Can a Duval family pay for ot and pt sessions with scholarship funds?
Occupational and physical therapy are covered by FES-UA as long as a licensed therapist delivers them.
| Program | Status | What the rule says |
|---|---|---|
| Unique Abilities (FES-UA) | Allowed | Occupational and physical therapy by licensed providers are authorized. |
| PEP (family-directed account) | Not allowed | Not available on PEP. |
| Private School Scholarship (FTC/FES-EO) | Not allowed | Not a category. |
Which rules apply to ot and pt sessions purchases?
- The therapist must hold the license the guide requires.
- Sensory materials and adaptive equipment are separate categories, and adaptive equipment can need pre-approval.
What is not allowed under ot and pt sessions?
- Medical devices and services outside the listed therapies
How do Jacksonville families use ot and pt sessions?
The state directory shows 13 Duval schools offering occupational therapy. Pay an on-site therapist through a school charge, or an independent clinic directly from the account.
How does a family buy ot and pt sessions with scholarship money?
Browse MyScholarShop first, because its items are pre-approved, then search Find Providers in EMA to pay a tutor, therapist or instructor directly. Failing that, pay on a card and send in the itemized receipt for repayment. Anything not on the eligible list needs permission beforehand, and requests for 2026-27 stop on May 28, 2027.
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Sources: Step Up For Students purchasing guides for FES-UA, PEP and the Private School Scholarship (2026-27) and its summary of handbook and guide changes. These are summaries and not legal advice; Step Up's handbook controls.