Advisory Statements
Advisory Statements are published by the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia to increase registrants’ awareness of important issues relevant to the practice of occupational therapy and/or critical issues that have the potential to affect, or have a direct impact on, occupational therapy practice.
Providing Access to and Releasing Occupational Therapy InformationThis advisory statement focuses specifically on the responsibilities relating to access, disclosure and release of information gathered as part of the occupational therapy service provision.
Remedying a Breach of Security: COTBC Reporting RequirementsInformation an occupational therapist must provide COTBC when there has been a breach of security is outlined in this document.
Use of TitleThis advisory statement informs occupational therapists regarding how to use their reserved title with respect to university degrees, job titles, and other credentials. It suggests ways in which students and support personnel can be identified when supervised by an OT. Inappropriate use of title is also outlined.
