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).
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!
8 June 2025
Change to fitness to drive assessment requirements for ACT OTs
A new mandatory reporting requirement comes into force on 12 June 2025 for ACT health practitioners registered in the medical, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, optometry, and psychology professions.
5 June 2025
Media Release: Minister responds to industry concerns by delaying Aged Care Act implementation
Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) acknowledges the announcement by the Hon. Sam Rae MP to defer the implementation of the new Aged Care Act to 1 November 2025.
4 June 2025
Delay to Aged Care Act will enable clarification and support transition
OTA welcomes the delay to the introduction of the new Aged Care Act until November as a response to the significant concerns raised by the sector. However, for the delay to be meaningful, the key issues raised by the sector need to be addressed.
2 June 2025
Practical tips: Indicative pricing for Support at Home
OTA shares the concerns of members about a number of aspects of the new Aged Care Act and associated Rules, that will come into effect on 1 July. Of prime concern are the recently released Indicative Prices for Support at Home.
22 May 2025
FAQ: Setting Up a Professional Practice
Frequently asked questions about setting up a professional practice.
15 May 2025
FAQ: Early Career
Frequently asked questions about starting your career as an occupational therapist.
13 May 2025
Neurodiversity – Exploring the knowledge and perspectives of Australian Allied Health Practitioners
Understanding where to seek information and how to implement evidence-based practice that is neurodiversity-affirming is currently presenting a significant challenge for allied health professions in Australia.
8 May 2025
FAQ: Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
See our FAQ on Continuing Professional Development.
7 May 2025
FAQ: Ahpra Registration Queries including Returning to Practice
See Frequently Asked Questions about Ahpra registration here.
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.
28 April 2025
Spotlight on Aged Care: How we're advocating for our members
OTA has raised concerns about the new arrangements for funding for Assistive Technology and Home Modifications when Support at Home commences 1 July 2025, and in particular the lifetime cap of $15,000 for Home Modifications in submissions to the Aged Care Rules.
17 April 2025
AI and OT: Myth or Fact?
With so much confusion around artificial intelligence and occupational therapy, we’ve done some fact finding and myth busting to bring you up to speed quickly.
1 April 2025
Aged Care Act Rules - Release 2b
OTA made a submission on new Aged Care Rules - Release 2b.
24 March 2025
Australian Occupational Therapy Competency Standards
The new Australian occupational therapy competency standards (the competency standards) have been in effect since 1 January 2019. The Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (the Board) expects all occupational therapists to understand and apply them in their practice.

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.
16 January 2025
VicRoads: Motorised Mobility Devices - Resources for Occupational Therapists
Occupational Therapy Australia is proud to collaborate with Road Safety Victoria (Department of Transport) and other community, health, disability and industry stakeholders to bring these valuable resources to our members. The resources aim to equip OTs to deliver consistent evidence-based care for users of mobility scooters and powered wheelchairs, and to engage with other health professionals and agencies to optimise outcomes for clients and their families. Each year, over 1,000 Australians are admitted to hospital due to incidents involving mobility scooters. Road safety issues are critical to consider in assessment, training and monitoring for both the user and other community members.
15 January 2025
Maurice Blackburn Lawyers: Professional risks & responsibilities - Acting as an expert witness
See the attachment below for this fact sheet by Maurice Blackburn Lawyers, a Corporate Partner of Occupational Therapy Australia.
15 January 2025
DHAC: National Strategic Action Plan for Pain Management
The Action Plan will provide a key step towards a national and holistic policy framework that will support consumers, health practitioners and the wider community to improve the quality of life for people living with pain, their families and carers and minimise its impact.
9 January 2025
Position Statement: The Role of Allied Health Assistants in Supporting Occupational Therapy Practice (2015)
This position paper defines the roles, scope, and operational and professional responsibilities of Allied Health Assistants (AHAs) in the delivery of occupational therapy in hospital and the community. The paper provides a structure for occupational therapists to effectively supervise and delegate to AHAs, and will assist occupational therapists in understanding the clinical governance requirements in facilitating the AHA role within an occupational therapy service.

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.

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.

3 October 2024
ACT Advisory Group
The Occupational Therapy Australia ACT Advisory Group represents the interests and provides advice to support the members affiliated with the state.

10 August 2024
Contact Us
Do you have a question about the association, membership or occupational therapy? Contact us.