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[See www.htcc.org](See www.htcc.org) for specific dates.  \n• Application period: February 1st to April 15th  \nfall exam:  \n• Administered the last full week in October and the first two weeks of November. [See www.htcc.org](See www.htcc.org) for specific dates.  \n• Application period: August 1st to October 15th  \nTO APPLY  \nCreate an account in the application login page, complete the application and upload supporting documentation before the application deadline.  \nFEES(U.S. FUNDS)  \nspring examination  \nApplication Period  \nFebruary 1st to April 15th. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 500  \n$425 refundable before April 15th  \nfall examination  \nApplication Period  \nAugust 1st to October 15th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500 $425 refundable before October 15th  \nOVERVIEW OFCHT CREDENTIALIN􀂾 PRO􀂾RAM  \nHand Therapy Certification is a voluntary credentialing program established in 1989, by the Hand Therapy Certification Commission, Inc., (HTCC) to certify occupational therapists and physical therapists in the advanced clinical specialty of upper limb rehabilitation.  \nFrom its inception, the Board of Directors of HTCC envisioned a two-step process of Certification and Recertification in order to:  \n• Serve the public and hand therapy community by maintaining high standards in the practice of hand therapy  \n• Enhance the quality of patient care  \n• Recognize occupational therapists and physical therapists who have achieved this advanced level of professional knowledge  \n• Encourage participation in continuing education and professional development.  \nThe Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential distinguishes an occupational therapist or physical therapist as someone who has met the minimum eligibility requirements, including 4,000 hours or more in direct practice in hand therapy, and who has successfully completed a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper limb rehabilitation.  \nCertification is granted for a five-year period, after which a therapist must recertify by examination or through a combination of work and professional education. 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