The New Zealand Association of Occupational Therapists

Supporting and representing occupational therapists since 1949

The New Zealand Association of Occupational Therapists (Inc) (NZAOT) provides services, support, representation and networking opportunities for occupational therapists. NZAOT has members across all occupational therapy practice areas within New Zealand and abroad.

NZAOT is a member of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.

HOT news:

6th Asia Pacific Occupational Therapy Congress 2015

With the past five APOTC events having been held in Asia, it is fantastic to win this bid for New Zealand. This is our chance to share ‘our place,’ our people and our processes with a Pacific influence. Read more.

NZAOT is pleased to launch the APOTC 2015 logo - see full concept design.

NZAOT hopes to launch a stand alone APOTC web site by the end of 2012.

NZAOT Achievement Award - open for applicants now

A new annual award that recognises exemplary practice. It is sponsored by individuals interested in fostering the development of occupational therapy practice in New Zealand and showcasing therapists’ achievements and contribution to practice. The award is managed by NZAOT on behalf of the contributors. Read more.

ONLINE CPD
Difficulties with handwriting: practical tips for practical people

An online course for anyone who supports children in kindergarten or school to become a literate person. Rita presents practical solutions and techniques that can assist with three very common problems for children who experience difficulties with handwriting.

These include:

• pencil grasp

• letter formation

• self monitoring skills

Link to flier: Post this flier on your staff room notice board.

Link to course

Join NZAOT now for the 2012 - 2013 year

The new membership year begins on 1 April, an early bird discount to the end of April applies.

For member rates - click here.

Click here for online membership form Click here to download hardcopy (pdf) member form for 2012 - 2013

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Huge fee reimbursements for DHB staff

All occupational therapists working for a DHB and employed under the Allied, Public Health, & Technical Multiemployer Agreement are entitled to a reimbursement of a significant portion of their NZAOT membership fees. For example a full time member will be reimbursed at least $409.00 which offsets their personal contribution significantly. See MECA for detail specific to your DHB and work situation.

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Benefits of NZAOT membership

Membership of NZAOT has numerous benefits, such as:

  • Support
  • Networking opportunities
  • Keeping informed
  • Representation
  • Protection
  • Opportunities to be recognised

If you would like to download a poster, showing the benefits of NZAOT membership, please click here.

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Looking for a journal article about ANYTHING to do with occupational therapy? Try OTDBase

OTDBase is a a very user-friendly search service of more than 8000 abstracts from 30 Occupational Therapy Journals from 1970 to the present. This extensive database of international journals is brought to you as an NZAOT member benefit.

To explore OTDBase and discover what other evidence based practice resources are available (NZAOT members only) click here.

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