behaviour / behaviour which challenges services . Students very welcome . Time : 4.30 – 6.30pm . Venue : Online via Zoom . Cost : Open to and free for members of RCOT SS – PLD only . Contact : communities @ rcot . co . uk https :// bit . ly / 49Oy3DE
10 January 2024
Expert assessments for Blue Badges – England and Scotland Access Independent Ltd This course will enable you to undertake assessment of applicants for Blue Badges under the waking and hidden disabilities or risk in traffic criteria . Suitable for both England and Scotland . Suitable for remote and face-to-face assessments . Delivered by Dr Chris Elliot , Senior Expert Assessor . Venue : Remote – you log on from home . Time : 9.45am – 1.15pm . Cost : £ 36 per person for the first 10 people , then £ 60 per person inc VAT . www . accessindependent . co . uk
12 January 2024
Dip your toe ... into Think Therapy 1st ’ s associate OT pool Think Therapy 1st Discover the world of independent practice as an OT specialising in pure functional rehab at our free training event . We ’ ll guide you through the Think Therapy 1st model , showcasing the benefits of TT1st associate roles , and provide advice on business setup , mastering sales , marketing and navigating legal and financial considerations . Email admin @ tt1st . co . uk to book your free place . Venue : Remote . Cost : Free . Time : 9am – 12 noon . https :// tt1st . co . uk /
12 January 2024
Peer support session RCOT SS – Work Join us for a fantastic opportunity to learn , inspire and support one another . Participants are invited to bring discussion points on any topic of interest to them . There will also be the opportunity to discuss the latest webinar in our ongoing series . Time : 12.30 – 2pm . Venue : Online via Zoom . Cost : Open to and free for members of RCOT SS – Work only . Contact : communities @ rcot . co . uk https :// bit . ly / 3Nb6hap
16 January 2024
Leaders and managers clinical forum networking event RCOT SS – Children Young People and Families The RCOT SS – CYPF leaders and managers clinical forum is holding quarterly , virtual network meeting , providing a space to network , share practice examples , unpick policy updates and discuss service challenges . Time : 1.30 – 3pm . Venue : Online via Zoom . Cost : Open to and free for members of RCOT SS – CYPF only . Contact : communities @ rcot . co . uk https :// bit . ly / 47KklPZ
16 January 2024
Developing an outpatient occupational therapy service within a national Proton Beam Service webinar ( cancer care clinical forum ) RCOT SS – Major Health Conditions This informative webinar is for occupational therapists who are working within cancer care , or for occupational therapists working in other clinical settings , who are developing outpatient services . It is a great opportunity to share best practice and network with other OTs working in similar settings . Time : 7 – 7.45pm . Venue : Online via Zoom . Cost : Open to and free for members of RCOT SS – MHC only . Contact : communities @ rcot . co . uk https :// bit . ly / 3snI5e4
17 January 2024
National networking event RCOT SS – Independent Practice A quarterly online session to provide the opportunity to network with fellow members nationally – across all regions ( breakout rooms used if necessary ) – with the sharing of best practice , experience and resources and problem solving . Time : 1.15 – 2.15pm . Venue : Online via Zoom . Cost : Open to and free for members of RCOT SS – IP only . Contact : communities @ rcot . co . uk https :// bit . ly / 3PwhMuO
24 January2024
Rheumatology clinical forum webinar RCOT SS – Trauma and Musculoskeletal Health Promoting effective change – a psychological approach to the treatment and self-management of rheumatology diseases . The rheumatology clinical forum is delighted to welcome Dr Dorothy Frizelle , Clinical Psychologist , to talk to us about promoting effective change with our patients within our OT practice . Time : 1 – 2.30pm . Venue : Online via Zoom . Cost : Open to and free for members of RCOT SS – TMH only . Contact : communities @ rcot . co . uk https :// bit . ly / 3sT2WWR
24 and 25 January 2024
Webinar for OTs about working in Australia and New Zealand Healthcare Abroad Healthcare Abroad webinar covers : How to transfer your OT licence , job roles available , level of experience required , popular visas and locations , information about our free service . The webinar will last approximately one hour and then there will be a live Q & A . Venue : Online webinar . Cost : Free . Contact : To sign up email info @ healthcare-aboard . com with the subject OT webinar to receive the link . www . healthcare-abroad . com
27 January 2024
Introduction to static splinting of the wrist and hand NCORE Trainer : Ella Donnison , Hand Occupational Therapist , BSc
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