Working in Lithuania
General Information
Number of occupational therapists in Lithuania
900
Terminology
In
Lithuania
, the term "occupational therapist" is also referred to as Ergoterapeutas
Main language(s) spoken in Lithuania
Lithuanian
Other languages commonly spoken in Lithuania
Lithuanian, Ukrainian
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 Lithuanian 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
Lithuanian
Additional requirements for occupational therapists to practice
No
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 Lithuania
No
Disclaimer: This information was provided by Lithuanian Association of Occupational Therapists 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 Lithuania
Lithuanian Association of Occupational Therapists's definition of occupational therapy in own language
Ergoterapija - tai asmens / grupių įgalinimas prasminga veikla, siekiant asmens / grupių gerovės, skatinant aktyvumą ir įsitraukimą į prasmingą (-as) veiklą (-as), ugdant reikiamus įgūdžius, įpročius, vaidmenis kasdienėje, mokymosi, darbinėje / profesinėje bei laisvalaikio aplinkose namuose ir bendruomenėje.
Lithuanian Association of Occupational Therapists's definition of occupational therapy in English
Occupational therapy is the empowerment of individuals/groups through meaningful activities, aiming at the well-being of individuals/groups, promoting activity and engagement in meaningful activity(ies), developing necessary skills, habits, and roles in everyday, learning, work/professional, and leisure environments at home and in the community.
Definition date: June 2017
Education Programmes
WFOT Approved Programmes in Lithuania
1