Preparing for the Occupational Therapy National Board Exam: 45 Days and Counting, Second Edition, authored by Rosanne DiZazzo-Miller, is a comprehensive study guide designed to assist occupational therapy students in their preparation for the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) OTR exam. Published on October 28, 2016, by Jones & Bartlett Learning, this book offers a structured and holistic approach to exam readiness through a detailed calendar and plan of study spanning 45 days leading up to the examination date.
The second edition includes over 1,000 practice questions and multiple clinical simulation tests covering all four domain areas according to NBCOT specifications. Each chapter outlines key subject matter drawn from the Occupational Therapy Framework III (AOTA, 2014), providing thorough coverage of essential topics. Workbook pages offer specific references from OT curricula, enabling students to explore challenging or unfamiliar content.
In addition to practice questions and clinical simulations, this guide features self-study activities with answers at the end of each chapter, journaling sections that encourage reflective learning through 3-4 questions per section, and test-taking strategies tailored for success. The book also includes real-life advice for students who may need to repeat the exam.
Edited by experienced professionals, this resource combines Dr. Rosanne DiZazzo-Miller’s extensive experience in assisting students with board exam preparation and Dr. Fredrick Pociask’s expertise in instructional design and delivery. All practice question content was meticulously reviewed and edited by Dr. Sara Maher, a renowned item-writer in health-science education, ensuring that the questions closely resemble NBCOT® style exams.
Instructor resources accompany this comprehensive guide, including classroom worksheets, study questions, laboratory guides, learning activities, and PowerPoint presentations for each chapter. This book serves not only as an invaluable study resource but also as a course-ready capstone to enhance student preparation and pass rates in the NBCOT OTR exam.