Recognising and addressing burnout 24th August – Workplace Rehab Interest Group
Virtually OnlineDate : Thursday 24th August, 2023 Time : 5:00 - 6:00pm Location : Virtual ( via Teams ) About the Presentation : Registered Psychologist, Andrew, will discuss what steps can be taken to recognise the indicators of burnout and counteract the impact as quickly and effectively as possible. Andrew has worked across multiple ‘people-centric’ industries and […]
August student PD 24th August
Curtin University 108: 119-120Presenters: Serena Ng & Bec Anderson Date: August 24 Time: 6:30pm Location: Curtin University Room 108.119/120. Tickets: $5 members, $10 non-members Welcome back from the midyear break! WAOTA Students are excited to present our annual new graduate experience PD. This year we have two new graduates who would love to share their experience post-graduation. Serena […]
Hand Interest Group PD 28/8
Virtually OnlineWe have 3 wonderful presentations kindly prepared by HandWorks Occupational Therapy. Please join us for an evening of learning and sharing! Catie Bott - Pulley injuries Renee Skou - Radial Head Fractures Lara Van Poecke - Galleazi Fractures Date: Monday 28th August Time: 5.30pm Location: via zoom, link will be emailed separately Cost: WAOTA members free (Please log into […]
September student PD 14th September
Zoom OnlinePresenters: Emily, Sam and Jemma Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm Location: Online via zoom WAOTA is excited to present this month's PD... in FORENSICS! Emily has been an OT for 8 years. Her current role is within the WA Department of Justice (DoJ). Emily has spent the last few years developing a new OT role based in […]
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Pagoda Ballroom, Pagoda Resort 112 Melville Parade, Como, Western Australia, AustraliaTHINKING AND PERFORMANCE: CBT FOR THERAPISTS AND THEIR CLIENTS FRIDAY 15th SEPTEMBER, 2023 – 8:30 – 17:00 PRESENTED BY KALEAH HAMBROOK COURSE CONTENT On completion, therapists will be able to: Understand the role of thinking and motivation to client engagement Understand the progression of behaviour; cognitive-behaviour and Mindfulness Based Cognitive therapies. Understand the interaction of […]
Introduction to Sleep (2023)
Pagoda Ballroom, Pagoda Resort 112 Melville Parade, Como, Western Australia, AustraliaTHIS COURSE IS CURRENTLY FULL IF YOU WISH TO BE PLACED ON A WAITLIST IN CASE OF A CANCELLATION PLEASE EMAIL OUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CO-ORDINATOR, CAROLYN EARLE ON C.EARLE@BIGPOND.COM. INTRODUCTION TO SLEEP FRIDAY 22nd SEPTEMBER, 2023 - 09:00 – 17:00 PRESENTED BY SUE MCCABE About the course :- This introductory course is targeted to OTs […]
Custom Rails 12/10 (OTIHS Int Group)
Virtually OnlinePresenter: Blake Kennett will discuss prescription and measurements for custom handrails in the home environment. Date: Thursday 12th October 2023 Time: Sign in from 7.15am, starts at 7.30am Location: Virtual link will be emailed Cost: Please note in order to access the member rate you will need to log into your account on our website https://waota.com.au/login/ WAOTA members free […]
OT Week Breakfast 2023 – Assess Innovate Achieve
Pagoda Ballroom, Pagoda Resort 112 Melville Parade, Como, Western Australia, AustraliaOT Breakfast - Friday October 27th, Pagoda Ballroom, Pagoda Resort - 112 Melville Parade, Como 7:00 - 9:00 am Cost – Members - $45 Student Members - $38 Non-Members - $60 (Incl. Student Non-Members) Key note speaker Dr Wales is an experienced occupational therapist having worked in the area of disability, acute healthcare, home modifications, […]
Elevate Your Practice: Routine Quality Assessment, Goal Setting, and the Impact of Evidence-Based Therapy
Pagoda Ballroom, Pagoda Resort 112 Melville Parade, Como, Western Australia, AustraliaThis one day course will provide a comprehensive overview of occupational therapy assessments. Participants will gain knowledge on how assessments are used to support client centred occupational therapy practice. Struggling to decide which assessments to use or how to support your team effectively? Eager to explore assessments like WHODAS 2.0 or the Letter Form assessment? […]
Hand and Upper Limb Course-2023
Curtin University 108: 119-120SATURDAY 18th NOVEMBER 8:00 – 15:30 PRESENTED BY – YVETTE PICKERING Due to the practical nature of this course, attendees are limited to 20, so register quickly to secure your place. This interactive and practical full day workshop will provide a theoretical basis for your clinical reasoning when working with patients with hand and upper […]