the healthcare team in the provision of holistic care to patients. Successful healthcare depends on collaboration and understanding among health professionals and recognition of each health professional roles in a team.
Education Programmes
WFOT Approved Programmes in Ghana
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