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26 March 2026
CPD EMPOWER: Understanding Child Development & Assessment Fundamentals for 0-5 years
This interactive two-day workshop is designed for occupational therapists working with children aged 0–5 years. Day one builds a strong foundation in early child development, while day two focuses on practical assessment skills and tools. With a blend of evidence-based knowledge, clinical insights, and hands-on strategies, you’ll leave with greater confidence to support children and families in your practice.
30 September 2025
Rehabilitation program development for people diagnosed with BPD
This study aims to consult with consumers, carers and clinicians to identify which domains of daily living functioning are a priority in rehabilitation program development for people diagnosed with BPD.
17 September 2025
When compliance hurts: Rethinking OT for children with PDA
When compliance hurts: Rethinking occupational therapy for children with PDA
4 September 2025
Learning that sets the standard for OTs Working with Children, Young People & Families
Every occupational therapist deserves to feel confident in their practice – this is especially true for foundational practitioners, whether they are new to the profession, returning after a break from practice, or moving into a new area of practice.
20 August 2025
Breaking: Major government announcement on new children’s early intervention services
This week's major announcement from NDIS Minister Mark Butler at the National Press Club has provided a roadmap for the future of early intervention services for children with mild and moderate developmental delay and autism aged under 9.
18 August 2025
Q & A with Kate Purslowe: Understanding the Aged Care Quality Standards updates
Occupational therapist Kate Purslowe has worked in the aged care sector since 2012, across residential aged care, transition care and the NDIS. She is currently the Allied Health Coordinator at Brightwater Group and a sessional academic at Curtin University. Kate brings a deep and practical understanding of the aged care system, service delivery, and is presenting at OTA's upcoming event CPD Empower Perth.
14 August 2025
Poster - Understanding occupational therapy in education
Download the "Understanding occupational therapy in education" flyer.
12 August 2025
Q & A with Catherine Daly: The parent-child connection in infant mental health
Catherine Daly is an Occupational Therapist and Child and Family Therapist who has worked extensively with infants, children and families requiring assessment and intervention for psychosocial, mental health and developmental difficulties. Catherine is a co-presenter with Chris Hodges at CPD Empower’s Brisbane Workshop 2025.
5 August 2025
Consultation on Foundational Supports for children with developmental concern, delay and/or disability and their families, carers and kin
Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) welcomes the opportunity to provide a submission in relation to targeted foundational supports - Foundational Supports for children with developmental concern, delay and/or disability and their families, carers and kin.
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.
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.
8 May 2025
FAQ: Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
See our FAQ on Continuing Professional Development.
4 May 2025
The enduring value of professional development for Occupational Therapists
In today’s dynamic healthcare landscape, professional development is not just a recommendation for occupational therapists – it is essential to ethical, safe and effective practice.
1 April 2025
Workforce Development Project Findings Webinar
OTA held a Member Update on the 21st May 2024, providing an overview of the project findings of the Workforce Development Project. The session was presented by Sarah Jones, Professional Practice Advisor. The workforce development plan was established using an evidence-based approach, drawing from multiple data sources and processes. This included an examination of occupational therapy workforce data, an examination of the national and international literature related to the occupational therapy workforce, an online national survey of registered occupational therapists and consultations with occupational therapists and key stakeholders. More information about the Workforce Development Project is available here.
25 February 2025
Foundational Supports - Early Childhood Consultations
OTA participated in the final session of the PRECI consultations on 20 Feb. The consultation sessions were held as part of the Review of Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) and development of a Framework for guiding early childhood practice.
13 February 2025
Understanding and addressing suicidality and self-harm after acquired brain injury
This project aims to understand the experiences, needs, and preferences of individuals with ABI, clinicians, and researchers in addressing self-injurious thoughts and behaviours after injury.
12 February 2025
Capability Framework for Occupational Therapists working with Children, Young People and Families
The Capability Framework for Occupational Therapists working with Children, Young People and Families proposes a set of key capabilities (knowledge, skills and attitudes) for occupational therapists working across a range of service settings. The framework recognises that paediatric practice is within the scope of all registered occupational therapists.
10 January 2025
Route Development Tips
Essential tips for planning and optimizing road routes for efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
3 December 2024
Workforce Development 3-5 Year Operational Plan
See our Workforce Development 3-5 Year Operational Plan.
2 December 2024
Workforce Development Project Summary Report (2024)
In 2023, OTA commissioned a significant workforce development project which aimed to formulate a workforce development plan in partnership with the occupational therapy profession. This report provides a summary of the key findings, details of the data analysis, and key priorities that were provided to OTA.

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.