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New COTA Case Simulations Available on NBCOT Navigator®

We are excited to announce the release of three new COTA case simulations, expanding the professional development tools available on the NBCOT Navigator® platform.

These new simulations provide valuable opportunities for COTA professionals to apply their knowledge to practice-relevant situations, helping assess professional competency and earn units toward certification and state licensure renewal.

The following new COTA case simulations are now available:

A young girl sits in a classroom, shoulders hunched, while her classmate looks at her.

Middle School Autism — In this case simulation, an autistic middle school student and her family have recently moved to a new region. The student has enrolled in the school system and was evaluated by the IEP team during the summer session. The school system COTA, in collaboration with the OTR and IEP team, identifies supports and interventions to help the student acclimate to the school environment and begin transition planning for high school.

An adolescent in a wheelchair lifts a spoon to her mouth while the OTR next to her watches.

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)-School System — In this case simulation, an adolescent with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is referred to school-based OT services in high school. The adolescent is experiencing functional changes after a spinal surgery and is coping with the emotional distress resulting from a decrease in function. The COTA collaborates with the OTR to ensure the adolescent receives appropriate accommodations, supports, and strategies to thrive in the school environment.

A young woman is in a therapy office talking to a person not in the image.

Multiple Sclerosis — In this case simulation, a young adult client receives occupational therapy services after receiving a diagnosis of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. The client participates in inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation. The COTA works with the client to provide interventions that focus on ADL participation, fatigue management, cognitive rehabilitation, and bladder management.

The new simulations offer meaningful opportunities to strengthen your clinical reasoning in real-world scenarios. Take a moment to explore them in Navigator, build your competency units, and continue supporting the clients and communities you serve.

Access the new tools today! Log in to your MyNBCOT account and navigate to the NBCOT Navigator.