
Published: Thursday 11 September 2025
Mark your calendars! It’s time to be inspired and energised with like-minded peers in our October Interest Groups sessions.
Interest Groups bring together OTs focused on different areas of practice to discuss relevant topics and important developments. The meetings offer peer and expert support, networking and learning opportunities.
Remember, you can register for as many groups as you like.
Wednesday 8 October: Working with Older People
Ageing with Autism: Occupational therapy practice with older autistic adults
Wednesday 8 October: Mental Health
Complex case scenario: Providing occupational therapy supports to a client with schizoaffective disorder who is living alone in the community
Monday 13 October: QLD Driving
Wednesday 15 October: Neurodivergent Affirming Practice
To be advised
Thursday 16 October: Women’s Health
Emerging women’s health research
Monday 20 October: Trauma Informed Care
To be advised
Tuesday 21 October: OT Coaching
Knowledge translation of coaching research into clinical practice
Wednesday 22 October: OT Sexual Wellbeing
Sexual wellbeing education in Australian universities
Thursday 23 October: Paediatrics (QLD)
Teaming up with schools: Practical strategies for stronger OT and education partnerships
Monday 27 October: Yoga, Mindfulness & Body-Based Practices
Yoga as an interoceptive tool to support caregiver engagement in therapy
Tuesday 28 October: Paediatrics (NSW/ACT)
AI in paediatric occupational therapy
Wednesday 29 October: Pressure Management
How can we support the psychosocial needs of clients with pressure injuries?