Spotlight on parenting as an occupation event
Join us in Birmingham from 9.30am–5pm, Monday 20 April for our first in‑person RCOT Spotlight event.
Bringing our great profession together, you’ll explore why parenting is a core occupation, gain practical strategies you can use straight away and connect with colleagues across services.
Places are limited though – book now to avoid disappointment!
We’re bringing the profession together for a focused day on parenting as an occupation – and how occupational therapy can strengthen outcomes for children, young people and families.
The occupation of parenting touches on many aspects of OT, from work and housing to perinatal, neonatal, mental health and community OT.
What you’ll learn
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 future health, development and life outcomes.
- Be able to apply occupational therapy approaches to support parenting in diverse settings.
- Explore how OTs can advocate for parenting support across health, education and social care systems.
Who it’s for
All OTs who work with parents would benefit, and bringing together our profession across areas of interest will enhance the content of the day.
The day will be of particular value to OTs working with children, young people and families across community and hospital services, neonatal, perinatal mental health, learning disabilities, neurology and social care – plus learners interested in CYPF practice.
When and where
9.30am–5pm, Monday 20 April 2026
Park Regis Birmingham (Hotel and Conference Centre),
160 Broad St,
Birmingham, B15 1DT
Book the early bird
- Professional members: £80 if you book by midnight Monday 16 March (from 17 March: £120)
- Learner members (students and apprentices): £35 if you book by midnight Monday 16 March (from 17 March: £50)
- Non‑members: £200.
All bookings require pre‑payment by card; we can’t accept POs or issue invoices.
Already booked our neonatal workshop?
If you’ve booked the two‑part Occupational therapy in neonatal care workshop for Enhanced Level Practitioners, your ticket already includes access to this Spotlight event – no extra booking or payment needed.