
What is CPD Empower?
These workshops are part of CPD Empower - OTA’s new and innovative professional development offering designed exclusively for occupational therapists. This event offers a collection of focused, interactive workshops across different areas of practice running at the same time and same location. It’s your chance to deepen your expertise, gain new perspectives, and connect with a like-minded community of professionals.

Why Attend CPD Empower?
At CPD Empower, you will:
- Enhance Your Expertise: Gain actionable skills and evidence-based strategies tailored to your practice area.
- Learn from Industry Leaders: Engage in interactive workshops led by expert presenters with deep knowledge of specialised topics.
- Focus on What Matters to You: Choose from tailored workshops designed to grow your skills and confidence
- Expand Your Network: Connect with OTs from diverse practice areas at dedicated networking opportunities throughout the day
- Experience Intimate Learning: With small workshop sizes, you’ll enjoy a personalised and impactful learning environment.
When, Where and Cost
- Thursday 27 February to Friday 28th February 2025
- The Langham Melbourne – Southbank
- Take advantage of our Early Bird rates before 31 January, 2025.
- OTA Members: From $555
- Non-Members: From $790
Who Should Attend?
Whether you’re an early career or experienced OT, CPD Empower has something for everyone.
Each workshop is designed to provide practical, OT relevant skills that make an immediate impact on your clients and your practice.
What Makes CPD Empower Different?
- Targeted Expertise: Each workshop is focused on key areas of OT practice supporting you to grow your skills
- Exclusive Member Benefits: Priority pricing and access for OTA members.
- Actionable Insights: Leave with tools and strategies you can use straight away to make a real difference in your practice

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Acquired Brain Injury – The Occupational Therapist’s Role
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Untangling Dementia for Occupational Therapists
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Facilitation Fundamentals: Building Confidence in Group Work
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Occupational Therapy Approaches for Longstanding Eating Disorders
Gain practical skills and essential insights to support your practice.
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