About RCOT

Championing and enabling high quality occupational therapy across the UK
Occupational therapists can help children to gain the confidence they need to get on in life.

Who we are

The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) is the UK’s professional membership body for occupational therapy. We lead, uphold and advance excellence within the profession through research, the development and delivery of evidence based standards and guidance, the provision of professional development, and the accreditation and enhancement of education.  

We champion and advocate for the professional standing of occupational therapists and position the profession to have maximum impact in improving people’s health, wellbeing, participation through occupations, and quality of life now and for future generations.

 

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How we are run

The British Association of Occupational Therapists (BAOT) and Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) are committed to promoting the unique value and benefits of occupational therapy to the public, service commissioners and political representatives.

We work to ensure the profession's rightful place in health and social care delivery and encourage our members to play an active role as ambassadors for the profession.

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Our strategy and values
Our strategy guides efforts to reach people and create positive impacts
Our brand
For us, a strong brand means growing occupational therapy
Our history
We’ve been championing our profession and its people for over 90 years
Equity, diversity and belonging
We put equity, diversity and belonging at the heart of everything we do
International affiliations
We play a role in increasing the global profile of occupational therapy
In remembrance
Join the World Federation of Occupational Therapists
Find out more about joining WFOT, and its membership benefits