MEDIA RELEASE: OTA backs calls to end placement poverty

23 July 2025

MEDIA RELEASE: OTA backs calls to end placement poverty

OTA has called on the Federal Government to end placement poverty for students, backing Allied Health Professions Australia’s campaign to expand the Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP) to include all allied health students.

Step into a CPD experience designed to move you forward

21 July 2025

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.

CPD to elevate your practice this August

15 July 2025

CPD to elevate your practice this August

Meet your annual CPD requirements for your Ahpra registration with our in-person, online and on demand CPD and events. Our evidence-based CPD events in August will empower you with the skills and knowledge to excel in your practice.

Foundational Supports for Children - OTA advice to governments paper

15 July 2025

Foundational Supports for Children - OTA advice to governments paper

The Foundational Supports for Children – Advice and actions for governments document has been developed by Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) in close collaboration with the occupational therapy community.

Exploring general practitioners' perspectives on Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Care

9 July 2025

Exploring general practitioners' perspectives on Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Care

The aim of this research is to investigate general practitioners' perspectives on occupational therapy's role in mental health care, and the perspectives of occupational therapists providing services under the Better Access Mental Health Scheme (BAMHS).

Board Director and WFOT Delegate Nominations Now Open

7 July 2025

Board Director and WFOT Delegate Nominations Now Open

Board Nominations are now open until 5.00pm (AEST) Wednesday 30 July 2025.

The role of occupational therapists in mainstream secondary schools

1 July 2025

The role of occupational therapists in mainstream secondary schools

The study is about exploring the roles of occupational therapists who are directly-employed (school-employed) within mainstream secondary schools.

Changes to allied health referrals under the Medicare CDM program

23 June 2025

Changes to allied health referrals under the Medicare CDM program

From 1 July 2025, there will be changes to the Medicare Chronic Disease Management Program that affect how allied health providers receive referrals

Thousands join our call for fair NDIS pay

23 June 2025

Thousands join our call for fair NDIS pay

OTA has launched a coordinated, strategic campaign in response to the devastating NDIS decision to halve travel rates and continue freezing hourly pay for occupational therapists. We're fighting this decision on every front and will continue to take strong action to advocate for OTs and access to vital services for NDIS participants.

CPD Joyride in July!

16 June 2025

CPD Joyride in July!

Our CPD and events in July have everything you need to get inspired, build your knowledge and expand your practice. Choose from self-directed study to keep you focused through winter, Interest Groups to connect with like-minded peers, and live and interactive events either online or face-to-face. The only hard part? Making a decision!

OTA Submission to the Qld Mental Health Select Committee | Mental health outcomes for Queenslanders

10 June 2025

OTA Submission to the Qld Mental Health Select Committee | Mental health outcomes for Queenslanders

OTA provided a submission to the Qld Mental Health Select Committee on their Inquiry into the opportunities to improve mental health outcomes for Queenslanders.

Submission: Select Committee on Foundational and Disability Supports Available For Children and Young People In New South Wales

5 June 2025

Submission: Select Committee on Foundational and Disability Supports Available For Children and Young People In New South Wales

OTA welcomes the opportunity to provide input to the NSW Government’s approach to development of foundation supports for children and young people with disability, developmental delay or concerns.

DVA Overview for Occupational Therapists

22 May 2025

DVA Overview for Occupational Therapists

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) recognises that health care providers play a key role in providing treatment for DVA clients. Occupational therapists are essential allied health professionals who provide services to clients who hold DVA Veteran Cards.

FAQ: Setting Up a Professional Practice

22 May 2025

FAQ: Setting Up a Professional Practice

Frequently asked questions about setting up a professional practice.

FAQ: My Aged Care (MAC)

15 May 2025

FAQ: My Aged Care (MAC)

Frequently asked questions about My Aged Care (MAC) here.

FAQ: Early Career

15 May 2025

FAQ: Early Career

Frequently asked questions about starting your career as an occupational therapist.

FAQ: Driving

14 May 2025

FAQ: Driving

Frequently asked questions about becoming a qualified driving OT.

Application Form - Mental Health Endorsement

14 May 2025

Application Form - Mental Health Endorsement

Access the OTA Mental Health Endorsement application form here.

FAQ: Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

8 May 2025

FAQ: Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

See our FAQ on Continuing Professional Development.

FAQ: Assistive Technology and Home Modifications

7 May 2025

FAQ: Assistive Technology and Home Modifications

FAQs on assistive technology and environmental modifications.

Karen Jacobs Tour 2025

25 March 2025

Karen Jacobs Tour 2025

Join Dr. Karen Jacobs for a two-day workshop that will bridge the gap between cutting-edge AI technology and practical clinical applications in occupational therapy.

Terms and Conditions

24 February 2025

Terms and Conditions

The information provided on this website is for use of a general nature only and is not intended to be relied upon as, nor to be a substitute for, specific professional advice. No responsibility for loss occasioned to any persons acting on or refraining from action as a result of any material on this website can be accepted. This includes links to all external organisations.

Help for members Digital Transformation and OTA Connect

19 February 2025

Help for members Digital Transformation and OTA Connect

Help for members through OTAs Digital Transformation.

Practice Queries Service

12 February 2025

Practice Queries Service

Need advice? Our Practice Queries Service connects you with experienced occupational therapists from our Professional Practice Team. We provide general, in-principle guidance on professional practice matters to support your work.

Practice Support

8 January 2025

Practice Support

Your practice doesn't stop at your clients. Our practice support is designed to help you with your day-to-day whether you're just starting out, an experienced practitioner or managing a business - OTA practice support has been designed to support you.

OTA 2025 Federal Election Toolkit

3 January 2025

OTA 2025 Federal Election Toolkit

OTA’s Federal Election Advocacy Toolkit provides everything you need to engage with local candidates and highlight our profession’s priorities for the 2025 Australian Federal Election.

Courses, Learning Modules & Programs

18 December 2024

Courses, Learning Modules & Programs

We offer a variety of on-demand, self-directed learning and development, covering a broad range of practice areas and topics.

Workforce

10 December 2024

Workforce

We know there are significant workforce challenges and opportunities for the occupational therapy profession, such as attracting and retaining OTs. To address these challenges, we've consulted with our members to develop a workforce development plan.

OT Notification Navigator Service

4 December 2024

OT Notification Navigator Service

Full-Time, Part-Time and New Graduate members who receive a notification from industry regulators can utilise this service to access guidance from a qualified Occupational Therapist about how to navigate the notification process.

Workforce Development Project

2 December 2024

Workforce Development Project

Here at OTA, we know there are significant workforce challenges and opportunities for our profession. To address these challenges, we've developed the OTA Occupational Therapy Workforce Plan. It was devised using an evidence-based approach which included a literature review, an analysis of OT workforce data, a survey of Australian occupational therapists, interviews and focus groups.