Working in Malta
General Information
Number of occupational therapists in Malta
130
Terminology
In
Malta
, the term "occupational therapist" is also referred to as Occupational Therapists
Main language(s) spoken in Malta
Maltese, English
Other languages commonly spoken in Malta
Italian
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
Required
Council for the Professional Supplementary to Medicine
https://deputyprimeminister.gov.mt/ (External) ↗
https://deputyprimeminister.gov.mt/ (External) ↗
It is compulsory to join the Malta 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
Yes
Language(s) that are required for occupational therapists to practice
Maltese, English
Occupational therapists coming to work in Malta from a foreign country need to be English speaking, and need to show proof of learning the Maltese language within 1 year of employment, when applying for work within the public sector.
Additional requirements for occupational therapists to practice
Professional liability insurance is required for private practice.
Employment Opportunities
Occupational therapy is recognised as a shortage occupation
Yes
There is shortage of occupational therapists in all areas within the public sector - physical rehabilitation, mental health rehabilitation, paediatric practise, acute care practice etc.
Sources of information for occupational therapist employment opportunities
Immigration
Immigration regulations or visa requirements to practice
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Occupational therapy assistants exist in Malta
Yes
Number of occupational therapy assistants in Malta
30
Malta Association of Occupational Therapists has a membership category for occupational therapy assistants
Yes
It is compulsory to join the Malta Association of Occupational Therapists in order to practice as an occupational therapy assistant
No
Occupational therapy assistants require formal training in occupational therapy to work as such in Malta
Yes
Health Sciences Course (Level 4) - offered by MCAST -https://mcast.edu.mt/ (External) ↗
Occupational therapy assistants need to register with a federal/national organisation to practice in Malta
No
Occupational therapy assistants need to register with a state/regional organisation to practice in Malta
No
Disclaimer: This information was provided by Malta Association of Occupational Therapists and was last updated on 16th 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.
Education Programmes
WFOT Approved Programmes in Malta
1