CPD EMPOWER Applying the new Aged Care Quality Standards in Occupational Therapy Practice
This workshop will provide Australian Occupational Therapists working in aged care with practical knowledge and strategies to align their practice with the new Aged Care Quality Standards
Program Overview
CPD Empower
This workshop is part of CPD Empower - OTA’s national CPD event series offering in-depth, OT-specific workshops across key areas of practice. Designed for both experienced clinicians and those ready to stretch themselves, each workshop stream delivers high quality immersive learning, expert facilitation, and practical insights you can take straight back into your work. For more information about the full CPD Empower experience, visit https://otaus.com.au/cpd-empower
Workshop Overview
With the introduction of the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards, occupational therapists are uniquely positioned to lead meaningful change in aged care settings. This practical, OT-focused workshop is designed to equip practitioners with the knowledge, confidence and tools to align their everyday work with the new standards—particularly Standard 5 (Clinical Care) and Standard 7 (The Residential Community).
Through real-world examples drawn from both residential and home care settings, you'll explore how to embed quality standards into practice in tangible, OT-led ways. From enhancing mealtimes to fostering meaningful engagement and delivering clinical care that upholds dignity and personhood, this session will help you translate policy into purposeful action.
You’ll walk away with strategies to:
· Understand the intent and practical application of the new standards
· Lead interventions that promote quality of life and clinical excellence
· Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to embed sustainable change
Whether you’re new to aged care or seeking to refresh your approach, this workshop will help you demonstrate the value of occupational therapy in delivering care that is respectful, personalised and impactful.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Understand the intent and application of the new aged care quality standards especially Standard 5 (Residential) and 5.1 (Community).
2. Translate quality standards into practical OT led interventions.
3. Design and implement strategies especially in the areas of mealtimes and meaningful occupation
4. Strategies to work collaboratively with other members of a multidisciplinary team to achieve change and adherence to standards for best client outcomes
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
OTs at any career stage who work with older adults
WORKSHOP DETAILS
DATE
Wednesday 17th September 2025
TIMES
Registration: 8:30am - 9:00am
Workshop: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Networking event: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
VENUE
Novotel Perth Langley
221 Adelaide Terrace, Perth
CPD HOURS
Total CPD claimable workshop hours: 6.5 hours
Please allow 48 hours for your CPD Certificate to be loaded in your CPD Tracker after course completion
All registrants will be provided with access to an online account via an email sent out upon registration.
REGISTRATION FEES
OTA MEMBER
Earlybird - $695 - register on or before 7th Agust 2025
Standard - $770 - register on or after 8th August 2025
NON MEMBER
Standard: $1080
No early bird available for non-members
(All pricing is inclusive of GST)
*Registrations close 3rd September 2025, 11.55pm AEST.
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INCLUSIONS
- Tea & Coffee on arrival
- Daily Catering - Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea (please note any dietary requirements at time of registration)
DISCLAIMER
All information is correct at the time of publication. OTA reserves the right to alter or delete items from the CPD calendar as required, and takes no responsibility for any errors, omissions and changes.
All workshop resources including copies of the presentation, along with all supporting documents and links are not for distribution and are the property of the presenter.
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS (T&C)
T&C's are available here
CONTACT US
Please direct all enquiries to info@otaus.com.au or phone 1300 682 878
Presented By
Kate Purslowe
Kate Purslowe graduated from Curtin University in 2012 and upon graduation commenced working in the aged care sector. Over her career Kate has worked clinically in residential aged care, transition care and the NDIS before moving into leadership roles within the aged care space. Her progression into leadership saw her take on operational and service management roles, overseeing both residential and transition care facilities. This hands-on leadership experience has given her a deep and practical understanding of the aged care system, service delivery, and multidisciplinary team coordination. Kate is currently the Allied Health Coordinator at Brightwater Group and a sessional academic at Curtin University.