Courses and events
Inclusion of courses and events not run by RCOT does not imply endorsement of them
All the RCOT events listed by keyword below can be booked using the QR code opposite .
For all other events , use the appropriate advertising QR code or contact the address details provided .
For further information on advertising , please contact advertising @ rcot . co . uk .
Thrive OT Services www . thrive-ots . co . uk
Trauma informed occupational therapy , utilising polyvagal theory and sensory integration practice
12 and 13 June 2025
Join renowned international OT , author , and presenter Tracy Stackhouse in Northampton for an insightful two-day workshop on trauma-informed practice . Learn key principles of polyvagal theory and sensory integration and discover how to tailor these therapeutic approaches within the context of relationships to support young people ’ s wellbeing . Includes practical activities .
Research Café 29 January 2025 ( 12 – 1pm )
Join us at this month ’ s Research Café where Jon Glasby , Professor of Health and Social Care at the University of Birmingham , will draw on examples from adult social care and his work at IMPACT ( the UK centre for implementing evidence in adult social care ) to share how you can make your practice and services more evidence-informed . Venue : Online via Teams . Cost : Open to and free for RCOT members only . Contact : events . exhibitionsofficer @ rcot . co . uk Provider : RCOT . https :// bit . ly / 4001CyV
UCLH Charity www . uclhcharitycourses . com
Contact : uclh . enquiry . therapy . courses @ nhs . net
Introduction to Facial Rehabilitation 2025 28 February l 1.30-5pm ( half-day online ) 1 March l 8.30am-1.30pm ( face-to-face )
This one-and-a-half-day course will focus on facial rehabilitation for people with facial palsy following damage to the cortico-bulbar pathway , the facial nucleus and / or the facial nerve and its branches , reviewing aspects of neurophysiology and anatomy , treatment interventions and outcome measurement . Applicants can either attend the virtual only day or the virtual and practical days .
Somek and Associates www . somek . com
Contact : applications @ somek . com
Introduction to the role and function of the occupational therapy expert witness
21 February 2025 – Friday Time : 12 – 1.30pm ( 1.5 hours in duration ). Venue : Virtual . Cost : Free . Occupational therapists play a fundamental role in clinical negligence and personal injury litigation cases by providing expert opinion to assist the courts in reaching decisions .
This online course , run by experienced Somek OT expert witnesses , will provide information on the OT expert witness role ( from preparing reports to giving evidence in court ), the legal framework , rules and principles that govern practice .
To register your interest , please email : applications @ somek . com
Healthcare Abroad www . healthcare-abroad . com
Contact : info @ healthcare-abroad . com
FREE Work Abroad Webinar for Occupational Therapists
25 January 2025 – OT Students 26 February 2025 – Qualified OTs
Time : 9am ( UK time ) Venue : Online Cost : Free
Are you considering working as an OT in Australia , New Zealand , or Dubai ? Join our free webinar to explore exciting opportunities and learn how to take your career abroad !
What you ’ ll learn : Transferring your OT license , required experience , visa options and top locations , key job roles in Australia , New Zealand , and Dubai , FREE support services from Healthcare Abroad .
Register now : Email info @ healthcare-abroad . com with the subject : OT webinar (+ student OR qualified ).
Start your international OT career today !
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