RCOT releases Annual Conference tickets at our ' best ever price '
RCOT ’ s Annual Conference programme will be built around four themes – voted for by our members – ensuring Annual Conference is always led by what ’ s important to our community .
The first theme is ‘ Demonstrating the value and impact of OT ’, including : navigating underresourced processes and sharing how to drive innovation through occupation-centred practice in difficult times ; putting occupations at the forefront of our practice , so we are empowering people to do the occupations they value , manage their health and care needs ; and defining and capturing our unique OT contribution , by owning our superpower .
Under the theme ‘ The future of the OT workforce ’ we will be discussing transforming the profession to meet future population and service needs . There will also be a focus on artificial intelligence ( AI ) and occupational therapy , including how AI and digital care technology can support occupational therapy and how occupational therapy shapes AI development and our role in co-designing and testing products .
And we will look at effective workforce planning and how we use workforce data and intelligence to make informed decisions about occupational therapy positioning within the health and care system .
The third theme is ‘ OT ’ s role in addressing health inequity ’. This will be sharing how you and the profession : can be confident and skilled in championing inclusion and advocating for occupational justice ; work towards preventing ill health and minimising the need for crisis interventions and dependency on care ; help people to live well in their communities despite having health conditions ; ensure fair and equitable access to OT based on need ; and address the social
Annual Conference
12 – 13 June 2024 determinants of health .
And finally , under the theme ‘ Growing your OT career , we will be exploring how to support all occupational therapy practitioners to be where they want to be at each stage of their career . We will be sharing how to build out the profession ’ s competence and capacity to support leadership , learning , research and innovation into practice and understanding how to see ourselves as leaders and make the most of our influence .
Annual Conference is a great opportunity to learn new skills , generate ideas and hear from experts in our profession . It ’ s the ideal place to find professional development opportunities and make new connections .
Before attending Annual Conference we highly encourage you to explore the CPD portfolio , a benefit all our members receive , at https :// bit . ly / 4a4Wi0l . We are pleased to welcome sponsors every year , to ensure that our Annual Conference remains the flagship event for occupational therapy . Sponsors will be integrated into our expansive , educational and informative event – ensuring that attendees can make the most of these important connections . The sponsors for 2024 will be announced soon , so watch this space .
And you can snap up your ticket to our Annual Conference now at our best price – before our express discount ends . Our express discount gives you the chance to buy your ticket at the best price before they go back up at 23.59 , Thursday 16 May 2024 . Find out more and book your place now at www . rcot . co . uk / annual-conference .
RCOT welcomes new First Minister of Wales
Dai Davies , RCOT Professional Practice Lead Wales , and Steve Ford , RCOT Chief Executive , have written to First Minister of Wales Vaughan Gething to congratulate him on his appointment . ‘ Your dedication to public service and your commitment to improving the lives of the people of Wales have been evident throughout your career ,’ they said . ‘ As an advocate for healthcare and social justice , your leadership has been an inspiration to many .
‘ As you know from previous roles , occupational therapists play a vital role in supporting individuals to achieve their fullest potential and participate meaningfully in everyday life .
‘ We are confident that under your leadership , as shown during your tenure as Minister for Health and Social Services , that the importance of occupational therapy and its impact on the health and wellbeing of the nation will be recognised and supported .
‘ We look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with your administration to advance the health and wellbeing of all in Wales .’ To read the letter in full visit https :// bit . ly / 4cQJvzP .
8 OTnews April 2024