COT Diploma

The degree-equivalent value of the Diploma of the College of Occupational Therapists (DipCOT) is recognised by universities and higher education institutions

The Diploma of the College of Occupational Therapists (DipCOT) award attracts 240 points at levels 1 and 2 for the purposes of the Credit Accumulation and Transfer Scheme (CATS) of the Council for National Academic Awards (CNAA). The DipCOT attracts 360 points at levels 1, 2 and 3 in the Scottish system of SCOTCATS.
 
Download the College’s Statement Defining the Value of the COT Diploma
 
To qualify as an occupational therapist you will now need to undertake an approved programme of study in occupational therapy at one of the 31 UK universities offering occupational therapy education. There are a variety of occupational therapy programmes available in the UK. Most are Bachelor of Science (with Honours) degrees. Postgraduate Diplomas and Master’s degrees are also available.
 
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Replacement DipCOT certificates

If you have lost or mislaid your original Diploma certificate and would like a replacement copy download the DipCOT Certificate Replacement Form.
 

DipCOT transcript (academic record)

If you would like a copy of your DipCOT academic record download the DipCOT Transcript Replacement Form.