The final countdown is on to our virtual Annual Conference on Wednesday 14 June and Thursday 15 June 2023. We want to make sure you get the most out of attending the showcase event for occupational therapy. We’re really looking forward to you...
I am writing to you on behalf of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) about the current challenges on workforce retention, and the role of occupational therapists (OTs) in addressing this problem. As you will be aware, more people are dropping out of the workforce because of ill-...
We've warned the Prime Minster that his promises to improve the NHS will not be met unless the workforce crisis is addressed. The workforce plan was originally earmarked for publication in Spring 2022 but has still not been published. Dear Prime Minister, As organisations representing the health...
Our first education summit We recently held our first education summit, focusing on the pre-registration education and early careers of our future workforce in a changing world. It was a great opportunity for over 50 educators, learners and practitioners to come together and discuss the topics that...
Following a series of consultations, the national uniform project, led by NHS Supply chain, has come to an end. This consultation was designed to make the professional identity of occupational therapists consistent across NHS Trusts. Working with NHS staff and allied health professionals (AHPs) –...
Welcome to the May issue of OTnews. Features this month focus on several collaborative and innovative ways occupational therapists are combining their core skills with other disciplines to support those who access services.
Scoping Review Grant of up to £20,000 on occupational therapy service improvement now available. Through our Innovation Hub we aim to establish an environment where occupational therapists can learn from others’ service improvement journeys. We...
We’re looking forward to welcoming you, those of you who can make it, to the upcoming 2023 BAOT/RCOT Annual General Meeting (AGM) this June. On Wednesday 28 June, the RCOT AGM will take place online. Here are some of the things happening at the AGM: Chair, Odeth Richardson will run through the RCOT...