The College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – Children, Young People & Families
The largest specialist section, working with children who have physical or learning disabilities or with mental health needs. The breadth of membership reflects the occupational therapist's view of the child as an individual with many facets to his or her personality.
The College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – HIV/AIDs, Oncology & Palliative Care
Aims to actively promote the role and development of occupational therapy and provide its membership with an information / education network.
The College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – Housing
Promotes liaison with service users, professional bodies and providers of housing to achieve good functional design both in new builds and adaption of existing property. Regional meetings provide an information source and education.
The College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – Independent Practice
Was established by OTs working in private practice who wished to meet and discuss business ideas of common interest. As the organisation grew, regional groups were set up to address members needs more directly. Regional representatives now provide two-way communication with the National Committee.
The College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – Mental Health
An organisation which is committed to the promotion of professional practice, support, communication and the exchange of information. The membership consists of OTs working in child and adolescent mental health, community settings, eating disorders, forensic, in-patients, homelessness, older persons in mental health, psychiatric intensive care, psychological aspects of mental health, and substance misuse.
The College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – Neurological Practice
Aims to promote good practice in occupational therapy with neurological conditions. The Specialist Section has active members who are willing to support the group and development of new ideas in the field of neurology.
The College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – Older People
Most OTs work with elderly patients at some point in their career. We all have a responsibility to keep up-to-date with clinical issues. This Specialist Section draws together therapists from all fields of physical and psychiatric care. Members work in all settings - hospital, day care facilities, residential homes, community practice and social services.
The College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – People with Learning Disabilities
The aim is to promote high standards in preserving and improving the dignity and quality of life for people with learning disabilities.
The College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – Rheumatology
Has an enthusiastic membership which aims to create links between occupational therapists within the speciality to exchange knowledge, skills and ideas.
The College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – Trauma & Orthopaedics
The newest Specialist Section and rapidly expanding - our membership doubled last year - a sign of growing interest and support in this exciting clinical area.
The College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – Work
Members work in a variety of settings and are encouraged to share their practice and experience so that a body of evidence based practice can be developed.
