Courses and events
Zoom . Cost : Free www . rcot . co . uk / slt-get-together
23 May 2023
GOT90 : Sensory Series Part 5 : Success with sensory supports at school Kim Griffin at GriffinOT Sensory supports are frequently recommended to help children attend and engage at school . However , they are not always used successfully . During the workshop , Kim will explore her top tips for ensuring that sensory supports are used effectively at school to meet children ’ s needs . By the end , you will have a better understanding of how to use sensory supports successfully at school . Venue : Live online and 30 day recording . Cost : £ 10 first 30 ; £ 20 full price . www . griffinot . com / GOT90
24 May 2023
How to be an independent OT Access Independent Ltd We cover the financial , legal and sales advice you need to be an independent OT . Including bookkeeping , tax , VAT , getting paid , insurance , liability , finding customers , what work is there for OTs , calculate your rate charge , we can help your business plan . Delivered by Stephen Naylor , MD of Access Independent and supported by Independent OTs . We will have IT support available to help you log on . Time : 9.30am – 1pm . Venue : Remote training via Microsoft Teams – you stay at your home . Cost : £ 36 for the first 10 people then £ 60 per person ( inc VAT ). Please book via our website www . accessindependent . co . uk
5 June 2023
Regional networking RCOTSS – Independent Practice A monthly session to provide RCOT SS – IP members with the opportunity to network with fellow regional members ( via breakout rooms ) – with the sharing of best practice , experience and resources and problem solving . Venue : Virtual via Zoom . Time ; 8 – 9.30pm . Cost : Free for RCOT SS – IP members only . Contact : rcot . branches @ rcot . co . uk www . rcot . co . uk / events
6 June 2023
Driving and neurological conditions RCOT SS – Neurological Practice Driving with neurological conditions : An overview of driving assessment services for people with a medical condition that may affect driving safety ; to consider how neurological conditions may impact safe driving and how this presents in observed behaviour on road ; an overview of assessment processes and vehicle adaptations . Time : 6.30 – 7.30pm . Venue : Virtual via Zoom . Cost : Free for RCOT SS – NP members only . Contact : rcot . branches @ rcot . co . uk www . rcot . co . uk / events
7 June 2023
Risk assessment for occupational therapists Access Independent Ltd This course will consider the use of risk assessment as a tool to assist with clinical decisions as an occupational therapist working in the community . It covers principles of risk assessment and management , how to risk assess to help with best interest decisions , functional assessments and provision of equipment or adaptations . Time : 9.30am – 1.15pm . Venue : Remote training via Microsoft Teams – you stay at your home . Cost : £ 36 for the first 10 people then £ 60 per person ( inc VAT ). Please book via our website www . accessindependent . co . uk
14 June 2023
Expert assessments for Blue Badges – England and Scotland Access Independent Ltd The course will enable you to undertake assessments of applicants for Blue Badges under the walking and hidden disabilities or risk in traffic criteria . Suitable for remote and face- -to-face assessments and for OTs and admin assessors . Delivered by Dr Chris Elliot , Expert Assessor . Suitable for both England and Scotland . Venue : Remote training via Microsoft Teams – you stay at your home . Cost : £ 36 for the first 10 people then £ 60 per person ( inc VAT ). Time : 9.45am – 1.15pm . Book via our website www . accessindependent . co . uk
21 June 2023
Quarterly eating disorder forum RCOT SS – Mental Health The eating disorder forum is facilitated by Abigail Cardwell and Clare Steedman . Bringing together other OTs in the area , new starters and students , the forum aims to share best practice , inspire new ways of working and provide a support . This forum will specifically focus on reviewing the development of an eating disorder care pathway for OTs working throughout the UK . Time : 2 – 3pm . Venue : Virtual via Zoom . Cost : Free for RCOT SS – MH members only . Contact : rcot . branches @ rcot . co . uk www . rcot . co . uk / events
26 June and 3 July 2023
Major adaptations for OTs Access Independent Ltd This is a two-day course , you need to attend both days . This major adaptations course is aimed at OTs new in this area of work , sharing knowledge gained over 30 years of working as an OT in adult social care . Topics covered : relevant legislation , scale drawings , bathrooms , internal and external access solutions , considerations when designing for wheelchair users . Includes online presentations and practical tasks and is over two separate days . Venue : Remote , so from your home or office . Cost : £ 36 each for first 10 bookings , then £ 60 each per day . Please book via our website www . accessindependent . co . uk
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