OT Compact vs PT Compact vs ASLP-IC
All three compacts let a clinician licensed in a home state practice in other member states through a compact privilege. They differ in who they cover and how far along they are. The PT Compact covers PTs and PTAs and is issuing privileges. The OT Compact covers OTs and OTAs, but says it is not yet operationalized, and only some member states are accepting applications. The ASLP-IC covers audiologists and speech-language pathologists, not assistants, and its homepage lists which member states are open for registration, a list that changes as states launch. All three say you meet continuing education rules only in your home state.
Quoted from official pages checked November 10, 2026. Confirm current requirements, fees, and dates on those sites. This page is not legal advice and does not guarantee eligibility, certification, or licensure.
Each compact’s own site was re-read on November 10, 2026. This page compares them and does not list member states, counts, or fees. Current membership is on each compact’s map, and state-by-state OT Compact status is on the compacts page.
Who each compact covers
OT Compact. The About page states: “Under the OT Compact, Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) who are licensed in good standing in a Compact member state will be able to practice in other Compact member states via a ‘compact privilege,’ which is equivalent to a license.”
PT Compact. The Process and Requirements page’s first eligibility item is: “Hold a valid PT or PTA license in your home state (must be a compact member).”
ASLP-IC. The ASLP-IC homepage states that the compact “facilitates the interstate practice of audiology and speech-language pathology while maintaining public protection.” Its FAQ states: “Assistants are not eligible for compact privileges.” It also states: “If your role requires supervision (such as a clinical fellowship), you are not eligible to practice through the compact.” This site covers speech-language pathology, not audiology careers.
Where each one stands
PT Compact. The official PT Compact map labels its member-state category “Actively Issuing and Accepting Compact Privileges”.
OT Compact. The OT Compact homepage states: “However, the OT Compact is not yet operationalized, meaning the process to apply for and receive compact privileges is still developing.” It also states: “Each OTC state will open applications at their own pace.” Which member states are accepting applications is on the official Before You Apply page and on this site’s compacts page.
ASLP-IC. Which member states are open for registration is listed on the official ASLP-IC homepage, and member-state status is on the official compact map. Both can change, so this page does not copy them. The homepage states: “As more member states launch, the ASLP-IC Home Page and Compact Map will be updated.” It adds: “Additional ASLP-IC member states must onboard licensees to CompactConnect and meet the compact requirements to issue compact privileges.”
Your home state
OT Compact. The Practitioner FAQs state that the home state “is defined as the practitioner’s primary state of residence where s/he is licensed, and it is a member of the OTC.”
PT Compact. The eligibility checker states: “Your "Home State" is determined by the state that issued your current, valid driver's license.”
ASLP-IC. The FAQ describes a home state license this way: “It is a license granted by your home state, i.e., where you live, pay taxes and have your driver’s license.”
What happens when you move is on moving with a compact privilege.
How you apply
OT Compact. The homepage states: “You must apply through the OTC to receive your privileges to practice in OTC states.” And: “You do not apply for OTC privileges to practice through state licensing boards.” The FAQs add that the home state requires an FBI criminal background check before you are eligible.
PT Compact. The homepage lists five steps, beginning with “Check Your Eligibility” and “Review Fees & Requirements”. The process page states: “If required, take and pass the jurisprudence exam.”
ASLP-IC. The FAQ states: “When registration opens in your home state, visit CompactConnect”. It also states: “Although your state enacting the compact is a necessary step, it does not automatically approve your license for use in other participating states.”
Step-by-step quotes are on how to apply for a compact privilege.
Continuing education and jurisprudence
OT Compact. The FAQs state: “Practitioners only need to complete CEUs for their home state. Practitioners also need to complete jurisprudence examinations in each state where they want to apply for a privilege to practice.”
PT Compact. The homepage states: “Only need to meet the continuing competence requirements for your home state license.” The eligibility checker states: “Failure to complete required state jurisprudence exam(s) may result in disciplinary action and/or a termination of compact privileges.”
ASLP-IC. The FAQ states: “Practitioners only need to complete continuing education requirements in their home state.” And: “Practitioners will need to complete jurisprudence examinations in each state where they are required as part of their compact privilege application.”
Privilege vs license
The OT Compact and ASLP-IC both describe a compact privilege as equivalent to a license. The PT Compact says privileges are linked to your home state PT license. Each compact’s full wording is on compact privilege vs a second state license (OT and PT) and ASLP-IC privilege vs license. Each compact charges fees, and states may add their own. They are on the official sites and are not copied here.
What this page does not do
It does not say which compact is better, list processing times, or tell you whether you qualify. Confirm with the compact and both state boards before you practice. Find boards in the state and territory directory.