Working in Uganda
General Information
Terminology
In
Uganda
, the term "occupational therapist" is also referred to as Occupational Therapy
Main language(s) spoken in Uganda
Swahili, English
Other languages commonly spoken in Uganda
English
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 Uganda Association of Occupational Therapists in order to practice as an occupational therapist
Yes
Practicing Requirements
Graduation from a WFOT approved programme is required to register to practice
Yes
All acceptable if the procedure is followed.
Language(s) that are required for occupational therapists to practice
English
Employment Opportunities
Occupational therapy is recognised as a shortage occupation
Yes
Sources of information for occupational therapist employment opportunities
Print Media Papers such as New Vision and Daily Monitor, Local Adverts by organisations employing occupational therapists, UAOT, Occupational Therapy School in Kampala.
Immigration
Immigration regulations or visa requirements to practice
Passport and clearance by Uganda Embassy in the country of origin. Other documents may details the purpose for coming to Uganda, Educational records and work permit if acquired prior to visa application.
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Occupational therapy assistants exist in Uganda
No
Disclaimer: This information was provided by Uganda 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 Uganda
Uganda Association of Occupational Therapists's definition of occupational therapy in own language
Okujjanjaba nga weyambisa emirimo egya bulijjo, lyettabi ly’obulamu, ery’obuvunanyizibwa, eri abantu abalema, nabo abatategeera bulungi mu bwongo era ne bakateyamba. Obuleema buyinza okuba nga bwa kiseera oba nga bwalubeereera.
Munzijanjaba eno, omukugu ayigiriza abantu bano okwenyigira mu mirimu egitekeddwa okuba sobozesa okukozesa ebitundu byabwe eby’omubiri mu bujjuvu, nge’ekigendererwa, basobole okutukiriza ebyetaago byabwe mukukola, okukolagana nabalala awamu n’okwetaba mubulamu obujjuvu.
Munzijanjaba eno, omukugu ayigiriza abantu bano okwenyigira mu mirimu egitekeddwa okuba sobozesa okukozesa ebitundu byabwe eby’omubiri mu bujjuvu, nge’ekigendererwa, basobole okutukiriza ebyetaago byabwe mukukola, okukolagana nabalala awamu n’okwetaba mubulamu obujjuvu.
Uganda Association of Occupational Therapists's definition of occupational therapy in English
A method of treatment where functional activity is the focus to help people with physical, mental, and social problems to be as independent as possible in activities of daily living. The aim of Occupational Therapy is to improve independence, to prevent or reduce disability and to maintain health.
Education Programmes
WFOT Approved Programmes in Uganda
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