Webinar 7: Environmental Enhancements: Sensory kits & Carts

This OTA webinar is the seventh in Tina Champagne's Sensory Modulation Program series, focusing on Component 5: Environmental Enhancements.

Trauma Informed Care Interest Group

The Trauma Informed Care Interest Group invites you to their September meeting

Practice Spotlight - Getting started with generative AI: A beginner’s guide for OTs

Join experienced occupational therapists Will Crowe and Jess Francis as they share with you the many ways generative AI can be used to enhance your practice both from an administrative and clinical perspective. 

Working in Australian Schools: A Practical Guide for OTs

This workshop is for occupational therapists new to working in school settings covering key topics areas including legislation, intervention models, assessments, and collaboration with teachers, as well as opportunities to participate in discussions and network with peers.

All About Sleep & OT Practice – Sensory processing and sleep. Webinar 4

Soothe the senses, support the sleep. This session explores the relationship between sensory processing, arousal, regulation and sleep. Learn how sensory factors influence settling, staying asleep, and sleep quality — and discover evidence-informed strategies to assess and support sensory comfort across age groups and conditions. This is the fourth instalment in a five-part CPD program designed to elevate your occupational therapy practice through the science of sleep. Discover how sleep impacts health, participation, and therapy outcomes — and how OTs can play a vital role in sleep assessment and support across all ages and settings.

Complex Home Modifications

This practical one-day workshop equips occupational therapists to navigate complex environmental modifications by deepening their understanding of legislation, documentation and design.

Acquired Brain Injury – The OT role in an individualised, client directed approach to rehabilitation

This practical and interactive 2-day workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore the latest research in cognitive rehabilitation and behavior support approaches in the field of brain injury. You will gain a deep understanding of the critical role OTs play in supporting individuals with brain injuries, equipping you with the latest knowledge and skills to enhance your practice.

MEMBER FORUM - Building our Profession: Insights from the Workforce Development Project

OTA’s Workforce Development Project is a national initiative focused on understanding the current state of the OT workforce and identifying what’s needed to ensure a strong, sustainable future for the profession. You’ll hear about key findings from this project and the plans to help guide professional growth and support viable occupational therapy careers to ensure a strong, sustainable future for the profession.

The power of connection: Why CPD Empower delivers more than learning

OTA Chief Occupational Therapist Michelle Oliver reflects on why CPD is so important, not only for staying current in our field, but for reigniting that sense of purpose and professional pride that brought many of us to occupational therapy in the first place.

Introduction to Motivational Interviewing for Occupational Therapy Practice

This interactive workshop introduces participants to the core elements of motivational interviewing and how they can utilise in their practice.

Step into a CPD experience designed to move you forward

Occupational Therapy Australia is proud to present CPD Empower – a national CPD event series designed to advance your practice and supercharge your professional growth.

Practice Spotlight: Neurological Practice Skills for Early Career OTs

Boost your confidence and capability in neurological rehab with this practical six-part webinar series designed for early career OTs. Across six 90 minute sessions, you’ll build essential assessment and clinical reasoning skills while exploring evidence-based interventions for motor, cognitive, sensory, visual and perceptual difficulties. Learn practical, ready-to-use strategies and gain insights to help you feel more confident and effective in neurological practice.

CPD Empower

Face-to-face CPD workshops for OTs in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. Choose your stream, earn CPD hours, and build skills in specialist practice areas.

Is your CPD on track?

We all know CPD is an important part of evolving as an OT but it can be tricky to find the time. To meet Ahpra registration requirements, all OTs must complete at least 20 hours of CPD each year by 30 November. If you need a little help to get your CPD on track, we have options to suit any schedule, from live workshops and events to self-directed learning.

Our top 5 CPD on-demand!

Have you ever wondered what other OTs do for their professional development? And to meet their Ahpra CPD standards? We've put together our top 5 most popular CPD on-demand to give you some inspiration: 1. Functional Cognition Explained 2. Talking Toileting: Series 1 & 2 3. Sensory Approaches in OT Clinical Practice 4. Palliative Care E-Learning Modules 5. Mental Health Foundation Modules Need something to suit your busy schedule? Explore our affordable, on-demand CPD library.

FAQ: Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

See our FAQ on Continuing Professional Development.

Search all CPD & Events

Our evidence-based CPD and events will prepare you for every situation and empower you with the skills and knowledge to excel in your practice. We offer learning opportunities across all practice areas and levels of experience.

Mental Health Endorsement - CPD & Supervision Summary

Download the Mental Health Endorsement - CPD & Supervision Summary form here.

CPD and Events

Our evidence-based CPD and events will prepare you for every situation and empower you with the skills and knowledge to excel in your practice. We offer learning opportunities across all practice areas and levels of experience.