Spotlight on parenting as an occupation
Members early bird – until midnight 27 February: £80
Member learners early bird – until midnight 27 February: £35
Members standard – from 28 February: £120
Member learners standard – from 28 February: £50
Non-members: £200
About this event
Join us for our first in-person RCOT Spotlight Event for 2026 and explore parenting as an occupation and its vital role in shaping the health, development and future of children, young people and families.
You'll have practical takeaways from plenary sessions, get involved in case-based discussions, and connect with colleagues. You’ll gain fresh insights, share experiences and discover practical strategies to support parents in diverse contexts. Join us to deepen your understanding and strengthen your practice in this important – but sometimes neglected – area of occupational therapy.
Who’s the event for?
Occupational therapists working
- with children in community settings, hospitals and elsewhere
- in neonatal care
- in perinatal mental health
- with parents of young children in other areas of practice, including neurology, learning disabilities and social care
Occupational therapy learners – students, apprentices – interested in working with children and young people. Places are limited.
Important
Have you booked onto the two‑part ‘Occupational Therapy in Neonatal Care for Enhanced Level Practitioners’ workshop? If you have, your ticket automatically gives you access to this Spotlight event. You do not need to book or pay again.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the day you will:
- Understand the concept of parenting as an occupation and the impact of health needs on parenting occupations
- Understand the significance of parenting as an occupation in shaping the future of health, development and life outcomes for children, young people and adults
- Be able to apply occupational therapy approaches to support parenting in diverse settings
- Explore how occupational therapists can advocate for parenting support in health, education and social care systems
Ticket prices
Are you an RCOT member? Make sure you get your early bird discounted ticket!
Book before midnight on Friday 27 February 2026 to get your early bird ticket: £80 for members and £35 for member learners – student/apprentice.
From Saturday 28 February 2026 the standard ticket price for members is £120 and £50 for learners.
Not a member yet? Non-member ticket price is £200 – or join us now!
What you need to know about paying for your ticket
All bookings need pre-payment. Your place at the event is not confirmed until we receive full pre-payment. We only accept payment by credit card (excluding AMEX) and debit card. We don't accept purchase orders or issue invoices.
Cancellation and substitutions: We won't give refunds without a written request and they'll be made after the event. Cancellations made up until Monday 9 March 2026 will incur a charge of 30% of the registration fee. Cancellations made between Monday 10 March and Thursday 2 April 2026 inclusive will incur a charge of 70% of the registration fee. Cancellations after Friday 3 April 2026 and on the day of the event or ‘no shows’ will not be refunded.
Contact: [email protected] if you have any questions.