for the Ministry of Defence , Fatima Catarro and Anna Williams , will share their knowledge of functional assessments , which they describe as the objective measure of the ability to engage in an activity accurately and in a timely manner , considering the physical , cognitive , sensory and psychological demands . The webinar will be followed by an interactive peer support session with Fatima and Anna in November . Time : 11am – 12pm . Venue : Online – pre-recorded webinar . Cost : Free for RCOT SS – Work members only . Contact : communities @ rcot . co . uk bit . ly / 460KyJy
1 November 2023
Kidz to Adultz North Disabled Living Free exhibitions and CPD seminars dedicated to children and young adults with disabilities and additional needs and the professionals who support them . Over 80 exhibitors with information on funding , mobility , seating , beds , communication , access , WAV vehicles , education , legal matters , style , sensory , sports activities , holidays , leisure and much more . Boost your CPD portfolio and gain credits by attending one or more of the free CPD seminars running alongside the exhibition . Venue : Manchester Central , Petersfield , M2 3GX . Cost : Free . www . kidzexhibitions . co . uk / kidz-north /
6 November 2023
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 series – Occupational therapist-led functional assessments zero in on military skills – with the webinar ’ s presenters Fatima Catarro and Anna Williams . Time : 12.30 – 2pm . Venue : Online via Zoom . Cost : Free for RCOT SS – Work members only . Contact : communities @ rcot . co . uk bit . ly / 3sK10j3
9 November 2023
Cornwall local group study day : Living with and beyond a pandemic RCOT South West region Hosted by the Cornwall Conference Committee under RCOT ’ s South West Region , this is our first in-person event in almost five years . Our study day is for occupational therapists and students to develop up to date knowledge , skills and resources around occupational therapy in Cornwall and beyond . The event is a combination of keynote speaker sessions and interactive workshops . Time : 9am – 4.30pm . Venue : St Austell Print Company , Business Park , St Austell , Cornwall , PL25 4FD . Cost : South West region and RCOT members £ 35 ; non members £ 40 ; students ( limited places ) £ 30 . Bookings close : 25 October 2023 at midnight . Contact : events . exhibitions officer @ rcot . co . uk bit . ly / 3qJnpMo
9 and 10 November 2023
Learn Sleep : Course in CBTi ( the only non-drug , NICE recommended treatment protocol ) Sleep Unlimited Ltd Day one : Sleep assessment and management . Day two : Advanced assessment and treatment strategies . Live interactive training led by engaging sleep psychologist Dr David Lee . Deepen your knowledge and understanding of this neglected area of clinical practice . Recognise the importance of sleep disturbances and manage insomnias with evidence based strategies . Time : 9.30am – 4.30pm . Venue : Online . Cost : £ 300 incl VAT . Contact : training @ sleepunlimited . co . uk www . sleepunlimited . co . uk / next-courses
10 November 2023
Annual review meeting RCOT SS – Children , Young People and Families Join the RCOT SS – Children , Young People and Families National Executive Committee for our Annual Review Meeting . This year , we will be holding our ARM virtually . We are excited to share with you our offer to members for 2023 / 2024 and updates from our treasurer , conference lead , research lead and more . There will also be an opportunity to share your views and questions with the committee . Time : 4.15 – 5pm . Venue : Online via Zoom . Cost : Free for RCOT SS – CYPF members only . Contact : communities @ rcot . co . uk bit . ly / 3EqzV75
15 November 2023
Using virtual reality in palliative care webinar RCOT SS – Major Health Conditions As OTs , virtual reality use is becoming popular in our practise to improve patient wellbeing , participate in virtual activities that they can no longer do and assist in palliative rehabilitation . The session will be led by Nancy Burridge , who has been researching and developing projects around the use of virtual reality in palliative care . Time : 7 – 8.30pm . Venue : Online via Zoom . Cost : Free for RCOT SS – MHC members only . Contact : communities @ rcot . co . uk bit . ly / 3OfA95v
17 November 2023
Vocational rehabilitation occupational therapists as innovators and improvers online study day RCOT SS – Work Featuring presentations primarily from occupational therapists who are leading authorities in the NHS and private sector , the study day is designed for occupational therapists involved in vocational rehabilitation , occupational
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