We’re excited to invite you to our in-person conference. As independent practitioners at various stages in our business journey, we have identified four common needs: expanding our clinical knowledge; developing our business acumen; fostering meaningful connections through networking; and prioritising our well-being.
Our theme this year “Building up excellence in independent occupational therapy practice” stems from the inspiration provided by the RCOT pillars. In the current healthcare, social care and financial landscape, there is a pressing need to showcase how independent practice can offer viable solutions in delivering high-level services to our valued clients.
Benefits of attending
THRIVE with us at this exclusive nationwide gathering designed by and for independent occupational therapists - an unparalleled event dedicated to empowering you, as independent practitioners, to achieve your full potential in this forever-changing and challenging climate.
- Therapist well-being
- Honing business skills
- Resources for business growth
- Independent occupational therapy practice focus
- Valuable networking and partnerships
- Education and professional development.
Agenda
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Lead |
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08.15am |
Registration |
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08.50am |
Chair’s address |
Mary McCarron, Chair, RCOT Specialist Section - Independent Practice |
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09.00am |
Wellbeing session |
Fiona Baxter, Senior Practitioner, Special Yoga |
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09.45am |
Falling up: how to cope when things don’t go to plan (lived experience) |
Jonathan Goodwin, Hypnotherapist and Roll Model; Ambassador, Spinal Cord Injury Association, |
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10.30am |
Determination, courage and communication as ingredients to grow an international business |
Martina Tierney, Clinical Director and Occupational Therapist, Seating Matters |
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11.15am |
Break |
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11.30am |
Building up excellence: education in independent practice |
Carolyn Hay, Head of Education, Royal College of Occupational Therapists |
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12.15pm |
Occupational therapy business growth: from vision to reality |
Andrea Collins, Managing Director, Global Trade Department |
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1.00pm |
Lunch
Networking activity (optional) |
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2.00pm |
Panel discussion: Tendering and business growth Opportunity to discuss business and accounting matters (Q&A format)
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Panel members Linda Nelson, Director, Condies and Co Ltd Martina Tierney, Clinical Director and Occupational Therapist, Seating Matters |
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3.00pm |
Break
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3.15pm |
Workshops Improving flow and reducing blocks in your business and personal life Safeguarding internet access: a concern for vulnerable individuals and healthcare professionals |
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4.00pm |
Building up excellence: global priorities for occupational therapy and the implications for independent practice
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Samantha Shann (President, World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT)) |
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4.45pm |
Closing note
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Monica Iofciu (Events & CPD Lead, RCOTSS-IP) |
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5.00pm |
Drinks reception Presentation of networking activity award |
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Cost
Early Bird Rate - SS-IP Member
£65Early Bird Rate - RCOT member
£105Early Bird Rate - Non-member
£135Early Bird Rate - Occupational Therapy Student
£15Standard Rate - SS-IP member
£80Standard Rate - RCOT member
£120Standard Rate - Non-member
£150Standard Rate - Occupational Therapy Student
£40Buying your ticket: When you pay for your ticket online, there’ll be a short delay displaying the payment form(s) while your details are being processed.
It may seem that nothing is happening - it is! Don’t click on anything, wait for the payment information to be displayed.
Accepted methods of payment: Credit card and Debit card only (excluding AMEX). We do not accept PO’s or issue invoices.
Deadline for booking: Sunday 10 September 2023
Cancellation and substitutions: Refunds will not be made without a written request. Cancellations made 14 days or more before the event will incur a charge of 20% of the registration fee. Cancellations made after this date will incur a charge of 60% of the registration fee. Cancellations on the day of the event or ‘no shows’ will not be refunded.
Contact: Events.ExhibitionsOfficer@rcot.co.uk if you have any questions.