Can I take courses from other providers to count toward my badge if they cover the same material as the AOTA course? January 29, 2019 12:54 Updated Follow No. Only those courses outlined in the criteria for the badge can be used toward earning that badge or set of badges. Related articles Is the continuing education course I took approved by the AOTA APP OR is the education acceptable for re-licensure by my state licensing agency? How is a digital badge different from AOTA Board and Specialty Certification? What is the Digital Badging Program?