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Membership with Occupational Therapy Australia has been important to me at all

stages of my career, from a student through to my time working currently

in private practice.

The biggest value of my membership and participation in Occupational

Therapy Australia is the opportunity to build relationships with my colleagues in the profession.

My experiences as a member with

Occupational Therapy Australia have been very positive and

will help me as I transition from a graduate student to a working

professional.

I strongly recommend that other students get involved.

My main reason for joining Occupational Therapy Australia

is to show a dedication to my profession.

Association membership is offered for occupational therapists in categories that match working circumstances:

FULLThere are two Full membership options available depending on your working circumstances: Full Time membership for qualified occupational therapists working (in any capacity) for 20 or more hours per week; and Part Time membership for qualified occupational therapists working (in any capacity) for less than 20 hours per week.

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NEW GRADUATENew Graduate membership provides all the benefits of Full Association membership, but at a reduced subscription rate (approximately 75% of the Full rate). It is available within 12 months of the date of course completion, and may be renewed for the membership period following that in which it is first taken.

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AFFILIATEAffiliate membership is available to qualified occupational therapists who are retired, on family leave, or not working (in any capacity), and who wish to maintain Association involvement and interest, but with reduced member privileges.

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STUDENTStudent membership is available to tertiary students who have not yet completed their entry-level occupational therapy studies.

Occupational Therapy Australia is the peak body representing & advocating on behalf of occupational therapists.

WHY BE A MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATION?

Joining your professional organisation is beneficial for your own professional development and the future of your career. The connections you’ll make, the resources made available to you, and the ideas and advice you’ll discover represent an outstanding return on what amounts to a modest, manageable investment of time, money and effort.

It could turn out to be one of the best things you do for yourself and your career.

WHAT DO YOU RECEIVE AS A MEMBER?

By joining Occupational Therapy Australia, you gain access to a range of products and services both locally and interstate that will support you in developing and maintaining professional and ethical standards of practice throughout your career.

Membership of Occupational Therapy Australia illustrates your personal commitment to upholding the values of the Association. Your membership will help support the ongoing promotion, lobbying and representation of your interests as an occupational therapy professional.

And in many cases, the money you’ll save as a member will more than cover the cost of your membership. See the full range of member benefit savings opposite.

* Approximate. Figures may vary.

To view the full range of member benefits or to apply for membership, visit

www.otaus.com.au

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE SUPPORT MEMBERS NON-MEMBERS

• Representation and lobbying to state and commonwealth governments on a range of professional issues P

• Development of a range of workforce-related resources such as position statements P X

• Access to a Code of Ethics guiding members through practice issues P X

• Better Access to Mental Health Scheme

• Application fee P $400

• Annual fee P $180

• National Competency Standards for entry level OTs and OTs working in mental health P X

• Private practice tools P X

CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT • Online PD tracker that automatically tracks every piece of professional development you undertake with us P X

• Facility to record PD that you complete with other providers P X

• Helping Children with Autism online learning package P $980

• Member rates to all Occupational Therapy Australia professional development events and conferences P $500*

• Reciprocal member rates to a range of professional development events and conferences P X

• Research support area with access to OTCATS, OTseeker, Google Scholar and PubMed P X

• Support from experts via the MentorLink program P $600

STAY CONNECTED • Subscription to the highly-regarded, peer-reviewed Australian Occupational Therapy Journal P $176*

• Free access to the British, Canadian, South Africa, India, and NZ occupational therapy journals P $700*

• Subscription to the bi-monthly member magazine, Connections P X

• Regular National and Division updates via email P X

• Access to Interest Groups, Regional Groups, and Community of Practice Online Forums P X

PROMOTION OF THE PROFESSION • Eligibility for National and State Awards and Prizes P X

• Presentations at various relevant conferences and seminars P X

• Public relations and media releases P X

• Discounts on professional and promotional resources via our online store P X

• Staging OT Week activities across Australia P X

• Free private practice listing on Find an OT P X

THIRD PARTY BENEFITS • Discounted AON professional indemnity insurance, including free legal advice on professional matters P $300*

• Individual membership of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists [WFOT] P $50

• Accor Away on Business Programme – 10% OFF accommodation around the world P X

• 25% discount on Wiley Blackwell books and journals P X