Practice Essentials: Working with Children, Young People & Families – Module 5 focuses on intervention planning and therapeutic strategies to support occupational performance and participation in children and young people. Learners will explore the core principles of evidence-based, occupation-centred practice and develop a deeper understanding of how occupational therapists work across environments to deliver responsive, tailored supports. The module includes an overview of common intervention approaches relevant to various diagnoses and developmental presentations, with practical strategies for implementation in real-world settings. 

Participants will learn how to collaborate with children, families, kinship groups, and communities to embed therapeutic strategies into daily life, with a strong emphasis on cultural responsiveness and the use of natural environments. Key themes include using occupation as the primary therapeutic medium, addressing activity limitations and participation barriers, and considering body functions and environmental factors in intervention design. The module also highlights the importance of ongoing professional supervision to support clinical reasoning and capability development. 

Through interactive content and reflective activities, learners will gain practical tools and critical insights to support effective, inclusive, and meaningful occupational therapy interventions that align with the values and goals of the children and families they serve. 

This module is mapped to the OTA Capability Framework for Occupational Therapists Working with Children, Young People and Families and embeds reflective activities to encourage critical thinking, cultural responsiveness, and confident application of knowledge in real-world settings. 

After completing this module, you will be able to: 

• Understand and apply the principles of evidence-based practice in paediatric occupational therapy. 

• Use occupation as the core therapeutic medium, focusing interventions on meaningful performance and participation outcomes. 

• Collaborate with families, kinship groups, and communities to integrate interventions into everyday routines and natural environments. 

• Deliver culturally responsive and respectful interventions, applying principles of cultural humility. 

• Recognise common intervention approaches for children and young people with a range of diagnoses and developmental needs. 

• Implement occupation-focused and participation-focused strategies that address activity limitations and optimise engagement. 

• Adapt environments and address body function impairments to reduce barriers and support goal achievement. 

• Value the role of professional supervision in developing your intervention planning and clinical reasoning skills. 

This module is suitable for: 
Early career OTs or more experienced OTs transitioning into paediatric practice 

CPD HOURS: 
Total CPD claimable workshop hours: 6 hours 

ACCESS: 
This module will take approximately 6 hours to complete. You may revisit this module at any time within 12 weeks from purchase date and download documents embedded within the module. 

REGISTRATION FEES & INCLUSIONS 
OTA Member: $340 
Non Member: $480 
(All pricing is inclusive of GST) 

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OTHER PURCHASING OPTIONS
For organisations wishing to purchase multiple bundles of the Practice Essentials: Working with Children, Young People & Families, please contact info@otaus.com.au to discuss.

The Practice Essentials: Working with Children, Young People & Families Modules can be purchased as a bundle, visit the Bundle product page to find out more.

DISCLAIMER 
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