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

A practical, beginner-friendly workshop designed to help occupational therapists confidently get started with generative AI and apply it safely and effectively in everyday practice.

After the Crisis: Supporting Women’s Long-Term Recovery from Domestic Violence in Everyday Occupational Therapy Practice - 15 OCT 26

The Women's Health Interest Group invites you to their October meeting.

Fall Prevention – Putting the 2025 Australian Fall Prevention Guidelines (Community) into Practice

This member only webinar provided by LiveLife and Neuroscience Research Australia explores putting the 2025 Australian Fall Prevention Guidelines into action.

Journey to Clinician-Researcher - 13 OCT 26

OTs in Research & Quality Improvement Interest Group invites you to their October meeting

QLD/NT Driving Group Discussion - 12 OCT 2026

The QLD/NT Driving Interest Group invites you to their October meeting

Environmental Home Modifications – The Basics

This two-day practical workshop equips occupational therapists with foundational skills in environmental modifications, focusing on measurement, design, clinical reasoning, and client-centred approaches. Participants will gain hands-on experience, learn to apply legislation and best practices, and build confidence in designing and documenting home modifications.

School Ready: An Occupational Therapy Approach to Supporting Transition to School

Starting school is one of the most significant milestones in a young child's life, with occupational therapists playing a vital role in making that transition successful. This practical one-day workshop equips occupational therapists with current evidence, assessment tools, and intervention strategies to support children aged 4-6 years and their families as they prepare for and navigate the school environment.

The Power of Positive Touch: Enhancing Parent-Infant Relationships in Neonatal Care - 7 OCT 26

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

Considerations for clinical reasoning in community pressure injury management: mattresses and support surfaces - 6 OCT 26

The Pressure Management Interest Group invites you to their October meeting

Neurological Practice Skills in Occupational Therapy

Boost your confidence and capability in neurological rehab with this practical six-part series. Across six 90 minute sessions, you’ll build essential assessment and clinical reasoning skills while exploring evidence-based interventions for motor, cognitive, sensory, visual and perceptual difficulties. Learn practical, ready-to-use strategies and gain insights to help you feel more confident and effective in neurological practice.

Policy and Advocacy update – 1 October 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including an update on Thriving Kids initiatives, funding changes for NDIS supports, and many more.

National Thriving Kids update

OTA ran the Thriving Kids update across Australia, with each state and territory developing locally tailored supports for children and their families.

World Mental Health Day 2026: Together We Thrive

Join Occupational Therapy Australia for World Mental Health Day 2026 and discover how occupational therapists support mental health, connection and meaningful participation.

Policy and Advocacy update – 24 September 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including an update on SA mental health clinician recognition, the Thriving Kids roll-out date, and many more.

OT Mental Health Forum 2026 - Thank You

See you at the OT Mental Health Forum 2026 in Canberra!

Policy and Advocacy update – 17 September 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the controversial cap on allied health services for veterans, Fair Work Commission’s review, and many more.

Connections Spring 2026

The Spring issue of Connections is now available for OTA members. This issue explores what it takes to thrive as an OT in an evolving profession, with fresh thinking on practice, wellbeing, innovation and the issues shaping occupational therapy today.

Research Survey: The role of OT in pelvic exenteration

This study will focus on gathering qualitative information through semi-structured interviews with OTs who have experience working with adults who have had PE.

It’s time to talk about occupational therapy and dementia

Dementia Action Week (21–27 September) is an opportunity to raise awareness of dementia and highlight the vital role of occupational therapists in supporting everyday participation and independence.

Policy and Advocacy update – 10 September 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the updated Residential Aged Care Pricing Advice 2026-27, a call for members' input on Women’s Health, and many more.

NDIS reforms submission guidelines

A practical guide to help occupational therapists understand the NDIS reforms and make informed submissions, highlighting the potential impacts on OT practice, participants and access to essential services.

Don’t just count your CPD hours. Make them count.

Check your CPD progress and plan ahead before the 30 November Ahpra registration deadline.

OT Week 2026 Celebration Pack

Join the OT Week 2026 celebrations with our free resources!

Assistive Technology in Support at Home

In this webinar, Occupational Therapy Australia explores the implementation of the new Assistive Technology and Home Modifications (AT-HM) Pathway under Support at Home. This webinar examines key policy and operational changes, emerging implementation issues, and what the first eight months have revealed for occupational therapists, older people, and service providers.

Sylvia Docker Lectureship Award 2026

The Sylvia Docker Lectureship honours an occupational therapist who has made an outstanding and inspirational contribution to the profession through their practice, research, education or management.

CPD Spring Offering 2026

Whether you're looking to complete CPD at your own pace or learn with other OTs, there are flexible options to help you get organised and stay on track.

Connections Spring 2026 - references

Sylvia Docker Lectureship

The purpose of the lecture is to honour an occupational therapist who has made an outstanding and inspirational contribution to the profession in their area of practice, research, education or management.

Generative AI in OT practice Interest Group

This Interest Group is open to all OTA members working in or with an interest in the area of Generative AI.

Mastering generative AI: Advanced tools & techniques for OTs

This advanced workshop is for OTs who are already confident with the basics of generative AI and are ready to explore more sophisticated tools and real-world applications to support and streamline their work.

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

A practical, beginner-friendly workshop designed to help occupational therapists confidently get started with generative AI and apply it safely and effectively in everyday practice.

Thriving Kids Need OTs

OTA Submission: Psychosocial supports advice and actions for Government

OTA established an Expert Advisory Group for Psychosocial Foundational Supports (EAG), comprising twenty highly experienced occupational therapists working across a range of public, non-government and private psychosocial services.

Getting job ready with Clare Jones, Director at MediRecruit

Get job-ready with practical career insights, application tips, and interview advice from Clare Jones at MediRecruit.

Short Course: Safe and effective AI use in OT practice

This short 15-minute course expands on Safe AI use in OT practice. It covers the types of AI being used in OT practice, how to implement AI use, regulation of AI tools, and how to ensure you are meeting your professional obligations.

Thank you for your participation!

Thank you for input in our workforce survey!

Social Media Day of Action

Digital Health Hub

Digital health is now a core part of how care is delivered across Australia and an increasingly important part of occupational therapy practice.

Connections Winter 2026 - references

No OTs, No NDIS 

No OTs, No NDIS is a OTA campaign responding to NDIS reforms that are limiting access to essential occupational therapy supports and impacting participants, families and communities.