Yoga, Mindfulness & Body-Based Practices Interest Group - 16 FEB 25

The Yoga, Mindfulness & Body-Based Practices Interest Group invites you to their February meeting

Elevate Your OT Practice with Generative AI: Intermediate Workshop

Join Jess Francis & Will Crowe for this exciting Generative AI workshop, designed for those with a reasonable grasp of Generative AI who want to dive deeper and refine how they can use AI to support their practice.

Foundations in Occupational Therapy Practice for Adult ADHD: A Neurodiversity-Affirming and Skills-based Approach

This interactive workshop equips occupational therapists with foundational knowledge and practical tools, grounded in current research and inclusive models of care to address and implement effective strategies for the significant challenges adults with ADHD face across various life domains.

Men in OT Interest Group - 10 FEB 26

The National Men in OT Interest Group invites you to their February meeting

Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Interest Group - 4 FEB 26

The Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Interest Group invites you to their February meeting

Therapeutic goal setting: How to explore hope and aspirations while creating SMART goals

This workshop equips participants with the skills and knowledge needed to support individuals set aspirational goals that inspire hope, while also breaking them down into SMART goals required by organisations or funding bodies. The workshop will explore an effective goal-setting framework, focusing on how to identify outcomes that are personal, meaningful, and aligned with each individual’s unique aspirations.

QLD Driving Interest Group - 2 FEB 26

The QLD Driving Interest Group invites you to their February meeting

Care of People with Dementia in their Environment (COPE) Program

This interactive training introduces attendees to the Care Of People with Dementia in their Environments (COPE) program and provides attendees with the skills and knowledge required to adopt and implement COPE in their workplace.

Getting started with generative AI: A beginner’s guide for OTs

Join experienced occupational therapists Will Crowe and Jess Francis as they share with you the many ways generative AI can be used to enhance your practice both from an administrative and clinical perspective. 

Introduction to Motivational Interviewing for Occupational Therapy Practice

This interactive workshop introduces participants to the core elements of motivational interviewing and how they can utilise in their practice.

Environmental Modification Training: A core capability for Occupational Therapists

Investing in formal environmental modification training is critical to ensuring safe, effective, and meaningful outcomes for clients and communities.

Policy and Advocacy update – 15 January 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the South Australian State Election, member feedback for the new Aged Care Act, EMPHN survey, and many more.

Member-only resource: Crisis and Disaster Response for Occupational Therapists

OTA’s Crisis and Disaster Response for Occupational Therapists resource, available exclusively to members, provides practical, evidence-informed guidance across the Prepare, Respond and Recover phases of disaster management.

On-Demand Learning Hub

To explore OTA’s full range of CPD & Events - including live and on-demand learning - visit Search all CPD & Events.

About OTA’s CPD & Events

Learn from leading clinicians and academics while earning CPD hours to meet Ahpra requirements. Every completed activity is automatically recorded in your OTA CPD Tracker, with certificates included.

Policy and Advocacy update – 18 December 2025

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including a submission request for better NDIS pricing, updated ADL assessment requirements, and many more.

Plan your CPD for 2026

Plan your professional development, build momentum for the year ahead, and invest in your professional growth to OTX 2026. Join now!

CEO Member Update - December 2025

OTA CEO Samantha Hunter shares an end-of-year message for the OTA community, reflecting on the year that was including important progress on reconciliation, the wide range of events and resources that strengthened connection across the profession, and national policy reforms with far-reaching impact.

Policy and Advocacy update - 11 December 2025

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including algorithm-driven NDIS support needs assessments, a call for input from AOPA, changes to Better Access, and many more.

Practice Resource: Occupational Therapy and the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards

This resource helps occupational therapists (OTs) and key stakeholders understand the specific ways the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards relate to occupational therapy scope of practice.

Research Survey: Assessing video-based learning for better relational care practice

The purpose of this study is to evaluate healthcare professionals' and educators’ perceptions of a co-designed, evidence-based video on developing professional, therapeutic relationships with patients.

Connections Summer 2025

Connections Summer 2025 edition celebrates OT Week 2025, the launch of OTA's Innovate RAP, Advocacy update, NDIS reforms in action, and many more.

Coming Soon

Seeking EOIS for our State and Territory Advisory Councils

If you are passionate about shaping the future of occupational therapy in your state or territory, we would love to hear from you!

Policy and Advocacy update – 4 December 2025

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including NDIA opens consultation, findings on Ahpra’s registration fee model, and many more.

Department of Health Disability and Ageing - Support at Home for Allied Health professionals

This document offers a summary of information drawn from resources provided by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.

CPD Offerings

OTA provides a diverse range of professional development opportunities for occupational therapists, designed to support your learning, connection and growth.

Early Career Launchpad

Launch into your new career path with confidence! OTA's Early Career Support is the place to connect with your peers and your profession, develop your professional skills, discover and access the benefits of OTA membership, and find answers to common questions about working in OT.

OTA Oration Award

This accolade aims to honour and showcase an occupational therapist who has made outstanding, innovative, and impactful contribution to the clinical practice of occupational therapy.

OTA Leadership Program 2026

Step into your next chapter as a leader. Join OTA’s 2026 Leadership Program with Donna Markham OAM to grow your confidence, clarity and influence.

OTA Annual General Meetings

The Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Zoom on Thursday 20 November at 1.00pm AEDT.

Member Update - Aged Care (October 2025)

A new Aged Care Act will be implemented on November 1st. This introduces the new home-based aged care program, Support at Home, which will replace the existing Home Care Packages and Short Term Restorative Care programs. OTA has prepared practice resources to support our profession during this transition. These resources provide a summary of the Support at Home Program's key details and offer considerations for clinicians to best prepare for the new reforms.

Understanding the Support at Home Program - Preparing to work in Support at Home

This practice resource provides a summary of key features of the Support at Home Program. This document offers a summary of information drawn from resources provided by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing. Please note that this content is general in nature and does not constitute legal or business advice. We strongly encourage individuals to seek their own independent legal and business advice regarding their own arrangements and to directly engage with the source resources to clarify the information provided.

Understanding the Support at Home Short Term Programs - Restorative Care Pathway

This practice resource provides a summary of the Restorative Care Pathway under the new Support at Home Program. This document offers a summary of information drawn from resources provided by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing. Please note that this content does not reflect the views of OTA, nor does it constitute legal or business advice. We strongly encourage individuals to seek their own independent legal and business advice regarding their own arrangements and to directly engage with the source resources to clarify the information provided.

Capability Framework for Occupational Therapists Working with Older People (Aged Care)

The Capability Framework for Occupational Therapists working with Older People (Aged Care) proposes a series of capabilities (knowledge, skills and attitudes) for occupational therapists practising across different aged care settings and support structures. The framework acknowledges that aged care is a complex and multifaceted area of clinical practice and is within the scope of all registered occupational therapists.

Understanding the Support at Home Short Term Programs - AT/HM Pathway

This practice resource provides a summary of key features of the Assistive Technology/Home Modifications (AT/HM) pathway under the new Support at Home Program. This document offers a summary of information drawn from resources provided by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing. Please note that this content does not reflect the views of OTA, nor does it constitute legal or business advice. We strongly encourage individuals to seek their own independent legal and business advice regarding their own arrangements and to directly engage with the source resources to clarify the information provided.

Understanding the Support at Home Short Term Programs - End of Life Pathway

This practice resource provides a summary of the End of Life Pathway under the new Support at Home Program. This document offers a summary of information drawn from resources provided by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing. Please note that this content does not reflect the views of OTA, nor does it constitute legal or business advice. We strongly encourage individuals to seek their own independent legal and business advice regarding their own arrangements.

OTA Submission - Thriving Kids Inquiry

OTA welcomes the opportunity to provide input to the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Health, Aged Care and Disability Inquiry into Thriving Kids (the Inquiry).

NDIS - Learning Hub

Explore our available events on NDIS, designed to expand your knowledge, build skills, and connect with peers through expert-led learning opportunities.

Environmental Modifications & Assistive Technology - Learning Hub

Explore our available events on Environmental Modifications & Assistive Technology, designed to expand your knowledge, build skills, and connect with peers through expert-led learning opportunities.