HRS §457G-1
Who is who in this occupational therapy law
This section defines key terms used in the occupational therapy law. It explains who the department and director are, what a foreign-trained person is, and who counts as an occupational therapist or assistant. These definitions apply throughout the chapter.
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The statute, as written — Definitions
As used in this chapter unless the context otherwise requires: "Department" means the department of commerce and consumer affairs. "Director" means the director of commerce and consumer affairs. "Foreign-trained person" means a person who has completed an educational program or course of study in occupational therapy in an institution located outside the United States. "Occupational therapist" means a person who engages in the practice of occupational therapy in this State. "Occupational therapy assistant" means a person who engages in the practice of occupational therapy under the supervision of and in partnership with an occupational therapist.
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